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Former national netballer and coach Yvonne Williams Willis has passed away. Willis, who played for the Ovals netball team and was the number two goal shoot at the 1979 World Championships in Trinidad, died earlier today after a prolonged illness. <\/p>

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She later contributed to the sport by coaching at grassroots and senior national levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Condolences to her family, friends, and the netball community in Antigua and Barbuda and the Caribbean.<\/p>

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In reacting to the news Sport Minister Daryll Matthew said:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“It is with great sadness that I acknowledge the passing of Yvonne Williams Willis, a distinguished former national athlete.
Your contribution to Netball in Antigua and Barbuda has been profound. RIP”<\/p>

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Prime Minister Gaston Browne added:<\/p>

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“Sincerest condolences to the bereaved family. Be comforted by the memories and her contribution. May her soul rest in peace and rise in heaven.”<\/p>

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