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Ellesse Andrews: Olympic Cyclist on her performance in the 2024 Paris Games

Ellesse Andrews was one of New Zealand's biggest stars at the Paris Olympics.  She dominated the Velodrome, bringing home two gold medals as well as a silver.  Andrews joined Piney to discuss her performance in this year’s Games.  “I don't know if I can pick one memorable moment, but the whole thing was just crazy.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 202411 min

Tom Latham: New Black Caps test captain on replacing Tim Southee

After a string of disappointing results for the National team, Tom Latham has replaced Tim Southee as Test Captain for the Black Caps.   He joined Piney to discuss how he's going to turn the team's fortunes around.  “To me, it’s about trying to empower guys to do, to do their roles as best as they can and let them go out with freedom.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 202411 min

Jason Pine: Relinquishing the captaincy is a good thing for Tim Southee

The change in Black Caps test captaincy obviously had to happen.  Whether it was the captaincy that affected his performances or not, and I actually think it played a big part, the fact is Tim Southee wasn't doing enough to guarantee his place in the team.  That becomes a real issue when you're the captain, even more so on the sub-continent.  More often than not, you play just two seamers in tests over there, so you need to pick your quickest bowler and your best bowler.   Tim Southee is neither of these.  The omission of Matt Henry can only be explained by Southee being captain/  The last time Henry bowled in test cricket was against Australia at the end of our home summer. He took 5-70 and 3-36 in the first test, then 7-67 and 2-94 in the second.  17 wickets at 15.71, easily our best bowler, and probably the best across both sides in the series.   Tim Southee took 4 wickets in those two tests at an average of 61.  Henry also contributed some handy runs, averaging over 25 across the series, Southee averaged 8.5.  But Matt Henry was the man left out of these Sri Lankan tests because Tim Southee was captain. Imagine taking 7 for 67 in an innings against Australia, then being dropped for the next test.  Thankfully, that'll be one of the first things put right by the captaincy change – it'll ensure Matt Henry plays against India.  The question now is whether Tim Southee even goes on that tour.  I don't think he should.  He should stay back here, get out of the limelight, freshen up, and get ready to play the three tests against England before Christmas.   He should definitely play those tests, we'll have a seam-heavy attack, and Southee still earns his place in a 4-prong attack with Matt Henry, Will O'Rourke, and probably Ben Sears. I don't know the current status of Kyle Jamieson, hopefully we'll see him again this summer.  But Southee plays those tests.  And I think that might be a good way to bring the curtain down on what has been, by every measure, a terrific career. 382 test wickets, only Sir Richard Hadlee has more for us than that.  Wouldn't it be great to see him join the exclusive 400-wicket club?  18 more wickets might be a stretch in three tests, but who knows? Without having to worry about anything other than bowling, and on reasonably seam-friendly wickets at Hagley, the Basin, and Seddon Park, he could do it.  I honestly think relinquishing the captaincy is a good thing for Tim Southee.  He is one of our cricketing greats, he deserves to go out on top.   The longer the captaincy saga played out, the more his legacy was being tainted. Now he's got the chance for a swansong at home and to enjoy a fitting end to a great, great career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 20244 min

Cam Roigard: All Black on his return to rugby after taking six months off for an injury

One of the most anticipated returns to rugby happens today.  Cam Roigard has missed the last six months after rupturing his left patella tendon, but joins Counties Manukau today as they take on Manawatu.   He joined Piney to discuss his return and give an insight into what it was like to sit on the sideline for so long.  “It's been, yeah, quite a journey.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 202410 min

Full Show Podcast: 5 October 2024

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 5th October 2024, after a string of disappointing results for the National team, Tom Latham has replaced Tim Southee as Test Captain for the Black Caps. He joins the show to discuss how he's going to turn the team's fortune around.  Cam Roigard is set to make his return to the rugby field after his long recovery from a ruptured patella tendon. He discusses his journey back and the difficulty in spending so long on the sidelines.  And 2-time Olympic gold medallist Ellesse Andrews stops in to chat about her heroics in Paris.  Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 20242h 0m

Full Show Podcast: 29 September 2024

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 29th September 2024, All Blacks assistant coach Scott Hansen recaps their impressive win against the Wallabies. Liam Lawson is off to F1 after securing a full time seat to the end of the season at RB. Eric Thompson discusses what this means for Liam and how successful he thinks Liam could be. And Kelly Jackson from the Silver Ferns previews the Taini Jamison Trophy, which gets underway tonight. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 20241h 55m

