Netball is one of the more popular sports for ladies in Jamaica and our National teams have earned dominant positions locally and internationally. It is a sport that has provided a positive outlet for the players and many of them can articulate the meaningful impact which this sport has made on their personal and professional lives.

Under the direction of the Jamaica Netball Association, the JNA Members as well as the Jamaican teams have learned to work in harmony towards achieving a common goal. The teams have developed important life skills which have helped them to remain focused on achieving high standards in the sport and in other pursuits. They have become role models for many younger ladies who seek to pattern the examples of dedication, courage, discipline and diligence in their own pursuit of excellence.

I congratulate the Jamaica Netball Association for its work in nurturing and promoting Jamaican netballers – past, present and future. The Association has conquered significant challenges to be able to place Jamaica’s teams among the highest ranked players in the world.

It is my hope that the Association, the members of our Jamaican teams and the supporters will continue to give their full encouragement to this sport and use all available resources to ensure that the Nation’s talent can be unearthed, developed and displayed across the entire globe.

May the 50th Anniversary Celebrations serve to strengthen the bonds of friendship and bring success to the JNA and the Jamaican Netball Teams.