The Latest from Weekend Sport with Jason Pine /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/rss 九一星空无限 Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Fri, 20 Jun 2025 18:08:11 Z en Weekend Sport is live in Christchurch for the Super Rugby Pacific Final /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/weekend-sport-is-live-in-christchurch-for-the-super-rugby-pacific-final/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/weekend-sport-is-live-in-christchurch-for-the-super-rugby-pacific-final/ Listen to Weekend Sport with Jason Pine from 12pm - 3pm Saturday as he builds up to the Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final. He will be joined by Crusaders halfback Noah Hotham, Chiefs fullback Shaun Stevenson along with Super Rugby CEO Jack Mesley, Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge and Chiefs CEO Simon Graafhuis. PLUS, listen to WIN a double pass to the sold out match at Apollo Projects Stadium. If you are in Christchurch, join Piney from The Rockpool - the original inner-city gastro pub from 12pm - 3pm Saturday. Thu, 19 Jun 2025 03:58:29 Z James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on improving NPC rugby, the Super Rugby semifinals and Ryan Fox's prowess /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-improving-npc-rugby-the-super-rugby-semifinals-and-ryan-foxs-prowess/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-improving-npc-rugby-the-super-rugby-semifinals-and-ryan-foxs-prowess/ This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss how NPC ruby can be improved, the ongoing Super Rugby season and Ryan Fox's golf prowess. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 15 Jun 2025 03:34:19 Z Leon Busby: US correspondent on the NHL finals, the NBA finals and the NCAA players pay ruling /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/leon-busby-us-correspondent-on-the-nhl-finals-the-nba-finals-and-the-ncaa-players-pay-ruling/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/leon-busby-us-correspondent-on-the-nhl-finals-the-nba-finals-and-the-ncaa-players-pay-ruling/ This week, US sports correspondent Leon Busby joined Piney to recap the action from the States, including the NHL finals, the NBA finals and the NCAA players pay ruling. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 15 Jun 2025 03:20:28 Z Full Show Podcast: 15 June 2025 /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-15-june-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-15-june-2025/ Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 15 June. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. Sun, 15 Jun 2025 03:12:33 Z Daryl Gibson: former All Black on new role with New Zealand Cricket /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/daryl-gibson-former-all-black-on-new-role-with-new-zealand-cricket/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/daryl-gibson-former-all-black-on-new-role-with-new-zealand-cricket/ Former All Black Daryl Gibson has jumped the fence and taken up a new role - within a different sport. Gibson is set to become the new Chief High Performance Officer for New Zealand Cricket, effective from next month.  He joined Piney to discuss what drew him to the role. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 15 Jun 2025 03:11:42 Z The Panel: How can we fix NPC Rugby? /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/the-panel-how-can-we-fix-npc-rugby/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/the-panel-how-can-we-fix-npc-rugby/ This week on Piney's rugby panel, Northland rugby commentator Steve Harris and Tasman Mako longtime backer Shane Drummond joined in on a discussion about whether NPC rugby can be fixed - and how to go about doing that. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 15 Jun 2025 02:54:17 Z Daniel Rona: Chiefs midfielder on the team beating the Brumbies and making it to the final /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/daniel-rona-chiefs-midfielder-on-the-team-beating-the-brumbies-and-making-it-to-the-final/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/daniel-rona-chiefs-midfielder-on-the-team-beating-the-brumbies-and-making-it-to-the-final/ The Chiefs' man with the golden boot is finding his feet at the right time as another Super Rugby final looms. First-five Damian McKenzie was instrumental in the Chiefs semi-final win over the Brumbies, scoring 22 points to set up a final with the Crusaders in Christchurch.  Chiefs midfielder Daniel Rona joined Piney to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 15 Jun 2025 02:40:15 Z Graeme Agars: Golf Correspondent recaps day 2 of the US Golf Open at Oakmont /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/graeme-agars-golf-correspondent-recaps-day-2-of-the-us-golf-open-at-oakmont/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/graeme-agars-golf-correspondent-recaps-day-2-of-the-us-golf-open-at-oakmont/ Play has officially been suspended for the day at the US golf Open major, due to dangerous weather and darkness.  Thirteen players did not complete their second rounds, among them currently sixth-placed South African Thriston Lawrence, who's on his last hole.  