James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on the All Blacks' victory, Liam Lawson's next challenge, the NRL and the AFL

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss  All Blacks' victory, Liam Lawson's next challenge, the NRL season, the Black Caps' progress and the AFL. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 202410 min

Mike Delaney: Black Ferns assistant coach ahead of the team's WXV-1 tournament in Vancouver

The Black Ferns are in a renewed state of mind ahead of their next challenge. The team is set to face off against Ireland on Monday morning in Vancouver to kick off the WXV-1 tournament.  Black Ferns assistant coach Mike Delaney joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 20246 min

Chris Steele: Sailing commentator with the latest on the America's Cup challenger series

Day two of the America's Cup challenger series between Ineos Britannia and Luna Rossa has been timed out. Neither boat could finish the opening race after coming off their foils, with the start having been delayed two hours due to light winds. Sailing commentator Chris Steele joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 20248 min

Mitch McCarron: Breakers guard ahead of the team's first home game of the season

The Breakers are hoping for a strong start in Sunday's home opener against the South East Melbourne Phoenix. Last week's clash was a success for the team - the Breakers walked away with a 91-87 victory over the Brisbane Bullets. Breakers guard Mitch McCarron joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 202410 min

Jason Pine: This is what test rugby in the Capital should feel like

This was a good performance from the All Blacks to wrap the Rugby Championship. A performance that reassured us this All Blacks team has the raw materials to consistently challenge the top sides in the world. There are some tough test matches to come in November - England, Ireland and France in consecutive weeks - and we'll learn more about them when those matches roll around. But for now, it feels like things are trending in the right direction, There was more than enough there last night, on both sides of the ball, to feel better about the progress of this side than perhaps we have at other times during 2024. Wallace Sititi - exceptional last night from a bloke playing out of position in just his third test start. There was plenty of debate when he was chosen ahead of Hoskins Sotutu at the start of the All Blacks season, and I think we can safely say they got that one right. Will Jordan at fullback - he played there often for Razor's all-conquering Crusaders. Last night was his third straight start there for the All Blacks. The extra space he's got back there, the way he assesses the game in front of him, the way he runs and his elusiveness in broken play, which led to another try last night - there's no doubt he'll become our all-time leading test try-scorer. He's got 35 in 37 tests now, the record is Doug Howlett's 49. But his defensive work under the high ball was good too - the 15 jersey is his to lose now. I'm loving seeing Caleb Clarke get back to the form he showed when he first became an All Black in 2020. He's drifted in and out a bit in the time since, he had that brief dalliance with sevens of course - and he played just 5 test matches last year and only 2 starts, he played just 2 of the 7 games at the Rugby World Cup, and they were against Namibia and Uruguay. But in 2024, he's become the first-choice left wing. 2 more tries last night and a good all-round showing despite that slightly mysterious late yellow card. And to Tupou Vaa'i - who's played every game this year -7 of the 9 from the start. When Sam Whitelock and Brodie Retallick left, lock was a position where there didn't appear to be as much depth as we would have liked. Tupou Vaa'i has stepped up well and truly - and there's a very real contest between he and Patrick Tuipulotu to partner Scott Barrett in the second row. And just a word on the crowd - Wellington has been rightly criticised in recent times for not turning up for test matches. Well last night, they turned up to a sold-out Sky Stadium. And right across the weekend, there was a different kind of buzz around the city. It's what test rugby used to feel like here in the Capital, it's what it should feel like. May there be many more nights like that. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 20242 min

Kelly Jackson: Silver Ferns defender ahead of the Taini Jamison series

The Silver Ferns are gearing up for their next competition. The three-test Taini Jamison series is set to kick off at the Trusts Arena in West Auckland this evening, with the Ferns playing against the England Roses. Defender Kelly Jackson joined Piney to discuss the team's mood ahead of the series. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 20247 min

Eric Thompson: Motorsport expert on Liam Lawson being promoted to the Racing Bulls Formula One team

Liam Lawson's been given the chance of a lifetime - and the pressure is on for him to prove himself in Formula One. The Kiwi driver's been promoted to the Racing Bulls team for the rest of the season. Motorsport expert Eric Thompson joined Piney to discuss what this means for Lawson. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 20249 min

Scott Hansen: All Blacks assistant coach on the team's victory over the Wallabies

The All Blacks have bounced back again and beaten out the Wallabies at Wellington's Sky Stadium. The team walked away with a 33-13 win - setting a record for coach Scott Robertson's first year. Despite the victory, assistant coach Scott Hansen says there's room for improvement ahead of the team's end of year tour. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 20249 min

