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SJC and SCSS: Finalists in Under-16 Secondary Schools Netball Tournament

Schools’ U-16 Netball semifinals action [Photo credit: MYDS]
Schools’ U-16 Netball semifinals action [Photo credit: MYDS]
St. Joseph’s Convent (SJC) and Soufriere Comprehensive Secondary School (SCSS) have secured their places in the championship final of the Department of Youth Development and Sports Under-16 Secondary Schools Netball Tournament after impressive semifinal victories.

The semifinals took place on Wednesday, at the Micoud Multi-Purpose Court, starting with SJC facing Beanefield Comprehensive Secondary School. SJC showcased a dominant performance, defeating their opponents with a score of 23-9.

Leading SJC’s charge was Goal Attack Xanaiia Emmanus, who delivered an outstanding shooting display with 18 goals from 26 attempts. Goal Shoot Danielle Skai St. Clair contributed significantly with 5 goals from 6 attempts. Beanefield Comprehensive’s offense was spearheaded by Goal Shoot Jerannie Marquis, who scored all 9 of her team’s goals, converting 9 of 17 attempts.

Unfortunately, Goal Attack Annia St. Ange was unable to score, missing both of her attempts.

In the second semifinal, SCSS outclassed Castries Comprehensive Secondary School, earning a decisive victory of 31-6. The attacking duo of SCSS, Goal Shoot Kheryss Ferguson and Goal Attack Harriel William, proved to be unstoppable.

Ferguson netted an impressive 16 goals from 21 attempts, while William added 15 goals from 19 attempts.

For Castries Comprehensive, Goal Attack Luwanda Antoine managed to score 3 goals from 4 attempts. Goal Shoots Rhayne Henry and Loveah Anthony contributed 2 goals from 6 attempts and 1 goal from 2 attempts, respectively.

The results set the stage for an exciting championship clash between St. Joseph’s Convent and Soufriere Comprehensive Secondary School.

Both teams enter the final brimming with confidence after their impressive semifinal performances, promising a thrilling showdown as they vie for the tournament title.

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