Sam Burns leads by one shot on three-under-par after firing the low round of the championship, a brilliant five-under 65.  Our golf correspondent Graeme Agars joined Piney to recap all the carnage that's occurred over the first two days.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 14 Jun 2025 03:59:31 Z Alex Powell: NZ Herald Sports Journalist on Liam Lawson's practice times for the Canadian Grand Prix /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/alex-powell-nz-herald-sports-journalist-on-liam-lawsons-practice-times-for-the-canadian-grand-prix/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/alex-powell-nz-herald-sports-journalist-on-liam-lawsons-practice-times-for-the-canadian-grand-prix/ Kiwi Formula One driver Liam Lawson's hoping his form in practice can translate into qualifying overnight at the Canadian Grand Prix.  He's logged two top 10 finishes in practice, finishing 8th and 10th respectively on the first day of the race weekend.  Qualifying for the Canadian Grand Prix is tomorrow morning.  NZ Herald Sports Journalist Alex Powell joined Piney to recap Lawson’s impressive day.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 14 Jun 2025 03:48:16 Z Sonny Bill Williams: Kiwi boxer on his animosity with Paul Gallen ahead of their fight /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/sonny-bill-williams-kiwi-boxer-on-his-animosity-with-paul-gallen-ahead-of-their-fight/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/sonny-bill-williams-kiwi-boxer-on-his-animosity-with-paul-gallen-ahead-of-their-fight/ Sonny Bill Williams’ focus is remaining on the much-anticipated bout against Paul Gallen.  Animosity has been building between the two former rugby players turned boxers, with Williams even claiming Gallen thinks he’s above Polynesians.  He joined Piney in studio to discuss his preparations for the fight, and the tensions between him and his opponent.   “I think the reason this grudge match is so big is because of, y’know, the animosity that’s been brewing for the last ten years,” Williams said.  “Every opportunity he has, he’s taking digs at me.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 14 Jun 2025 03:31:50 Z Full Show Podcast: 14 June 2025 /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-14-june-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-14-june-2025/ On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 14th June 2025, the Crusaders are heading back to the Super Rugby Finals. David Havili reflects on their semifinal victory over the Blues.  Principal of Rongotai College, Kevin Carter is on to discuss if students are returning for year 14 just to play sport.  And Sonny Bill Williams is in studio as he prepares for his fight against Paul Gallen.  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  Sat, 14 Jun 2025 03:12:30 Z Kevin Carter: Rongotai College Principal on year 14s playing on school sports teams /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/kevin-carter-rongotai-college-principal-on-year-14s-playing-on-school-sports-teams/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/kevin-carter-rongotai-college-principal-on-year-14s-playing-on-school-sports-teams/ Marlborough Boy’s College has made headlines once more, this time for the number of “year 14s” in its First XV team.  One of the top rugby schools in the South Island, the team has five year 14 students playing this season.  It’s led to debates around eligibility for school sports, and raised questions about the integrity of the Miles Totora Premiership.  Rongotai College Principal Kevin Carter joined Piney to discuss what schools are doing to try keep a level playing field.   “[Returning for year 14] has to be about the academics,” he told Piney.  “I’d hate to think that there were schools out there encouraging students to come back solely to boost their sports teams.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 14 Jun 2025 02:58:53 Z Nick Bewley: Crusaders Commentator recaps the semifinal clash against the Blues /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/nick-bewley-crusaders-commentator-recaps-the-semifinal-clash-against-the-blues/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/nick-bewley-crusaders-commentator-recaps-the-semifinal-clash-against-the-blues/ The Crusaders are into another Super Rugby final after defeating the Blues 21-14.  Will Jordan scored the deciding try in the 70th minute of the semi-final in Christchurch after scores were locked at 14-all at halftime.  Crusaders Commentator joined Piney to recap the clash.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 14 Jun 2025 02:47:17 Z David Havili: Crusaders Captain on the team hosting the Super Rugby Pacific final /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/david-havili-crusaders-captain-on-the-team-hosting-the-super-rugby-pacific-final/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/david-havili-crusaders-captain-on-the-team-hosting-the-super-rugby-pacific-final/ The Crusaders feel last season's pain has been this season's gain.  And for seasons to come.  The perennial Super Rugby contenders have shrugged off the agony of missing the finals in 2024, to now be hosting this year's final.  