Jake Duke: Fox Sports Journalist on the NRL Grand Final, Melbourne Storm's dominating season

The Melbourne Storm are through to yet another NRL Grand Final.  They dispatched the Sydney Roosters in the Preliminary Final, beating them 48-18.  Fox Sports’ Jake Duke joins the show to discuss their success over the season and who they might expect to play in the final.  “I think Melbourne have just been the better side all year,” he told Piney.  “This is a team that was effectively six points clear of everyone else.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 202411 min

Adam Peacock: Australian Correspondent on Daniel Ricciardo being axed from Red Bull Racing, the fallout

Daniel Ricciardo's F1 career is, for the meantime at least, now over, with Kiwi Liam Lawson taking over his seat at RB.   Our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock discusses the fallout across the ditch and the angst at Red Bull with how they've handled the situation.  “It was really, really average human behaviour, I thought, from the people at Red Bull about not fronting up and not owning their decision.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 20247 min

John Eales: Former Wallaby on the team's recent performances, Bledisloe Cup matches

The Wallabies gave the All Blacks an almighty scare last week.   They look to build on that performance to pull off an upset against the All Blacks in Wellington. One of the Wallabies' greatest ever players was John Eales, and he joins the show to discuss how the team can keep improving  “What I hope to see is consistency and just building on, building on the performance of last week,” he told Piney.  “And just less of those bad moments where, where they let the All Blacks in.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 202410 min

Eddie McGuire: AFL Commentator ahead of the Grand Finale

It's the biggest day on the Australian Sporting calendar.  Both the NRL and AFL Grand Finals are today, the AFL set to kick off first this afternoon.  Eddie McGuire is synonymous with the sport, and he joined Piney to discuss the big day.  “It is, you know, I go to the Super Bowl every year. You know, the Kiwis know what it's like when the All Blacks are playing and it's a big game or a Bledisloe Cup or, or a World Cup in these days. That's what it's like.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 202410 min

Ronnie Hira: Former Black Cap on the team's struggles in Sri Lanka, Devon Conway

The Black Caps are up against a mammoth task in their second test in Sri Lanka.  They’ll have to match a colossal total if they hope to even salvage a draw at Galle, not to mention the continuing struggles of opening batsman Devon Conway.  Former Black Cap Ronnie Hira joined Piney to discuss why the team has struggled so much in Sri Lanka so far.  “I think they obviously blew a lot of missed opportunities with the ball on the first day and in the field,” he told Piney.  “It becomes difficult for bowlers to maintain, I guess energy and morale when you see missed chances happening like that.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 202410 min

Full Show Podcast: 28 September 2024

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 28th September 2024, Former All Black Carlos Spencer analyses why Damian McKenzie has been struggling in No. 10 for the All Blacks.  Wallabies Legend John Eales discusses how the Wallabies could build on their impressive performance from last week.  And it's the biggest day on the Australian sporting calendar, with the Sydney Swans and Brisbane Lions meeting in the AFL Grand Final. Eddie McGuire stops in to offer his thoughts on the match.  Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 20242h 4m

Carlos Spencer: Former All Black previews the second Bledisloe test, discusses Damian McKenzie's rough time on 10

The All Blacks start a test match on Saturday under coach Scott Robertson with someone other than Damian McKenzie at first-five for the first time. Beauden Barrett will instead run the cutter against the Wallabies at Sky Stadium, his first start at No. 10 since 2022, with a former All Black playmaker saying that should remain the case as he doesn’t see McKenzie as being at the level of an international first-five. Carlos Spencer made 35 test appearances in black and only five players have scored more points for the All Blacks than him. A player of similar style to McKenzie with a prized ability to unlock defences through innovative plays, he tells Newstalk ZB’s Jason Pine he sees the 29-year-old as better suited to fullback. “I almost feel a little bit sorry for him to be honest. It’s been a tough little road for him, obviously on the back of a team that probably hasn’t performed to its potential and unfortunately it’s usually the No. 10 that takes most of the stick. “I’ve always considered Damian as a better fullback than a No.10.”Spencer says McKenzie’s Super Rugby form in the position is evident but does not see him as a test-level first-five. “Personally, no. I don’t think he is. I think he’s great at Super level but when it comes to test matches I just don’t think he’s got what it takes to be a really assertive No. 10 unfortunately. “I like Damian McKenzie, I think he’s a great player but I just find that he’s better suited at fullback than 10.”More time and space on the ball that is found when playing with 15 on his back, rather than 10, is what Spencer says makes McKenzie more suited to fullback. “He’s got more time to make decisions, there’s a bit more space, he enters the line well. I think he can see more from at the back. “That doesn’t stop him from jumping into first receiver occasionally from fullback, but I think those are the biggest points. I think he just lacks that direction at test match level where it’s really important.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 20249 min

