Past and present members of the Jersey Netball community came together on Sunday 8th June to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Jersey Netball Association, which was founded in 1944.
The event, which was attended by over 100 players, volunteers and supporters, took place at Radisson Hotel on a sunny Sunday afternoon. The room was full of photos, trophies and memorabilia detailing the history of the esteemed association, with entertainment coming from the Hot Bananas.
An awards ceremony celebrated the numerous achievements of players, umpires and volunteers, during the 2024/2025 season, with over 30 awards highlighting the talents and dedication of the netball community.
Jersey Netball League Awards
Division 4 – Under 18 League
Runner up – Convent 1
Winner – St Clement
Division 3
Runner up – The Nerac Shield – Accies E
Winner – The Marquis Trophy – St Ouen B
Division 2
Runner up – The Nerac Shield – St Ouen A
Winner – Tony Rees-Williams Memorial Trophy – St Saviour A
Division 1
Runner up – The Norman Shield – Accies A
Winner – The Trehoral Cup – Convent A
Champions v The Rest Presentations
Division 3 – St Ouen B
Division 2 – St Saviour A
Division 1 Convent A
Best Attack – St Clements Sports Club Best Attack Shield – Convent A
Best Defence– Daphne Le Saux Shield – St Ouen B
Jersey Netball 80th Anniversary Awards
In addition, a special awards ceremony highlighted the dedication of volunteers that has enabled Jersey Netball to maintain its success as an organisation.
Long Service Awards
- Jersey Netball Lady Patron Ann Halliwell
- President Linda Andrews
- Wendy Luce
- Ron Halliwell
- Jackie Nelson
- Yveline Sheldon
- Liz Olim
- Danny Simon
- Sheila Price
- Jenny Le Cocq
Volunteer of the year
Megan O’Connor
Outstanding Achievement of the Year
Emily Green
Award for Outstanding Contribution
Paige Mason
Young Ambassador of the Year
Mimi Carney
Unsung Hero of the Year
Suzanne Follain
Jersey Netball Perpetual Special Awards
Linda Andrews Coach of the year
Nicole Goddard
Sheila Price Award for Dedication and Aspiring Umpire
Emily Pitcher
Ann Halliwell Umpire of the year
Nadia Lopes
Lynjax Award for Sporting Endeavour
Annie Martin
Team Jets Player of Year
Rebecca Forrest
Junior Island Player of the Year
Grace Thomson
Seniors Island Player of the Year
Antonia Chaytor
This incredible event brought together generations of the Jersey Netball family, showing the impact that the sport has had on so many people. Thank you to the team of volunteers; Mary Pack, Wendy Luce, Rena Nelson, Jackie Pannenbourg, Emma Strong, for organising such a wonderful event. Thanks also to Colin Pack, our brilliant compere, and Jean Roche, who created beautiful flower arrangements.
For photos of the event, please see the Jersey Netball Facebook and Instagram pages.
