Silver Ferns profiles

Published: 2:27PM Friday August 21, 2009 Source: ONE Sport

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    Triple threat: Irene van Dyk, Maria Tutaia and Temepara George - Source: Photosport

The Silver Ferns' squad for the home series against Australia and the 2011 World Championship in Singapore:

Silver Fern Defenders

Leana de Bruin
With the energy and foresight to match her height, de Bruin is a highly effective defender. Read Full Profile

Katrina Grant
Grant progressed the Silver Ferns' squad in March 2008 following good performances as a training camp invitee. Read Full Profile

Joline Henry
Henry is a formidable defender with excellent vision and a game-breaking ability to drive the ball quickly to her forward line. Read Full Profile

Anna Scarlett
After a several seasons on the international beach volleyball circuit, Anna Scarlett is back in the Silver Ferns. Read Full Profile

Casey Williams (Captain)
Williams has grown into a key player for the side and was officially announced as the 23rd Silver Ferns captain. Read Full Profile

Silver Fern Mid-Courters

Temepara George (Vice-Captain)
George is one of New Zealand's most dynamic mid-courters who has played a key role in the Silver Ferns since she only 20. Read Full Profile

Laura Langman
Langman's outstanding pace, flair and vision has confirmed her standing as a complete mid-courter of the highest quality. Read Full Profile

Liana Leota
A dynamic and spirited mid-courter, Leota,  presents challenges to defenders and attackers alike. Read Full Profile

Silver Fern Shooters

Paula Griffin
After three seasons on the Silver Ferns squad, Paula Griffin is still its second-youngest member. Read Full Profile

Anna Thompson
Thompson is picked for her play reading abilities, great sense of timing and her ever-improving accuracy in the goal circle. Read Full Profile

Maria Tutaia
Maria Tutaia's smooth shooting style and accurate eye has thrilled spectators since her 2005 Silver Ferns debut. Read Full Profile 

Irene van Dyk 
Irene van Dyk is renowned as a great target shooter, able to pull the ball down close to the post under extreme pressure. Read Full Profile



 

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