Crusaders captain David Havili says last year's suffering was worth it.  He told Piney it wasn’t ideal at the time, but there were huge learnings to come of it, which has set them up for this year and the years to come.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 14 Jun 2025 02:39:35 Z James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on the Super Rugby finals, the Warriors, the All Whites and the NBA /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-the-super-rugby-finals-the-warriors-the-all-whites-and-the-nba/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-the-super-rugby-finals-the-warriors-the-all-whites-and-the-nba/ James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Super Rugby finals, the Warriors, the All Whites and the NBA. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 08 Jun 2025 03:34:35 Z Liv Mackay: Black Foils strategist on the team's 'mixed' weekend performance /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/liv-mackay-black-foils-strategist-on-the-teams-mixed-weekend-performance/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/liv-mackay-black-foils-strategist-on-the-teams-mixed-weekend-performance/ A mixed opening day for the Black Foils at the latest SailGP event in New York. New Zealand finished second, 11th and first in the opening three regattas, to sit fourth in the event standings ahead of tomorrow's second race day. Black Foils strategist Liv Mackay joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 08 Jun 2025 03:24:29 Z Ian Francis: Auckland Cricket CEO on the new changes set to impact Colin Maiden Park /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ian-francis-auckland-cricket-ceo-on-the-new-changes-set-to-impact-colin-maiden-park/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ian-francis-auckland-cricket-ceo-on-the-new-changes-set-to-impact-colin-maiden-park/ Auckland Cricket is looking to make some changes and take the first steps towards leaving Eden Park. The cricket association will seek permission from the Ōrākei Local Board to get Colin Maiden Park in St Johns redeveloped - and if approved, they'll leave Eden Park. Auckland Cricket CEO Ian Francis joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 08 Jun 2025 03:14:44 Z Full Show Podcast: 08 June 2025 /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-08-june-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-08-june-2025/ Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 8 June. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. Sun, 08 Jun 2025 03:12:30 Z Cory Jane: Hurricanes assistant coach on the team's loss to the Brumbies /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/cory-jane-hurricanes-assistant-coach-on-the-teams-loss-to-the-brumbies/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/cory-jane-hurricanes-assistant-coach-on-the-teams-loss-to-the-brumbies/ Heartbreak for the Hurricanes after being knocked out of the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs by the Brumbies in Canberra. The team led midway through the first half, before the Brumbies took control and kept their noses in front for the rest of the contest, holding on to win 35-28. Hurricanes assistant coach Cory Jane joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 08 Jun 2025 03:07:28 Z Greg Feek: Blues assistant coach on the team's victory over the Chiefs /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/greg-feek-blues-assistant-coach-on-the-teams-victory-over-the-chiefs/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/greg-feek-blues-assistant-coach-on-the-teams-victory-over-the-chiefs/ The Blues have flipped the Super Rugby title race on its head with a stunning 20-19 win over the Chiefs in their playoff in Hamilton. The sixth seed have stolen victory after replacement lock Josh Beehre stretched out to score with time up on the clock. The result means the Blues face the Crusaders in Christchurch in next weekend's semi-final, while the Chiefs host the Brumbies, after the Australian side held off the Hurricanes 35-28 in Canberra.  Blues assistant coach Greg Feek joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 08 Jun 2025 02:56:06 Z Andrew Webster: Warriors coach on the team's 40-10 thumping of the Sharks /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/andrew-webster-warriors-coach-on-the-teams-40-10-thumping-of-the-sharks/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/andrew-webster-warriors-coach-on-the-teams-40-10-thumping-of-the-sharks/ The Warriors have consolidated their place in the NRL's top four with a 40-10 thumping of the Sharks in Sydney. They scored seven tries, including five in a second half blitz where the Sharks were held scoreless.  The Warriors were only ahead 12-10 at the break  - and coach Andrew Webster joined Piney to discuss the action. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 08 Jun 2025 02:41:39 Z James Marshall: Crusaders Assistant Coach on their victory over the Queensland Reds /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-marshall-crusaders-assistant-coach-on-their-victory-over-the-queensland-reds/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-marshall-crusaders-assistant-coach-on-their-victory-over-the-queensland-reds/ The Crusaders have recorded their 30th consecutive home playoff win, beating the Queensland Reds 32-12 to advance to next week's Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals.  