Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 3rd November 2024, the All Blacks squeezed out a win over England at Twickenham. Assistant coach Scott Hansen joined the show to recap the win.

Auckland FC have claimed bragging rights in the A-Leagues first ever Kiwi derby, after winning 2-0 over the Phoenix in Wellington. Those two goals were scored by Jake Brimmer, who joined the show to discuss his performance.

And Sharkois a new documentary on the life of Rugby League legend Mark 'Sharko' Graham, directed by his son Luke. Both Mark and Luke join Piney in studio to discuss making the documentary.

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The last couple weeks have been significant in the world of New Zealand sport - with plenty of Kiwi athletes dominating on the world stage.

The White Ferns stunned fans with their T20 World Cup victory, the Black Caps beat India on the team's home soil for the first time in decades, Team New Zealand held on to the America's Cup and the Silver Ferns won the Constellation Cup.

Coaching guru Wayne Goldsmith joined Piney to discuss New Zealand's run of sporting victories.

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The son of rugby league legend Mark Graham is using his father's sporting career as the basis for a new documentary.

Sharko tells the story of Mark Graham's athletic legacy - including the 29 tests he played for the Kiwis, his historic induction into the NRL Hall of Fame and being named as NZ Player of the Century in 2007.

Luke and Mark Graham joined Piney to discuss the documentary.

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Auckland FC have beaten the Wellington Phoenix 2-nil in the first-ever Kiwi A-League derby in the capital.

Two late goals from substitute Jake Brimmer secured the three points for the visitors.

Brimmer joined Piney to discuss his game-winning performance.

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The All Blacks managed to narrowly score a win over in Twickenham this morning.

The visitors trailed by 8 with 15 minutes remaining - but surged late and clinched the win via Damian McKenzie's sideline conversion of Mark Telea's try.

All Blacks assistant coach Scott Hansen says the team has some lessons to reflect on before they face off against Ireland. 

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The Kiwis are looking to bounce back from their loss to the Kangaroos. 

They’re taking on Tonga this evening at Mt Smart Stadium in the Pacific Championship. 

Piney catches up with their assistant coach Steve Price to chat about how they responded to their last loss. 

He said that they’ve built up their intensity over the week, getting some volume into the team. 

“We got a couple days off too, so, you know, the tank will be filled up and we’ll be ready to throw down hard again.” 

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An exclusive group of Kiwi athletes gained a few more members this year. 

Kiwi Canoeist Alicia Hoskin is now one of our talented athletes who have taken home multiple Olympic Golds in the same Games after her success in Paris. 

She joined Piney to reflect on her golden Games and her journey to the top of the podium.  

“What an absolute privilege to be able to compete with these girls and to be in a place like Paris doing it.” 

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The All Blacks aren’t likely to receive a warm welcome at Twickenham. 

After falling to the boys in black earlier this year, the English will be aiming to cut them off at the knees to claim the win for themselves. 

Piney caught up with former English midfielder Will Greenwood for a chat about the team’s chances in their third clash of the year.  

Greenwood says that for England to be considered a world class team, they’ll have to win three out of four matches at home. 

“We’ve got to turn over one of you or South Africa, and on form, I think we have to identify a victory over New Zealand as a very realistic, not overly ambitious target.” 

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The Wellington Phoenix are playing host to Auckland FC tonight. 

The teams are facing off in the A-Leagues first Kiwi derby in what’s expected to be a tough match. 

Piney caught up with Phoenix defender Isaac Hughes ahead of the big game. 

“I think everyone knows it's a big game. I think there's no point pretending that it's not.” 

“When you get out there onto the pitch, I think as long as everyone's focused on their jobs like, I see no reason why it will impact us.” 

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Auckland FC are trekking south to play the Wellington Phoenix on their home turf. 

It’s the A-League's first ever Kiwi derby, and spirits and anticipation are high. 

Auckland FC vice-captain Tommy Smith joined Piney for a chat ahead of the match, giving an insight into the team’s preparations. 

“We know that we can't rest on our laurels, and we wanna keep this run going, so we have to work extremely hard.” 

"We know it's gonna be a tough contest.” 

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All eyes will be on the very first Kiwi football derby taking place tonight. 

Amid all of the fans in the audience will be one very keen eyed spectator – All Whites coach Darren Bazeley. 

He joined Piney in the studio for a chat about the importance of this match and what he’ll be looking to see from players, and gave some insight into how this could impact All White selections. 