Andrew Hall and Sandra Bees: Double-handed sailors ahead of the Offshore Double Handed World Championships (1)

Sailors Andrew Hall and Sandra Bees are going through preparations for the Offshore Double Handed World Championships in France later this month. They join Jason Pine to discuss being one of 22 mixed gender teams and needing to finish in the top five to advance to the 48-hour final race. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 202410 min

James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on All Blacks beating Australia, the NRL Roosters v Sea Eagles match, and the Black Caps v Sri Lanka test

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to talk about the All Blacks beating Australia, the NRL Roosters v Sea Eagles match, and the Black Caps v Sri Lanka test. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 20249 min

Full Show Podcast: 22 September 2024

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 22 September 2024, All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland reflects on the knife-edge victory to retain the Bledisloe Cup and why the team can't score in the last 20 minutes. Wallabies legend David Campese discusses the Australian side's ability to get back on top, and the influence of international coaches on the home side. And former Black Caps paceman Mitch McClenaghan chats the Black Caps v Sri Lanka first test. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 20242h 4m

Greg Alexander: former Penrith Panthers player recaps NRL elimination finals

Over in Australia, the Roosters have eliminated Manly and will clash with Melbourne in one NRL preliminary final - and the Panthers face the Sharks in the other. Greg 'Brandy' Alexander joins Jason Pine to discuss how the NRL elimination finals shaped up over the weekend. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 202412 min

Mitch McClenaghan: Former Black Cap unpacks the first test between New Zealand and Sri Lanka

Mitch McClenaghan joins Jason Pine to discuss the first test between Black Caps and Sri Lanka so far, the first rest day in a test in 16 years, and how the final days of the test will shape up. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 202410 min

David Campese: Former Wallabies player on the team's future within rugby

Wallabies legend David Campese joins Jason Pine to discuss the influence of international coaches on a home side, the Australian attack and just how capable they are of making their way back to the top of worldwide competition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 202411 min

Jason Holland: All Blacks assistant coach on the team's narrow victory against the Wallabies

The All Blacks have retained the Bledisloe Cup after a nail-biter match against Australia in Sydney. All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland joins Piney to talk about the knife-edge 31-28 victory, and why the team are finding it so hard to score in the last 20 minutes of the game. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 20248 min

Grant Sharman: Former Coach for the Wheel Blacks discusses the team's 2004 Paralympic Gold Medal in Athens

Two decades, a simple team talk and a gold medal. This weekend the 2004 Wheel Blacks are reuniting to celebrate their feat from 20 years ago at the Athens Paralympics, when they won wheelchair rugby gold. Coach of the winning side Grant Sharman joined Piney to reminisce about the win and share what he said to the side ahead of the match. “Enjoy what you're doing. Sorry, process stick to process, but the biggie was have fun, have fun out there. You know, you never know when you're back, and they did.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 202410 min

Dame Noeline Taurua: Silver Ferns Coach on the impact of the Commonwealth Games on netball

The jostling for inclusion at the 2026 Commonwealth Games has ramped up after confirmation Glasgow will step in as host. A lite edition of the event featuring 10 sports will be staged at four existing venues. Swimming and athletics are guaranteed with netball, sevens and track cycling looking odds on, given the stadia selected. Silver Ferns Coach Dame Noeline Taurua joined Piney for a chat about the importance of netball’s inclusion in the Games. “For us, it's, it is very important because it's counted as a pinnacle event for us – we don't have the opportunity to go to the Olympics.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 202412 min

Adam Peacock: Australian Correspondent ahead of the Bledisloe test, NRL playoffs, football

With the All Blacks desperate to hold on to their final major piece of silverware, the Wallabies are in for an intense match. Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joined Jason Pine to give an update ahead of the game and a look into the world of Aussie Sport. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 20246 min

Mike Brewer: Former All Black on the All Blacks' run, South Africa tests, Bledisloe Cup

Consistency is the name when it comes to the All Blacks’ performance thus far in 2024, according to a former player. Mike Brewer told Jason Pine he thinks they're still trying to find their feet with respect to their style and overall methodology, but overall, it’s been a positive run. He joined Piney for a chat about their use of the bench and run against South Africa before this evening’s Bledisloe Cup test against Australia. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 202413 min

