Joanna shows real value
Joanna Christopher has been named Most Valuable Player in the just concluded East Caribbean OECS Champion of Champions Netball Tournament.
The powerfully built C & R Enterprises Sion Hill goal shooter copped the top award after outstanding performances for her team. {{more}}
Christopher has represented St. Vincent and the Grenadines at both the Under-23 and Senior National levels. However, when she did so, she played as goalkeeper and goal defence.
Hailing from the Central Leeward town of Layou, Christopher is from a sporting family. She previously represented Barrouallie Secondary School in the Inter-Secondary Schoolsâ Netball Competition, where she made her mark.
A former player of Joggers in the local competition, Christopher moved to the Sion Hill Club last year. Her move was decisive, as Sion Hill captured the 2003 National Club Championships.
Christopher was called up for training with the West Indies Netball team.
The ECGC OECS Champion of Champions Netball Tournament was played here, May 28 to May 31, at the Arnos Vale Sports Complex.
Eight clubs participated in the tournament.