The hosts led from the jump and out-classed the Reds five tries to two – Ethan Blackadder's 69th minute yellow card for a high tackle rendered meaningless.  Assistant Coach James Marshall joined Piney to unpack their victory.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 07 Jun 2025 03:41:51 Z Full Show Podcast: 07 June 2025 /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-07-june-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-07-june-2025/ On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 7th June 2025, Rob Walter has been announced as the new Black Caps coach, taking over from Gary Stead, and he joined Piney to discuss what he hopes to achieve in the job.  The Crusaders have advanced to the Super Rugby semifinals with a win over the Reds in Christchurch. Assistant Coach James Marshall unpacked the victory.  And the All Whites are shaping up for a big week of internationals. They play Cote d'Ivoire tomorrow and Ukraine on Wednesday – defender Michael Boxall joined to preview their big week   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  Sat, 07 Jun 2025 03:22:35 Z Jack Mesley: Super Rugby Pacific CEO on the finals format, season's progression /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jack-mesley-super-rugby-pacific-ceo-on-the-finals-format-seasons-progression/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jack-mesley-super-rugby-pacific-ceo-on-the-finals-format-seasons-progression/ With the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs upon us, questions have once again been raised about the format.  This year saw the introduction of the ‘lucky loser’ format, in which the three winners from the Qualifying Finals will be joined in the Semi-Finals by the highest-seeded losing team.  CEO Jack Mesley joined Piney to discuss the format, and how the regular season went from his perspective.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 07 Jun 2025 03:20:40 Z Rob Walter: New Black Caps coach on his plan for the role /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/rob-walter-new-black-caps-coach-on-his-plan-for-the-role/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/rob-walter-new-black-caps-coach-on-his-plan-for-the-role/ Newly appointed Black Caps head coach Rob Walter is confident he can encourage non-contracted players to appear in key matches for New Zealand.  Top talent such as Kane Williamson and Trent Boult have rejected national contracts in favour of lucrative T-20 franchise opportunities around the globe.  Walter wants to give the elite echelon the freedom to do both – but with the Black Cap always coming first.  He joined Jason Pine to discuss his plans for the role, and what he hopes to achieve.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 07 Jun 2025 03:09:50 Z Tom Walsh: Kiwi shotputter on throwing his season-best to claim the Diamond League title in Rome /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/tom-walsh-kiwi-shotputter-on-throwing-his-season-best-to-claim-the-diamond-league-title-in-rome/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/tom-walsh-kiwi-shotputter-on-throwing-his-season-best-to-claim-the-diamond-league-title-in-rome/ Shot putter Tom Walsh feels he's heading in the right direction following his Diamond League triumph in Rome.  The world indoor champion won with his first throw of the competition, reaching a season-best 21.89 metres.  Walsh says it's not often he wins with his initial heave.  He told Jason Pine he had a mixed bag of throws, but he wanted to have a crack at throwing a long way, and that’s exactly what he managed to do.  “Good step in the right direction.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 07 Jun 2025 02:35:38 Z Gary D’Amato: Wisconsin.Golf Senior writer recaps the first two rounds of the US Women's Open golf major /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/gary-d-amato-wisconsingolf-senior-writer-recaps-the-first-two-rounds-of-the-us-womens-open-golf-major/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/gary-d-amato-wisconsingolf-senior-writer-recaps-the-first-two-rounds-of-the-us-womens-open-golf-major/ Dangerous weather and then darkness has forced an end to play on day two of the US Women's Open golf major in Wisconsin.  A number of players were still on the course at Erin Hills, so they'll resume overnight.  Kiwi great Dame Lydia Ko's managed to finish her second round but is eight shots off the pace on even par, with the projected cut line on two over.  Ko's carded a one-under 71 and is sitting in a tie for 37th.  Senior writer for Wisconsin.Golf, Gary D’Amato joined Piney to recap the first two rounds of the major.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 31 May 2025 03:21:42 Z Dylan Cleaver: Host of The Bounce on Gary Stead's successor as Black Caps coach /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/dylan-cleaver-host-of-the-bounce-on-gary-steads-successor-as-black-caps-coach/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/dylan-cleaver-host-of-the-bounce-on-gary-steads-successor-as-black-caps-coach/ While the race to succeed outgoing Black Caps coach Gary Stead narrows down to the final candidates, it's one name that was missing from the interview sheet that's sparked intrigue.  