Debmarine Namibia's financial backing has played a crucial role in enabling the Desert Jewels to qualify for the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney, Australia. The team's qualification is a significant milestone for Namibian netball, and it is attributed to the stable financial support provided by Debmarine Namibia. This partnership has been instrumental in helping the team prepare and compete at the required level.
Netball Namibia president Juanita Witbeen expressed her gratitude to Debmarine Namibia for their tremendous support. She emphasized that proper preparation and resources are essential for international performance, and Debmarine Namibia has been a reliable partner in this regard. Witbeen also acknowledged the contributions of the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, the Namibia Sports Commission, and other stakeholders.
The Desert Jewels' qualification for the 2027 Netball World Cup is expected to have a positive impact on grassroots development in Namibia. According to Witbeen, the team's success will inspire the next generation of players and provide a pathway for young girls to pursue their dreams in netball. The qualification has also given Netball Namibia the responsibility to prepare Namibia properly for the World Cup and continue building their international program.
Witbeen reflected on the team's recent performance at the Africa Netball Cup, where they secured three wins and demonstrated their preparedness to compete at the international level. She attributed their success to the team's belief, unity, and trust in the system and technical team. The team's aggressive and high-tempo approach was also praised by Witbeen, who credited coach Julene Meyer and her technical team for preparing the players well.
The Desert Jewels' qualification for the 2027 Netball World Cup is not the end of their journey, but rather the beginning of a new chapter for Namibian netball. The team has upcoming commitments, including the Celtic Cup, and will need to continue building their international program. Witbeen emphasized that the qualification gives Netball Namibia the responsibility to prepare Namibia properly for the World Cup and continue developing their international program.
Witbeen expressed her appreciation for the support of all stakeholders, including Debmarine Namibia, the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, and the Namibia Sports Commission. She emphasized that the achievement belongs to everyone who has invested in Namibian netball. The Desert Jewels' qualification is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team, technical team, and stakeholders.
The Desert Jewels' success is expected to have a lasting impact on Namibian netball, inspiring future generations of players and strengthening the sport's grassroots development. With the 2027 Netball World Cup on the horizon, Netball Namibia will need to continue building on this momentum and preparing the team for the challenges ahead. The team's qualification is a significant step forward for Namibian netball, and it is attributed to the stable financial support provided by Debmarine Namibia.
Key points
- Debmarine Namibia's financial backing was critical to the Desert Jewels' qualification for the 2027 Netball World Cup.
- The Desert Jewels' qualification will inspire the next generation of players and strengthen grassroots development in Namibia.
- Netball Namibia has upcoming commitments, including the Celtic Cup, and will need to continue building their international program.
