Debmarine Desert Jewels Advance to UAE Netball Cup Final After Dominant Victory. Namibia’s national netball team, the Debmarine Desert Jewels, have secured their place in the gold-medal match of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Netball Cup, following a commanding 66–30 win over the USA Flying Eagles in their final round-robin fixture.
The match, played in Dubai, saw the Namibian side maintain consistent dominance from the first whistle to the last, effectively shutting down their opponents with a strong defensive display and sharp shooting accuracy.
This victory seals their position at the top of the group standings, earning them a spot in the final match scheduled for tomorrow at 14:00 (Namibian time). The Desert Jewels will now have the opportunity to compete for the gold medal in what promises to be a competitive and high-stakes finale.
The Namibian Netball Association has applauded the team’s performance throughout the tournament, citing their discipline, teamwork, and growing international experience as key to their success.
For local sports fans and young athletes in Namibia, the Desert Jewels’ progress in the UAE Netball Cup is a source of national pride and inspiration. The team’s success on an international platform is expected to further elevate the profile of netball and women’s sports back home.
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