“I think it's one of the biggest days in football in the country for a long, long time.” 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for November 2nd 2024, Piney is joined by former English midfielder Will Greenwood to preview the upcoming test between the All Blacks and England at Twickenham 

The A-Leagues first ever Kiwi derby is upon us. Tommy Smith from Auckland FC and Isaac Hughes from Wellington Phoenix join the show ahead of the big match 

And two-time Olympic gold medal Canoeist Alicia Hoskin stops in to reflect on her hugely successful Paris Olympics 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 27th October 2024. The Black Caps have made history by winning their first-ever test series in India. Award-winning cricket writer Dylan Cleaver joined the show to discuss where this ranks in New Zealand cricket history.

The All Blacks had a hard fought win over Japan in Yokohama to start their end-of-year tour. Assistant coach Jase Ryan recaps the team's performance.

And Kiwi sporting icon Honey Hireme-Smiler has released her autobiography, and she joined Piney to discuss her life and career.

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James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Black Caps' victory, the All Blacks' victory, the NPC finals and Chris Wood's goal-scoring form.

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The Silver Ferns have a plan to block out the noise from the passionate Australian fans in game three of netball's Constellation Cup tonight in Perth.

New Zealand have only won once across the Tasman under coach Dame Noeline Taurua - in Sydney in 2019.

Midcourter Kimiora Poi joined Piney to discuss.

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Auckland FC's hoping to keep up the momentum for their next game against Sydney FC.

Kick-off is at 4pm, with both teams set to go head to head at Auckland's Mt Smart stadium.

Auckland FC wing Logan Rogerson joined Piney to discuss.

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Honey Hireme-Smiler's made a name for herself in the world of Kiwi sports.

She was one of New Zealand's first professional women's rugby players, playing for the Black Ferns and the IRB Women's Sevens Circuit.

She's also played in four league world cups and helped the Kiwi Ferns achieve victory in the inaugural Nines World Cup in 2019.

She went on to win a New Zealand Order of Merit - and she's a commentator for Sky Sport.

She joined Piney to discuss her new memoir - Honey: My Story of Love, Loss and Victory.

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The Kiwis are gearing up for a high-stakes final clash against the Kangaroos. 

The New Zealand rugby league side pumped the Kangaroos 30-nil in last year's final to snap a 10-game losing streak to the Aussies.

Kiwis forward Joseph Tapine joined Piney to discuss.

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Assistant coach Jason Ryan believes the team handled themselves well - despite a narrow victory over Japan in Yokohama.

The 64-19 win came without 11 frontline players, who had already left for London to prepare for next week’s test against England. 

Ryan joined Piney to discuss the win.

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The Black Caps are celebrating after a trailblazing moment in New Zealand cricket history.

The Black Caps' 113-run victory in Pune has sealed the team's first test series win in India - dating back 12 previous series' to 1955.

Award-winning cricket writer Dylan Cleaver joined Piney to discuss the significance of this win.

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The ban on David Warner has now been lifted. 

Cricket Australia has removed his lifetime leadership ban, meaning he’s now allowed to captain Australian teams once more. 

Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joined Jason Pine for a chat about the fallout of that decision, and to dig into what happened to West Australia in their One Dayer against Tasmania.  

“What happened in Cape Town was obviously horrible and it was bad for Australian cricket, and a light got shone where a light should have been shone a while ago – it’s done. It's over, everyone's moved on.” 

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Tonight kicks off the All Blacks’ Northern Tour, the team taking on Japan in Yokohama.  

Former All Black Murray Mexted joined Piney to discuss the changes and growth the team has undergone so far this year, and where they still need to improve to have a successful tour.  

Mexted told him that the biggest weakness the South Africa tests exposed was the team’s lack of size in comparison to the ‘Boks. 

“We just weren't, literally, weren't big enough for the aerial possession battle, which we lost.” 

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Tony Brown has spent this season plying his trade with the Springboks, picking up the role of attack coach for the team. 

He joined Jason Pine to discuss his journey to the Republic, what it’s like working with Rassie Erasmus, and whether he still has ambitions to coach the All Blacks. 

“I played for the All Blacks, obviously from New Zealand, played for New Zealand, Māori, so, you know, one day definitely wanna be able to coach the All Blacks.” 

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The Black Caps are closing in on a scarcely believable series win. 

They’ve claimed the first test against India and have placed their hosts on the back foot as the Kiwis lead by 301 runs. 

Former Black Cap Scott Styris joined Piney to discuss how the team has got to this point, and how important Mitchell Santer's contributions have been to the side. 

