Rising Netball Talent Awarded Scholarship to Boost Academic Journey

From Left: Kalia Wyllie & Ms. Patricia John. This image was provided by the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Netball Association (SVGNA).

By S.Browne. Updated 1:02 p.m., Monday, November 17, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

Ms. Kalia Wyllie, a promising netball athlete, has been awarded a two-year scholarship to the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Community College through the Bank of St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ (BOSVG) Netball Scholarship, supporting the advancement of her academic and sporting journey.

Wyllie is a proud graduate of the St. Vincent Girls’ High School, where she captained the championship team in the 2024 Schools’ Netball Tournament. She was recognised as the Most Outstanding Netballer at the school’s 2025 graduation ceremony. At the conclusion of the 2025 BOSVG National Netball Tournament, she received the award for Most Promising Player. Kalia was also selected to represent the national netball contingent at the 2025 Windward Island School Games held in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Netball Association (SVGNA) stated that her outstanding performance in the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations further reflects her dedication and discipline. The association expressed confidence that Wyllie will continue to excel academically and in the sport of netball.

Marketing and Communications Manager at BOSVG, Ms. Patricia John commented: “On behalf of the Bank of St. Vincent and the Grenadines Ltd, it is a real pleasure to present this cheque for four thousand dollars to support Kalia Wyllie as she embarks on her college journey. We are proud to contribute to her continued growth and success, and even more so to stand behind initiatives that empower the next generation of strong, talented young women. Congratulations, and we wish her all the best in this exciting new chapter.”

President of the SVGNA, Ms. Natasha Baptiste added: “We thank the Bank of SVG for their continued commitment to the development of our young women. This partnership is truly significant, as it demonstrates the Bank’s focus not only on sporting excellence but also on academic advancement. We congratulate Kalia Wyllie and are certain that she will make full use of this opportunity, just as those before her have done.”

To date, BOSVG has awarded three scholarships through this partnership, with the 2025 awardee bringing the total to four.

The SVGNA stated it remains committed to the holistic development of athletes, ensuring that their progress extends beyond the netball court and into academic excellence.

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