Dream Team continued until it was finally killed off for good in 2007, apparently due to the rise BBC dramas in the same timeslots.

Tragically, as he seemingly relents, Parker is shot dead by the SWAT team, although the team win the replayed match, surviving relegation.But while the storylines were quite flimsy and the acting occasionally left a lot to be desired, Dream Teamis still to this day the most memorable football drama in TV history. Through a mix of 25 original interviews, intimate present-day footage with each player of the Women’s Dream Team, and revealing, never-before-seen archival footage selected from over 500 hours from the barnstorming 60-game tour, “Dream On” takes audiences on a nostalgic journey alongside these trailblazers of women’s basketball, who inspired millions of athletes and changed the landscape for future generations. After running from October 14th 1997 for 10 seasons, 419 episodes and a mini-series prequel Dream Team 80's, the drama of HUFC came to an end on June 3rd 2007.

My school holidays weren’t usually this weird, but that day was different – Sky One football drama were in town to film Dream Team. But it was a genre-defining TV series that had a remarkably long run, not least because at least 42 characters died over the course of the 10 years it was on our screens.However, struggling to deal with his own dishonesty, Parker takes the entire team hostage at gunpoint during the half time interval of the final decisive game of the season. It was a lovely touch and is still my lasting memory of the time I was an extra on Dream Team. The image of young Rwandan kids dashing around in Le Coq Sportif branded Harchester United kits will have no doubt cause sheer bafflement amongst the local community. As we celebrate 50 years since Title IX was passed, there is no better time to share the journey of these hidden figures of basketball who opened the doors for future generations of athletes,” said Lappas. “The story of this incredible team – one that won over its many skeptics – transcends sports and speaks to the human condition at large. I’m certain their story will win over audiences too.” Striker Karl Fletcher narrowly avoided going to prison for murder at one stage in the series Read More Related Articles ESPN Films has been an industry leader in documentary filmmaking since its inception in March 2008, producing more than 100 documentaries that have showcased some of the most compelling stories in sports. The high quality of storytelling, highlighted by the Peabody and Emmy Award-winning 30 for 30 series and the Academy-Award winning documentary “O.J.: Made in America,” has led to record viewership as well as multiple honors and critical acclaim. Additional projects from ESPN Films over the years have included 30 for 30 Shorts, Nine for IX, SEC Storied and Emmy award-winning docu-series “The Last Dance.” ESPN+ is the exclusive home for the entire 30 for 30 library.