He told him that Santer is likely to be the most important bowler for the Black Caps heading into the second innings. 

“I think it will be all about Santer, just because of that bounce.”  

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 26th October 2024, Piney is joined by Springboks assistant coach Tony Brown to discuss his journey to the Republic, working with Rassie Erasmus, and whether he still has ambitions to coach the All Blacks. 

Murray Mexted joins the show to discuss the All Blacks end of year tour, and how to address the balance in the loose forwards department 

And Scott Styris discusses the Black Caps performance as they close in on a scarcely believable series win against India. 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 20th October 2024. It's a three-peat for Emirates Team New Zealand. They finished the job against INEOS Britannia retaining the Americas Cup.Former Team New Zealand Skipper Dean Barker recaps the win.

We preview the White Ferns T20 World Cup final with their star All-rounder,Melie Kerr.

And Liam Lawson makes his F1 return, Bob McMurray chats about how he expects the high-flying Kiwi will go.

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James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the start of Auckland FC, the White Ferns, the Black Caps, Oli Mathis and Hoskins Sotutu.

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The Wellington Phoenix are gearing up for another football season.

The team begins their A-League campaign against Western United in the Capital at 4pm.

Goalie Josh Oluwayemi joined Piney to discuss.

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The Silver Ferns are expected to go head-to-head against Australia in the first Constellation Cup game, to be held at Auckland's TSB Arena.

The first test is expected to begin at 7:30pm tonight.

Silver Fern Maddy Gordon joined Piney to discuss the team's odds against current cup-holders - Australia.

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Formula One driver Liam Lawson remains upbeat, despite starting from the back of the grid in tomorrow morning's US Grand Prix in Texas.

The Racing Bulls driver posted the third fastest time in the opening qualifying session, but failed to record a lap in the second session - eliminating him in 15th position.

Lawson was always condemned to start from 20th, after his team incurred a 60-place grid penalty for exceeding the season's engine allocation.

Motorsport expert Bob McMurray joined Piney to discuss.

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The White Ferns are feeling hopeful ahead of their T20 World Cup final.

New Zealand pipped the West Indies by eight runs to win their semi-final in Sharjah, after coming into the tournament on a 10-match losing streak.

White Fern Melie Kerr joined Piney to discuss.

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There's elation from Team New Zealand, after the Kiwis walked away with the America's Cup in Barcelona.

They beat out Britannia with a 7-2 series win, clinching a victory and hanging onto the Auld Mug.

Former Team NZ skipper Dean Barker joined Piney to discuss.

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The world’s most expensive horse racing event is taking place today. 

Radwick in Australia is playing host to the $20 million Everest Race, and two Kiwi horses are favoured to win. 

Horse racing Journalist Mick Guerin joined Piney for a chat about the event and the hefty prize that could be won. 

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The White Ferns have defied the odds. 

Their triumph over the West Indies cinched their position in the T20 World Cup Final. 

Piney caught up with former White Fern Katey Martin for a chat about how the team managed to pull together this improbable run. 

“They've just showed so much heart and determination.” 

“I saw the girls at the end of the game and they we’re all just in disbelief, they sort of can't quite believe what's happened.” 

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Auckland FC are putting faith in their preparation as they get ready for their first-ever A-League match. 

They’re facing off against the Brisbane Roar at a packed out Mt Smart Stadium this evening, the match kicking off at 5pm. 

The Club’s Head of Football, Terry McFlynn, joined Piney for a chat about the club’s preparations leading up to the match.  

“The boys are ready, you know, they've trained, I think yesterday was session 61 since we started. So we're ready to go.” 

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There’s a number of big names backing Auckland’s new football club. 

Former All Black Ali Williams is one such name, joining Bill Foley as a member of Auckland FC’s ownership group.  

He joined Jason Pine to discuss his hopes for the club, as they prepare to make their A-League debut at Mount Smart Stadium. 

“It's about fan engagement, it's about getting a buy in, it's about getting a belief that we're not here for a short term, we're here for a long term.” 

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Auckland FC's inaugural A-League season kicks off today.  

Their CEO Nick Becker joins Piney to discuss the journey of getting the team built as they prepare for their first-ever match in front of a sold-out Mt Smart stadium 

“We had to go out and convince people that that we were the real deal. That we actually are a team, we had ambition, and we knew we had a plan to go. But once we got started convincing people that, they bought into it, and they came on board.” 

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The Black Caps have responded to their series defeat to Sri Lanka by putting on a textbook display against India. 

