compiled by Spectator Sports Desk
Erverdine Parker Barnarde has earned recognition from her peers in the Antigua and Barbuda Netball Association as Netball’s Athlete of the Year and as a nominee for the National Sports Award, Sportswoman of the Year. The honour reflects a season defined by consistency, leadership, and scoring precision.
Playing as Goal Attack and Goal Shooter for Roman Hill United, she has become a reliable finisher and a composed presence inside the circle. Her ability to read space, hold position under pressure, and convert critical shots has made her one of the most dominant offensive players on the court.
In the Village League, Erverdine delivered a commanding campaign for Roman Hill United. Her performances earned her Most Valuable Player honours, acknowledging not only her scoring output but also her influence and leadership throughout the competition.
She was not simply finishing plays. She was shaping matches.
On the regional stage, representing Antigua and Barbuda at the ECCB Netball Series in Grenada, Erverdine once again elevated her game. Competing against strong Caribbean opposition, she secured Most Valuable Player honours, underscoring her ability to perform beyond the domestic arena.
Consistent performance at club and country levels confirmed her growth into a dependable, high-impact athlete.
Reflecting on the season, Erverdine describes it in one word: Fantastic. It was a year marked by focus, determination, and confidence.
She embraced every opportunity and delivered one of the strongest campaigns of her career.
Being crowned Netball Athlete of the Year represents far more than a title. For Erverdine, it symbolises years of preparation, discipline, and sacrifice. It is an affirmation that the countless training sessions, the physical demands, and the commitment to improvement have borne fruit.
If named Sportswoman of the Year, she views it as motivation to raise her standards even higher. Such recognition would not only celebrate her scoring ability but also her evolution into a complete athlete committed to excellence both on and off the court.