Parker Jackson-Cartwright: Breakers guard on their pre-season woes and the new season that begins tonight

The Breakers are confident of putting their pre-season woes behind them in tonight's NBL opener against Brisbane in Perth. The Kiwi outfit lost all four of their preseason games, while the red-hot Bullets won six of their seven, including the Blitz preseason tournament. Breakers guard Parker Jackson-Cartwright says Brisbane should be feeling confident, but the Breakers also like their chances. He told Jason Pine he feels very strongly about the new group. “I know guys that have played in this league, a good mixture of veterans experience and, you know, some hungry guys that, you know, are eager to prove themselves. So I think it's, it's the making of a team that can really have a good season.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 20249 min

Full Show Podcast: 21 September 2024

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 21st September 2024, the All Blacks are desperate to hold onto their last major piece of silverware as they prepare to face the Wallabies for the Bledisloe Cup. Rugby Australia President Joe Roff joined Piney to give his thoughts on tonight’s test and recount some of his memories playing against the boys in black. Dame Noeline Taurua gave her thoughts on the importance of the Commonwealth Games to the under-threat sport of netball. And former Wheel Blacks coach Grant Sharman stopped by for a chat on the 20th anniversary of the team’s Gold Medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 20242h 3m

Joe Roff: Rugby Australia President previews the first Bledisloe test, talks his memories of playing against the All Blacks

Our politicians aren’t the only ones focused on doing the basics brilliantly, as the Wallabies prepare to fight the All Blacks for the Bledisloe Cup. Rugby Australia President and former Wallaby Joe Roff joined Jason Pine for a chat about his memories facing off against the boys in black, and give his thoughts on how tonight’s test will pan out. “Our team just have to have the discipline not to provide the opportunities that that New Zealand always and invariably pounces on." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 202413 min

James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on the classic All Blacks v classic Taniwha clash, the All Whites, the Football Ferns and the new Super Rugby format

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the classic All Blacks v classic Taniwha clash, the All Whites, the Football Ferns and the new Super Rugby format. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 202412 min

Full Show Podcast: 15 September 2024

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 15th September 2024. A huge afternoon in Marlborough as the Ranfurly shield is on the line. Mako Captain Quinten Strange discusses what winning the shield has meant for the top of the South. Gold medal high jumper Hamish Kerr stops in to have a chat about his heroics in Paris. And Black Ferns star Ruby Tui recaps a tough defeat at the hands of England at Twickenham. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 20242h 4m

Gary Stead: Black Caps coach on the team's five-day test against Afghanistan getting washed out

The Black Caps are itching to finally play some cricket ahead of their test series in Sri Lanka. Not a single ball was bowled during their five-day warm up with Afghanistan after it was washed out. New Zealand's last test was against Australia in March. Coach Gary Stead joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 20246 min

Shane Drummond: Nelson Bays life member on the mood of the Lions-Mako clash

There's a nervous mood among fans as the Wellington Lions face off against the Tasman Mako for the Ranfurly Shield. Nelson Bays life member Shane Drummond joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 202411 min

Jackson Garden-Bachop: Wellington Lions player ahead of the team's clash against the Tasman Mako

The Wellington Lions are ready to challenge the Tasman Mako for the Ranfurly Shield. The Lions will play against the Mako in NPC's round six that doubles as a Shield game. Wellington's Jackson Garden-Bachop joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 20245 min

Ruby Tui: Black Fern ahead of their end-of-year tour

The Black Ferns have switched focus to their next job following their historic first test at Twickenham with England. New Zealand have lost 24-12, with winger Katelyn Vaha'akolo grabbing two second half tries. They now prepare for the WXV tournament in Canada starting at the end of the month, where they'll face Ireland, the Red Roses again and France. Outside back Ruby Tui joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 20247 min

Hamish Kerr: Olympic high-jumper looks back on gold-medal winning performance in Paris

Hamish Kerr's performance in the Paris Olympics has been regarded as one of the defining sports moments of 2024. Kerr won gold after coming out on top in a jump-off against American Shelby McEwen. He joined Piney to discuss this historic moment from earlier in the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 202415 min

Quinten Strange: Tasman Mako captain on the team defeating Hawke's Bay to win the Ranfurly Shield

The Lions have the chance to win the Ranfurly Shield for the eleventh time in the union's history, when challenging Tasman in Blenheim this afternoon. Tasman Mako captain Quinten Strange joined Piney to discuss the team's odds of hanging on to the shield. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 20248 min