They dismissed them for 46 in the first innings, then proceeded to amass a lead of 356. 

Former Black Caps coach Mike Hesson joined the show to discuss how the team was able to deliver such a strong response.  

“New Zealand have been excellent so far, but yeah, there's certainly, there would be no complacency, that's for sure.” 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 19th October 2024, Auckland FC's long-awaited debut is here, and Piney is at Mount Smart Stadium to take it all in. He's joined by CEO Nick Becker, Minority Owner Ali Williams, and Director of Football Terry McFlynn to chat about the club's journey and the excitement ahead of their first match. 

Our cricket teams are finding form again, the Black Caps have India against the ropes and the White Ferns have defied the odds, making it into the T20 World Cup final. Former Black Caps coach Mike Hesson and former White Fern Katey Martin both join the show to discuss the success of the teams. 

And Mick Guerin joins the show from across the ditch from The Everest 2024 at Royal Randwick, Australia's richest race 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 12th October 2024. Legendary rugby referee Nigel Owens joins the show to discuss World Rugby's controversial 20-minute red card proposal.

Mid Canterbury has achieved something no other Heartland Championship team has done since 2019 - a win over South Canterbury. Their coach Matt Winter discusses how they managed to pull off the upset.

And it's been a good start to the Americas Cup defence for Emirates Team New Zealand having won their first two races. NZ Herald's Chris Reive joins the show from Barcelona to recap the first day's racing.

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This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss NPC quarter finals, the MLB playoffs, and Auckland FC's upcoming season.

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The 20th season of the A-League is about to get underway- and the Wellington Phoenix are gearing up for the new season.

The Phoenix season kicks off on October 20th, with the team going up against Western United FC at home at Sky Stadium.

Coach Giancarlo Italiano joined Piney to discuss the upcoming season.

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Mid Canterbury's snapped South Canterbury's 39-game winning streak in their Heartland Championship semifinal.

The Hammers' 17-16 win in Timaru also ends their southern rival's bid to win four consecutive Meads Cups.

Mid Canterbury coach Matt Winter joined Piney to discuss the win.

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The upcoming A-League season is set to get underway - with Auckland fans having their own team to support this time round. 

In eight days, Auckland FC will make their public debut on the field - and the team's determined to prove themselves in their new role.

Auckland FC coach Steve Corica joined Piney to discuss ahead of kick-off.

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Team New Zealand feel constant communication and consensus decision-making helped forge a perfect start to their America's Cup defence.

The Kiwis hold a 2-nil lead over Ineos Britannia after the first day's racing in tough conditions off Barcelona.

NZ Herald sports journalist Chris Reive joined Piney to discuss.

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A controversial proposal allowing rugby teams to replace a red-carded player after 20 minutes has moved a step closer to global implementation.

World Rugby recently confirmed this potential change is one of several new amendments put forward for global use.

Referee Nigel Owens joined Piney to discuss the impact of these changes.

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Rafael Nadal has announced his retirement from professional tennis.  

Tennis correspondent Graeme Agars has spent the majority of his career covering Nadal, and he joined Piney to pay tribute to the player’s legendary career. 

“He was spectacular and had most guys beaten before they even went out on court.” 

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Kiwi driver Matt Payne has claimed provisional pole after the qualifying race for the Bathurst 1000. 

Motorsport Journalist Simon Chapman joined Piney to discuss everything that went down during the qualifiers, and who might find themselves on the top of the podium after the Big Race. 

“Oh, it's absolute bedlam, really. Craziness at the top of the mountain.” 

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The All Whites are kicking off their campaign for FIFA World Cup qualification. 

Their Captain, and star player, Chris Wood joined Piney to discuss their upcoming matches and dig into his enthusiasm to play for the national team. 

“It's the love of the country and the nation. I mean, New Zealand's my home, it’s where I grew up.” 

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Rugby Australia is facing yet another struggle. 

The Melbourne Rebels have launched a $30 million lawsuit against RA after being axed by the governing body.  

Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joined Piney to try and make sense of the suit and figure out what they club is trying to achieve.  

“It only serves as one thing: the rugby community as a whole look at it and go, ‘What are you guys doing?’” 

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The length of the NRL season has been the topic of debate lately. 

The season runs seven months from the first week of March until the first week of September, and questions have arisen as to how much it impacts players’ ability to play International Rugby League.  

Piney caught up with NZRL CEO Greg Peters for a chat about how we go about getting more of the international game.  