九一星空无限talk ZB understands former New Zealand batter and multiple domestic championship-winning coach Peter Fulton failed to get a hearing.  The host of The Bounce podcast, Dylan Cleaver told Jason Pine that Fulton ticked all the boxes to at least get an interview after his success with Canterbury.  He and Piney broke down Stead’s legacy as coach and who may wind up with the role now.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 31 May 2025 03:15:26 Z Full Show Podcast: 31 May 2025 /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-31-may-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-31-may-2025/ On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast 31st May 2025, abuse of referees in club sport has hit the headlines with Horowhenua-Kapiti RFU threatening to cancel games if it doesn't stop. CEO Corey Kennett joined Piney to discuss what has caused them to take such drastic action.  The shortlist for the Black Caps coaching role is out, and it’s clear Gary Stead’s time as coach is coming to an end. Award winning sportswriter and cricket expert Dylan Cleaver joins Piney to discuss the potential other candidates, and what Gary has done for the team in his seven years in charge.  And Tim Southee has a new job in England – he joined Piney to discuss what he's up to.  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  Sat, 31 May 2025 03:12:36 Z Tim Southee: Former Black Cap on his new role skills consultant for the England cricket team /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/tim-southee-former-black-cap-on-his-new-role-skills-consultant-for-the-england-cricket-team/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/tim-southee-former-black-cap-on-his-new-role-skills-consultant-for-the-england-cricket-team/ Tim Southee has started his post-playing career, signing on to be a skills consultant for the England cricket team.  He’s working alongside former captain Brendon McCullum.  Piney caught up with Southee to see how the new gig is going.  “It's a different kind of buzz you get to when you're playing, but it's certainly, certainly a nice feeling when you when you work with someone and you see them go out and do well.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 31 May 2025 03:07:54 Z Corey Kennett: Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union CEO on their drastic measures to combat referee abuse /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/corey-kennett-horowhenua-k%C4%81piti-rugby-union-ceo-on-their-drastic-measures-to-combat-referee-abuse/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/corey-kennett-horowhenua-k%C4%81piti-rugby-union-ceo-on-their-drastic-measures-to-combat-referee-abuse/ The Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union has taken the unprecedented step of threatening to cancel senior club rugby matches in response to escalating abuse towards match officials.  Club referees are all volunteers, and CEO Corey Kennett says there’s been a slow and constant downward spiral in the treatment of officials.   He joined Piney to discuss what’s led to the club taking such drastic measures.  “Nobody wants this, so it’s a real combined approach to try and combat it.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 31 May 2025 03:01:31 Z James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on Auckland FC's loss, the Chiefs' win and the Indianapolis 500 /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-auckland-fcs-loss-the-chiefs-win-and-the-indianapolis-500/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-auckland-fcs-loss-the-chiefs-win-and-the-indianapolis-500/ James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Auckland FC's loss, the Chiefs' win and the Indianapolis 500. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 25 May 2025 03:27:15 Z Wayne Goldsmith: coaching expert on how to turn a team into a cohesive unit in a limited timeframe /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/wayne-goldsmith-coaching-expert-on-how-to-turn-a-team-into-a-cohesive-unit-in-a-limited-timeframe/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/wayne-goldsmith-coaching-expert-on-how-to-turn-a-team-into-a-cohesive-unit-in-a-limited-timeframe/ Coaching expert Wayne Goldsmith joined Piney to reveal how a team can turn into a cohesive unit in a limited timeframe. