Bajan Gems lose third game in a row

Barbados lost their third straight game at the Netball World Cup being played in South Africa.

Playing against Malawi in their Group D encounter, the Bajan Gems were thrashed 84-48, with Australia-based Mwai Kumwenda pouring in 42 goals from 47 attempts, and Joyce Mvula assisting with 37 from 38 attempts.

The Gems also lost to England and Scotland.

Malawi led 20-10 at the end of the first quarter, an advantage which they converted into a 43-22 half-time lead. The African side out-scored Barbados 21-13 and 20-13 over the next two quarters to be out of sight.

For Barbados, former England star Kadeen Corbin led with 32 goals from 33 attempts.

“There were some things that were good, but we needed to capitalise and focus a lot more,” said Barbados’ vice-captain Tonisha Rock-Yaw.

“We needed to try and limit the mistakes and turnovers. There were too many today. For the rest of the tournament, we are taking it day by day and just making sure we stay in it.”

Meanwhile, Jamaica’s Sunshine Girls thrashed hosts South Africa 67-49 to remain unbeaten, top Group C and surge into the next round.

Jamaica will now line up in Group G of the second stage alongside the likes of New Zealand, Uganda, Wales, Trinidad and Tobago and the hosts. (RB/CMC) PHOTO : AP ]]>