Excitement is building as the 2027 Netball World Cup qualifiers approach, set to take place in Barbados. The captain of the Bajan Gems, Shonette Azore-Bruce, urges Barbadians to support the team during their first match against the British Virgin Islands on October 19. Eight teams will compete in a round-robin format for two qualifying spots. The qualifiers will kick off on Monday at the Wildey Gym.