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 25 May 2025 03:23:18 Z Andrew Parsons: International Paralympic Committee President on his experience with New Zealand /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/andrew-parsons-international-paralympic-committee-president-on-his-experience-with-new-zealand/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/andrew-parsons-international-paralympic-committee-president-on-his-experience-with-new-zealand/ The  International Paralympic Committee President recently took a tour of New Zealand to see what the nation had to offer - and he joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 25 May 2025 03:19:01 Z Roger Randle: Chiefs assistant coach on the side beating Moana Pasifika /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/roger-randle-chiefs-assistant-coach-on-the-side-beating-moana-pasifika/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/roger-randle-chiefs-assistant-coach-on-the-side-beating-moana-pasifika/ Moana Pasifika's Super Rugby playoff hopes have taken a tumble after a 85-7 trouncing at the hands of leaders the Chiefs in Hamilton. Moana shipped 13 tries on their way to the third heaviest loss in the competition history. Chiefs assistant coach Roger Randle joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 25 May 2025 03:13:17 Z Full Show Podcast: 25 May 2025 /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-25-may-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-25-may-2025/ Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 25 May. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. Sun, 25 May 2025 03:12:29 Z Paul Ifill: former footballer on Auckland FC's loss to Melbourne Victory /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/paul-ifill-former-footballer-on-auckland-fcs-loss-to-melbourne-victory/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/paul-ifill-former-footballer-on-auckland-fcs-loss-to-melbourne-victory/ There's shock and heartbreak among Auckland sports fans after Auckland FC loses out on the Grand Final. The competition newcomers have been denied a trip to the grand final in their first year, beaten 2-1 on aggregate by Melbourne Victory. Former footballer Paul Ifill joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 25 May 2025 02:49:26 Z Lewi Brown: former Warrior ahead of the team's clash against the Canberra Raiders /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/lewi-brown-former-warrior-ahead-of-the-teams-clash-against-the-canberra-raiders/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/lewi-brown-former-warrior-ahead-of-the-teams-clash-against-the-canberra-raiders/ The Warriors aren't talking about Las Vegas revenge ahead of this afternoon's NRL encounter with Canberra at Mt Smart. 13 weeks on from a humbling 30 points to 8 first round loss to the Raiders in Sin City, the Warriors have risen to second on the table, with the Raiders in third spot. Former player Lewi Brown joined Piney ahead of the match. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 25 May 2025 02:43:14 Z Jacob Spoonley: Sky Sports analyst ahead of Auckland FC's clash against the Melbourne Victory /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jacob-spoonley-sky-sports-analyst-ahead-of-auckland-fcs-clash-against-the-melbourne-victory/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jacob-spoonley-sky-sports-analyst-ahead-of-auckland-fcs-clash-against-the-melbourne-victory/ It's a big night for Kiwi football fans, as Auckland FC heads into one of the most anticipated matches of the season. Sky Sports analyst Jacob Spoonley joined Piney to look back on the season. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 24 May 2025 04:16:44 Z Mike Gray: GoMedia Managing Director ahead of the Auckland FC semi-final /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mike-gray-gomedia-managing-director-ahead-of-the-auckland-fc-semi-final/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mike-gray-gomedia-managing-director-ahead-of-the-auckland-fc-semi-final/ As Auckland FC gear up for their clash against the Melbourne Victory, GoMedia Managing Director joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 24 May 2025 04:11:17 Z Mark Wedderall: Canterbury Car Club general manager on Supercars making its debut in Christchurch for the first time /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mark-wedderall-canterbury-car-club-general-manager-on-supercars-making-its-debut-in-christchurch-for-the-first-time/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mark-wedderall-canterbury-car-club-general-manager-on-supercars-making-its-debut-in-christchurch-for-the-first-time/ There's excitement among Christchurch-based racing fans as the Supercars circuit looks to make its debut in Christchurch for the first time. Canterbury Car Club general manager Mark Wedderall joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 24 May 2025 04:06:36 Z Adam Peacock: Australian correspondent on Auckland FC, Ange Postecoglou, and the NRL /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/adam-peacock-australian-correspondent-on-auckland-fc-ange-postecoglou-and-the-nrl/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/adam-peacock-australian-correspondent-on-auckland-fc-ange-postecoglou-and-the-nrl/ Australian correspondent Adam Peacock joined Piney to discuss Auckland FC, Ange Postecoglou, and the NRL season. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 24 May 2025 04:01:06 Z Tamaiti Williams: Crusaders prop on the team's win over the Highlanders /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/tamaiti-williams-crusaders-prop-on-the-teams-win-over-the-highlanders/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/tamaiti-williams-crusaders-prop-on-the-teams-win-over-the-highlanders/ A late game gamble has paid off for the Crusaders during their 15-12 Super Rugby win over the Highlanders in Christchurch. Down 12-10 inside the final 10 minutes, the Crusaders turned down a chance kick a penalty goal and take the lead, instead opting for a line-out. Prop Tamaiti Williams joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 24 May 2025 03:58:20 Z Alex Paulsen: Auckland FC goalkeeper ahead of the semi-final clash against Melbourne Victory /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/alex-paulsen-auckland-fc-goalkeeper-ahead-of-the-semi-final-clash-against-melbourne-victory/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/alex-paulsen-auckland-fc-goalkeeper-ahead-of-the-semi-final-clash-against-melbourne-victory/ Auckland FC goal-keeper Alex Paulsen has been feeling the pressure ahead of the team's clash against the Melbourne Victory. The winner will advance to the grand final, with the Black Knights in the box seat by holding a one-goal advantage. Paulsen joined Piney to discuss further - and to look back on an 'awesome' season for the team. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 24 May 2025 03:48:50 Z Nick Becker and Terry McFlynn: Auckland FC CEO and Director of Football ahead of tonight's semi-final against the Melbourne Victory /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/nick-becker-and-terry-mcflynn-auckland-fc-ceo-and-director-of-football-ahead-of-tonights-semi-final-against-the-melbourne-victory/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/nick-becker-and-terry-mcflynn-auckland-fc-ceo-and-director-of-football-ahead-of-tonights-semi-final-against-the-melbourne-victory/ All eyes will be on Auckland FC - as the Kiwi side gears up to face off against the Melbourne Victory at Mt Smart this evening. The winner will gain passage to the grand final, with the Black Knights in the box seat by holding a one-goal advantage. Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker and Director of Football Terry McFlynn joined in on the discussion with Piney. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 24 May 2025 03:39:04 Z Guillermo May: Auckland FC striker ahead of the A-League semi-final against Melbourne Victory /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/guillermo-may-auckland-fc-striker-ahead-of-the-a-league-semi-final-against-melbourne-victory/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/guillermo-may-auckland-fc-striker-ahead-of-the-a-league-semi-final-against-melbourne-victory/ Auckland FC are unfazed by the weight of expectation in tonight's return leg in their A-League semi-final against Melbourne Victory. The Black Knights are one goal up on aggregate, but top goalscorer Guillermo May says the players are keeping a lid on their excitement. He joined Piney to discuss ahead of the match. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 24 May 2025 03:25:45 Z Full Show Podcast: 24 May 2025 /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-24-may-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-24-may-2025/ Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday 24 May. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. Sat, 24 May 2025 03:12:30 Z James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on Crystal Palace winning the FA Cup, Auckland FC's win, the Warriors' win and Moana Pasifika's win /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-crystal-palace-winning-the-fa-cup-auckland-fcs-win-the-warriors-win-and-moana-pasifikas-win/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-crystal-palace-winning-the-fa-cup-auckland-fcs-win-the-warriors-win-and-moana-pasifikas-win/ This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Crystal Palace winning the FA Cup, Auckland FC's win, the Warriors' win and Moana Pasifika's win. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 18 May 2025 03:48:06 Z Finn Murphy: Para-canoeist ahead of the World Championships in Poland this week /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/finn-murphy-para-canoeist-ahead-of-the-world-championships-in-poland-this-week/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/finn-murphy-para-canoeist-ahead-of-the-world-championships-in-poland-this-week/ Ahead of the World Championships, para-canoeist Finn Murphy joined Piney to discuss the Poland event. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 18 May 2025 03:44:23 Z Graeme Agars: international sports reporter on Ryan Fox's progress at the PGA Championship in Charlotte /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/graeme-agars-international-sports-reporter-on-ryan-foxs-progress-at-the-pga-championship-in-charlotte/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/graeme-agars-international-sports-reporter-on-ryan-foxs-progress-at-the-pga-championship-in-charlotte/ An up and down round for Kiwi Ryan Fox, but he remains on track for a top-20 finish at the PGA Championship in Charlotte. Fox has carded a third round one-over 72, mixing six bogeys with five birdies to be tied 17th and three-under for the tournament. Fox has had 14 birdies at the tournament - fourth equal - but has made 11 bogeys. Reporter Graeme Agars joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 18 May 2025 03:34:54 Z