Stacey Jones: Kiwis head coach discusses Kiwis, Warriors' performance, takes talkback

Rugby Kiwis head coach Stacey Jones joined Jason Pine live in the studio for a chat, discussing the upcoming Pacific Championship, the Warriors’ performance in 2024 and answering listener questions. The Pacific Championship is set to kickoff late next month. The competition is two-tiered, with men’s and women’s teams from across the region competing for the Pacific Cup and the Pacific Bowl. There will also be two match days in New Zealand with the grand finals to be played in Sydney on November 10. The Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns will face off against the Kangaroos and Jillaroos in a double-header at Christchurch’s Apollo Projects Stadium on October 27, marking the Kiwis’ return to the city after five years and the Kiwi Ferns’ first South Island Test since 1998. The Kiwis will then take on Tonga at Auckland’s Go Media Stadium on November 2. Meanwhile, Jones finalised his coaching staff for the Championship in July and it features six former Kiwis. Steve Price, Nathan Cayless and Adam Blair are assistant coaches. Stephen Kearney, the 2008 World Cup-winning Kiwis head coach, works in a culture and leadership adviser role while Daryl Halligan and David Solomona round out the team as kicking coach and wellbeing manager, respectively. He told Piney that he’s excited to get into camp. “I'm looking forward to the final series and players getting through unscathed.” LISTEN ABOVE Pacific Championship schedule Sunday, October 27: Pacific Cup – New Zealand v Australia (men and women) at Apollo Projects Stadium, Christchurch Saturday, November 2: Pacific Cup – New Zealand v Tonga (men) at Go Media Stadium, Auckland Sunday, November 3: Pacific Cup – New Zealand v Papua New Guinea (women) at Santos Stadium, Port Moresby Sunday, November 10: Pacific Cup men’s and women’s Grand Final in Sydney, Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 202440 min

Jack Mesley: Super Rugby CEO on the changes to the championship's format

Super Rugby is going through a few changes. Most notable is the alterations to its finals format, with all six teams who qualify for the post-season featuring in the quarter-finals – the three winners and highest-seeded loser making up the draw. CEO Jack Mesley joined Jason Pine to discuss the changes to the competition. He told Piney that they think the new format is going to create great interest at the back end of the season, and then deliver some really compelling rugby cup final series. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 202412 min

Brad Walter: NRL.com Journalist on the Panthers' win in the NRL Finals

The first week of the NRL Finals are underway, which started with a dominant win to the three-time reigning champions. Piney catches up with Brad Walter from NRL.com to discuss what we might see from the rest of the finals matches this weekend. “People have been concerned that the Panthers have been flat, you know, and haven't looked sort of maybe as hungry as they have in past years, but they certainly came out last night looking like the team to beat in in the final series.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 202411 min

Andrew Pragnell: NZ Football CEO on the depature of Jitka Klimkova as coach of the Football Ferns

The tumultuous reign of Jitka Klimkova has come to an end. In her time as coach the Football Ferns achieved a groundbreaking win over Norway, but aside from that success her tenure was filled with many failures and controversies. NZF CEO Andrew Pragnell joined Piney to discuss what has led to her departure. “At the end of the day, she's put it in pretty hard yards. She's achieved some things we've never achieved before, she's transitioned the team in a way that we haven't seen over the past ten years, and she feels her time's up.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 202416 min

Full Show Podcast: 14 September 2024

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 14th September 2024, Kiwis Coach Stacey Jones joins Piney in studio for a wide-ranging chat about his career, the Warriors’ disappointing season, the upcoming Pacific Championship, as well as taking some questions from callers. New CEO of Super Rugby Jack Mesley discussed the changes to the Super Rugby draw and finals format. And NZ Football CEO Andrew Pragnell explains the controversial departure of Jitka Klimkova from Football Ferns coach. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 20242h 4m

James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild Host on the All Blacks' latest loss, the Tasman Mako's victory for the Ranfurly Shield and the start of the NFL

James McOnie joined D'Arcy to discuss the All Blacks' loss to South Africa, the Tasman Mako's victory for the Ranfurly Shield and the start of the NFL season. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 8, 202411 min

Ben Maller: Fox Sports commentator on the start of the NFL season

The NFL season is underway, with a solid opening for the returning champions. The Kansas City Chiefs have edged the visiting Baltimore Ravens 27-20. Fox Sports commentator Ben Maller joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 8, 20248 min