Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joins Piney to discuss the Warriors' win, Caitlin Clark at March Madness, Seilala Mapusua's sacking, the 'lop-sided' weekend for Super Rugby and Sam Whitelock's retirement- among other big sports stories of the week. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand’s women’s basketball league has announced several new changes, including bigger salaries, revamped schedules and potential international expansion. Former basketballer and netballer Donna Wilkins joins Piney to discuss these developments- and what they might mean for the future of women's basketball. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TVNZ+ is set to debut a nine-part documentary series featuring a series of candidates competing for a spot in top gym City Kickboxing. Ahead of the release of 'Relentless', City Kickboxing head coach Eugene Bareman joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dame Noeline Taurua's expected to lead the Silver Ferns to more achievements for years to come. The 56-year-old's been contracted for another two years, which is likely to be extended to the 2027 World Cup if results trend in the right direction. Netball NZ chief executive Jennie Wyllie explains how Taurua's re-hiring will push the team in a new direction. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parker Jackson-Cartwright is ready to write another chapter in his Breakers career. The guard's re-signed for another NBL season, after guiding the New Zealand club to the playoffs, where they fell short of the Illawarra Hawks. Jackson-Cartwright joined Piney to discuss this next step. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A third successive win for the Warriors is in the books following Saturday evening's match. The team thrashed the South Sydney Rabbitohs 34-4 on the road. Assistant coach Stacey Jones says the team weathered the onslaught from the Rabbitohs- especially during the all-important back half of the match. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Football Ferns are facing Thailand in a couple of international friendlies, the first of which kicked off at 3pm today. The games are taking place in Christchurch, home to forward Gabi Rennie. She joined Jason Pine for a chat ahead of today’s match and a look into how preparations are going for Olympic selections. “At this rate, our main priority is definitely get the wins,” Rennie told Piney. “After the World Cup we’ve, you know, haven’t had that much opportunity to play other than the Samoa Tour, so it’s going to be really good for us to get some good wins.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After two losses to start the 2024 season, the Warriors are officially back up and running. They’ve gone back to back in the last fortnight with wins over the Raiders and the Knights and are aiming for a third against the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Tonight’s game kicks off at 5pm, and the teams had to shakeup it’s lineup with five players now out of the game. Warriors legend Kevin Campion told Piney that despite the loss, the team has enough depth and games under their belt. “I think it’ll be just all systems go today.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs are taking on Moana Pasifika tonight in Hamilton and Chiefs halfback Cortez Ratima is coming off the bench to face them. Last week saw the team lose to the Crusaders, 37-26, Ratima saying the issue was more of an attitude issue than a systemic one. “I think it’s more a mindset thing rather than skill set. I think the boys have the skills, but it’s just trying to apply it out on the field.” He joined Piney to preview tonight’s match and dig into his aspirations to make it to the All Blacks. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been a busy week of sport across the ditch, and our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock is back to give us the downlow. On the agenda today was Mike Cron’s decision to ditch the All Blacks and join up with the Wallabies, the naming of the men’s Olympic football team, and of course, the NRL match of the season between the Broncos and the Storm. According to Adam, Adam Reynolds injury may spell disaster for the Broncos. “He’s so good at setting the tempo for a young, energetic Broncos team that if he’s not there, it’s gonna make it harder for the Broncos to finish top and get an easy draw in the finals.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Cam Roigard’s injury taking him out of the game, the talents of New Zealand’s halfbacks are being tested. Piney caught up with Sky Sport commentator Tony Johnson to discuss who the All Blacks may be considering taking Roigard’s place, and TJ Perenara seems like he might be up to the task. “He looks eager, we know about his playing ability,” Johnson told Piney. “I think he just has to prove that he’s got all his old skills, and if he can do that, then I think he comes right back into the front line of contention.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney and Bonnie break down wins for both Phoenix sides over Easter and hand out their end-of-season awards for the women's team. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Chris Woods' success in the EPL, Crusaders on the board, March Madness and the Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Famed coaching expert Wayne Goldsmith joined Piney to examine how grassroots coaches can get ahead and work with the best teams in the business. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Black Cap Shane Thomson joins Piney to look back on his playing days- and examines whether he'd do well at T20 cricket. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Australian cricketer Greg Matthews is still remembered as one of the nation's sporting greats. Matthews played 33 test matches, 59 ODIs for Australia and that earned him a legion of fans between the 1980s and the 1990s. Matthews himself joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belief remains at an all-time high ahead of the Warriors' hotly anticipated clash tonight. Last year's preliminary finalists will look to build momentum from their first win of the campaign when they host the Newcastle Knights at Mt Smart this evening. Warriors recruitment manager Andrew McFadden joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurricanes are still waiting on the official word but don't expect to have halfback Cam Roigard back in a hurry. The in-form number nine was felled in the second half of the win over the Highlanders in Dunedin with a knee injury. Assistant coach Cory Jane says it's clearly not a matter of 'if', but 'how long' Roigard will be sidelined for. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight marks a major milestone for Ricky Riccitelli. He’s set to play his 100th Super Rugby game, coming off the bench to face Moana Pasifika. He joined Piney for a chat about his season so far and the journey he's been on in his first 100 games. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors have a new jersey manufacturer: Dynasty Sport. Piney caught up with co-founder Tyler Rakich to discuss what that means for his company, and how the contract came to be. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The AFL has had a tumultuous week. A new drug scandal has been uncovered, and Adam Peacock joined Piney to catch him up on the details. The Aussie correspondent also ran through the other stories making headlines across the ditch. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Much like its companions, the Super Rugby Aupiki season is well underway. Piney caught up with Black Ferns Director of Rugby Allan Bunting for a discussion on what he’s seen from the competition thus far, and what may come next. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby governance issues have been the big story of the week, with NZR Chair Dame Patsy Reddy threatening to resign if the Boards proposal to change the sport’s leadership structure doesn't go ahead. This has a wide-ranging impact on all levels of rugby in New Zealand and is creating tension between the NZR Board and the Provincial unions. Piney caught up with Canterbury Rugby Chair Peter Winchester to get his thoughts on the situation, and what impacts it will have on rugby in New Zealand. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crusaders have picked up their first win of the season after five straight losses, beating the Chiefs in Christchurch. With the Chiefs losing by 11 points, Piney caught up with their assistant coach Roger Randle to chat about what went wrong for the team. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crusaders are finally on the board. After starting the season 0-5, the defending champs managed to finally get their first win of the season with an impressive win over the Chiefs. Piney caught up with Coach Rob Penney to chat about the struggles starting off his tenure with the Crusaders, and what the win means for the team. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney and Bonnie discuss the weekend's football action with the Phoenix women and All Whites suffering narrow defeats and a Football Ferns goalkeeper starring for her club side. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympian and sailing expert Hannah Mills joined Piney to discuss today's SailGP event. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boats are out on the water and hopes are high among the competitors at this weekend's SailGP event. Emirates Great Britain driver Giles Scott joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Foils are set to make headway in this weekend's SailGP event. Co-CEO Blair Tuke joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild commentator joined Piney to discuss the Crusaders woes, Warriors on the board, Benji Marshall, All Whites, and the Sail GP debacle. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crusaders are last on the Super Rugby ladder after plunging to a fifth straight loss to open their campaign. Champions for the last seven years, they've crashed to a 26-6 loss to old foes the Blues at Eden Park - the first time they've lost at the ground in a decade. Former All Black Ant Strachan joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney catches up with Taylor Canfield, the new Driver for USA, taking over this season from Jimmy Spithill. They discuss his baptism by fire, and taking over from a legend of the sport. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sailing superstars are out in Christchurch. Piney catches up with Driver for 3rd place Rockwool Denmark, Nicolai Sehested. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rabbitohs are in a free fall after being demolished by arch rivals the Roosters. Piney catches up with our Australian Correspondent to discuss that and all the other big stories from across the ditch. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors are on the board in 2024 with a win over the Raiders in Christchurch. Piney catches up with Assistant coach Slade Griffin to recap the win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Off the back of Australia's prior sailing success, Australian sailor Tom Slingsby joined Piney to discuss this weekend's SailGP event. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch mayor Phil Mauger joined Piney to discuss the future of SailGP being held in Christchurch again following this weekend's events. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand SailGP driver Peter Burling joined Piney to discuss this weekend's sailing event. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today marks the nine-year anniversary of an important cricket moment in New Zealand's history. During the 2015 Cricket World Cup semifinal, Grant Elliott belted Dale Steyn, South Africa's premier pace bowler, into the stands. This move took New Zealand into their first World Cup final with a ball to spare. Former Black Cap Grant Elliot joined Piney to discuss this career-defining moment. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday's SailGP races were impacted by some unexpected cancellations and shutdowns. Three fleet races due to take place in Lyttelton Harbour were cancelled after a dolphin sighting. New Zealand SailGP team strategist Liv Mackay recapped the 'whirlwind' leading up to the cancellation. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A displeased Sir Russell Coutts has slammed authorities for preventing SailGP racing yesterday at Lyttelton. A dolphin sighting on the course forced the cancellation of three fleet races. Organisers are hopeful racing will commence as scheduled at 3 this afternoon. Coutts, the SailGP CEO, believes that the 'extreme protocols' in place this weekend are unprecedented. "Unfortunately, yesterday was another example of there being almost no balance in the decision making, another example of New Zealand being handcuffed by unprecedented layers of bureaucracy." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney and Bonnie unpack a Phoenix v Sydney FC weekend double-header and look ahead to the All Whites clash with Egypt. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Auckland A-League team has been revealed. The CEO and Coach join Piney in studio to discuss the new club and how they're tracking ahead of their debut season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap a full week of stories in the world of sport. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Runner James Preston beat the elements to become the second fastest Kiwi ever to run 800 metres at the New Zealand Track and Field Champs in Wellington. He joined Piney to discuss this historic moment. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ireland have retained the Six Nations trophy after beating Scotland 17-13 in Dublin. Kiwi halfback Jamison Gibson-Park's been named man of the match as the Irish held out a late Scotland surge, as the visitors drew to within four in the final minutes. BBC sports commentator James Burridge joins Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors are heartbroken after two quick-fire tries in Melbourne denied them a famous NRL victory over the Storm. The Kiwi side came from 18-6 down at halftime to lead 26-18 in the final minutes before a spectacular mid-air effort in the corner from Xavier Coates saw the Storm escape 30-26 at AAMI Park. FOX sports commentator joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in Wellington, Kiwi parliamentarians and overseas diplomats are set to clash in a historic cricket match. New Zealand's Parliamentary cricket team has existed since 1884, and has included former members such as Robert Muldoon, Geoffrey Palmer, and Bill English. Ahead of today's historic 50th anniversary match against Diplomatic Corp XI, Labour's Kieran McAnulty joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black Caps coach Gary Stead is refusing to commit to Tim Southee being his side's captain when they next gather for test matches. Southee battled to find form in the home summer, taking six wickets from four test matches at an average of 71. Stead joined Piney to discuss the future of the team. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix are set to play their final home game in Auckland this weekend. Piney catches up with head coach Giancarlo Italiano in studio to discuss the new team and also their successful season so far. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.