NETBALL Jamaica yesterday issued a statement supporting Sunshine Girl Romelda Aiken regarding a recent struggle she has been having with cyber bullying.

The release did not give details of the invasion, but said the star netball player has gone public as a means of setting an example for young, upcoming aspirants.

“Romelda is very brave,” Netball Jamaica’s Public Relations Officer Karen Rosen said in the statement.

“She recognises her position as a role model…and has decided to make the issue public so that she can be a lesson to other young girls.

“Social media is great for interaction and communication, but there are dangers lurking, and the more we talk about these things publicly, is the more we can protect our young people… especially our girls,” the release added.

Aiken, who is a key member of the Queensland Firebirds team, which competes in the ANZ Netball Championship played among franchises based in Australia and New Zealand, is also being supported by the players and management of the Australia-based club.

The matter is under investigation by Australian officials.