/on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/rss ¾ÅÒ»ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:46:26 Z en /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/leon-busby-us-sports-correspondent-discusses-nba-college-football-nfl/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/leon-busby-us-sports-correspondent-discusses-nba-college-football-nfl/ US Sport correspondent Leon Busby joins Jason Pine to review the latest sporting news from the States.  NBA Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison was fired recently after arguably the worst trade in NBA history, getting rid of Luka Doncic. College football is into its final week of the regular season, and the latest rankings were released with the defending national champion, Ohio State Buckeyes and the Indiana Hoosiers taking the top spots.  And in the NFL the Cleveland Browns vs San Francisco 49er matchup has been highlighted as one to watch.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 30 Nov 2025 02:25:31 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-30-november-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-30-november-2025/ Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 30 November. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. Sun, 30 Nov 2025 02:12:33 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jacob-spoonley-football-commentator-and-former-player-discusses-phoenixs-surprise-win-previews-auckland-fc-game/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jacob-spoonley-football-commentator-and-former-player-discusses-phoenixs-surprise-win-previews-auckland-fc-game/ Wellington Phoenix have secured a surprise win over Adelaide United, lifting them to 6th in the A-League.  An early goal from Alex Rufer and a penalty from Ramy Najjarine helped the team secure a 2-1 victory over the South Australian side.  And tonight Auckland FC take on the Newcastle Jets at the Go Media Stadium, where a win would take them to the top of the table.  Football commentator Jacob Spoonley joined Jason Pine to review the Phoenix's game, and preview Auckland FC's match. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 30 Nov 2025 02:01:55 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-sports-broadcaster-analyses-indian-backed-t20-competition-in-nz/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-sports-broadcaster-analyses-indian-backed-t20-competition-in-nz/ 22 years on from cricket introducing the shortest format, T20 has become the vehicle in which the sport is growing around the world, and New Zealand is next to be added to the list of countries that partake in the franchise.  The franchise led by the Indian Premier League has expanded to nations such as England, Australia, Pakistan, the West Indies and South Africa. But not everyone is happy about the proposed league, as key members of New Zealand's cricketing world butt heads over whether or not the league should come to New Zealand. Sports broadcaster James McOnie joins Jason Pine to analyse the drama and share his personal thoughts on the introduction of T20 in New Zealand.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 30 Nov 2025 01:37:23 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ish-sodhi-black-caps-spinner-celebrates-his-first-ever-first-class-century/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ish-sodhi-black-caps-spinner-celebrates-his-first-ever-first-class-century/ Black Caps spinner Ish Sodhi is celebrating his first 'first-class century' after defeating Otago in Dunedin. