“Grand Bahama is Very Proud of You Jonquel!”

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Grand Bahama residents celebrated their hometown star, Jonquel Jones, after she and the New York Liberty secured the championship trophy.

Janero Bethel – Resident, Grand Bahama
“I’ve been following her career for a while. Being a Bahamian and seeing what she’s accomplished is astonishing. Knowing that this was someone right next to you at some point, and now seeing all that she’s done—it’s great for the country.”

Zoey Cooper – Resident, Grand Bahama
“When I was in high school, Jonquel Jones came to my school and represented. And now she’s the MVP.”

Prime Minister Philip Davis and Grand Bahama MPs Michael Pintard and Kingsley Smith expressed their pride.

Michael Pintard – MP, Marco City
“We are excited. Imagine the amount of young people, male and female, who will be inspired by what they are seeing with her.”

Kingsley Smith – MP, West Grand Bahama and Bimini
“From Holmes Rock, Grand Bahama, to that level—I can imagine how she and her family feel.”