There are a multitude of images engraved in our memories of the Silver Ferns, but some stand out above the rest: Dame Lois Muir guiding her players to another victory; Waimarama Taumaunu's potent stare and the mana she holds; the explosiveness & unpredictability of Sandra Edge on the run; Bernice Mene coolly stealing another intercept; and the pure delight on the face of Anna Rowberry at leading the Silver Ferns to world champion status. Then there's the embodiment of modern-day brilliance -- the athleticism of a Casey Williams vertical leap, and the swish & smile of Irene van Dyk beneath the goalpost.
'Sterling Silver' brings these memories flooding back as it honours 20 women who have become icons of New Zealand netball during the last three decades. These were the years when netball came out of the shadows on rain-washed asphalt courts, and burst on to our television screens; snaring huge ratings in prime time viewing and winning the hearts of fans old & new.
This DVD blends archival footage of some of their unforgettable moments in the sport, with present-day conversations with the legends. 'Sterling Silver' gives an insight not just into their playing & coaching secrets, but reveals the person behind the champion -- their passion, drive & ambition, and a peek of who they are away from the sporting spotlight.
Music has always played a role in the game -- from emotion stirred by lyrics or adrenalin spurred by rhythm -- to inspire a team before battle. Each person has chosen the song that means the most to them, whether it represents a poignant netball moment, or simply who they are.
Tracks:
DVD interviews & footage from the 20 best players + coaches of the last 30 years.
Bernice Mene
Margaret Forsyth
Ruth Aitken
Anna Rowberry
Rita Fatialofa
Lesley Rumball
Yvonne Willering
Casey Williams
Margharet Matenga
Julie Seymour
Waimarama Taumaunu
Leigh Gibbs
Belinda Colling
Laura Langman
Lyn Gunson
Temepara George
Tracey Fear
Irene Van Dyk
Dame Lois Muir
Sandra Edge
CD
1. 99 Luftballons -- Nena
2. Bring it On -- Seal
3. California Dreamin' -- The Mamas and the Papas
4. Waiting on the World to Change -- John Mayer
5. Boogie Wonderland -- Earth, Wind & Fire (with The Emotions)
6. Bursting Through -- Bic Runga
7. No Matter What -- Boyzone
8. Total Eclipse of the Heart -- Bonnie Tyler
9. Someday We'll be Together -- Diana Ross & The Supremes
10. Loyal -- Dave Dobbyn
11. You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth (Hot Summer Night) -- Meat Loaf
12. Midnight Special -- Van Morrison
13. The World's Greatest -- R. Kelly
14. Over You -- Daughtry
15. United We Stand -- Brotherhood of Man
16. Hips Don't Lie -- Shakira (featuring Wyclef Jean)
17. Fields of Gold -- Eva Cassidy
18. Girls Just Want to Have Fun -- Cyndi Lauper
19. I Don't Believe in If Anymore -- Roger Whittaker
20. Heroes -- David Bowie