“If you really want to return out of the international game, you've got to give it clear space with the top players available, and a decent window to really monetize it and make it appeal to the hearts and minds of fans around the world.” 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday 12th October, it's the eve of the America’s Cup and Emirates Team New Zealand is preparing to defend the Auld Mug against the challengers INEOS Britannia. Team NZ Helmsman Ray Davies joins the show to discuss their plan for claiming victory on the waters of Barcelona. 

All Whites and Nottingham Forrest striker Chris Wood chats to Piney as they begin their campaign for FIFA World Cup qualification. 

Also, we preview Bathurst 1000, reflect on Rafael Nadal's career, and discuss whether the NRL season is too long. 

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It's the eve of the America’s Cup and Emirates Team New Zealand is preparing to defend the Auld Mug against challengers INEOS Britannia.  

The first two races are scheduled for early Sunday morning, the teams taking to the waters of Barcelona. 

Helmsman for Team New Zealand, Ray Davies, joined Piney to discuss the team’s plan to claim victory on the water and keep their grip on the Auld Mug. 

“We've got quicker, they've got quicker. We don't really know until we actually come off that start line who's gonna have the advantage.” 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 10 October 2024, The All Blacks end of year tour squad is set to be named, with questions surrounding a few players. Sir John Kirwan offers his thoughts on who should be on the plane for the northern tour

Piney has one of his regular catch ups with NZR CEO Mark Robinson and they discuss the report of France planning on sending a weak team to New Zealand next year

And Ryan Girdler and Tawera Nikau preview the NRL Grand Final

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The All Whites start their journey to qualify for the 2026 World Cup as they face Tahiti this Friday. Piney catches up with striker Ben Waine to discuss his time in the UK and how the All Whites preparations have been going

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The Penrith Panthers are looking to make it four Premiership wins in a row as they take on the Melbourne Storm tonight. Piney catches up with Panthers legend and 2003 NRL Premiership winner Ryan Girdler to preview the Grand Final

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It was a hard fought win for Waikato in the Farah Palmer Cup final. James McOnie discusses that game and where are Auckland FC looking to make their home

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The NRL Grand Final is upon us. Melbourne Storm look to stop the Penrith Panthers run of titles. Piney catches up with Storm premiership winner in 1999 and one of New Zealands greatest League players, Tawera Nikau to preview the big match

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Recent reports from France have suggested that they won't be sending their best players to New Zealand when they tour next year. Piney put this to NZR CEO Mark Robinson in one of their regular catch ups

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The All Blacks end of year tour squad is set to be announced with question marks surrounding several players including Sam Cane and TJ Perenara. Piney catches up with Sir John Kirwan to discuss who he thinks should be on the plane to the Northern hemisphere.

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What’s the point of an “end of season review”? 

Our Coaching Guru Wayne Goldsmith joined Piney to explain exactly what happens in an end of season review, and what they’re meant to achieve. 

“All I'm doing is pointing out what's right in front of you that you can't see.” 

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The America's Cup challenger has been decided.  

Ineos Britannia will race Team New Zealand for the Auld Mug in Barcelona after beating Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli in the Louis Vuitton Cup.  

Sailing professor Mark Orams joins the show to discuss how INEOS managed to take home the Louis Vuitton Cup. 

“While it was certainly a battle all the way through the first part of this Louis Vuitton Challenger finals, once they really got the advantage, they just pressed that home.” 

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The White Ferns have snapped their 10-match losing streak with an emphatic win over India at the T20 Womens World Cup.  

Former White Fern Frankie Mackay joins Piney to discuss the unexpected win for the team. 

“They came out with great intent. Openers put on a really good partnership to get things started, India looked rattled, and the really pleasing thing for me with that New Zealand side is they just didn't take the foot off the throat.” 

“They just did not give an inch back.” 

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It’s the final week of NRL over in Australia, with the Grand Final coming down to two entirely expected parties. 

The Penrith Panthers are looking to win their fourth championship in a row as they play the Melbourne Storm Sunday night. 

Our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joined Jason Pine to give his thoughts as to who will come out on top. 

“Flip of the coin,” he said. 

“It’s really tough to cut through it.” 

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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.” 

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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.” 

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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. 

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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.” 

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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. 

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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 Fernspreviews the Taini Jamison Trophy, which gets underway tonight.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.” 

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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.” 

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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.” 

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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.” 

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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.” 

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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. 

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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.”

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.” 

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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.” 

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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. 

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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. 

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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.” 

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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 20thanniversary of the team’s Gold Medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics. 

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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." 

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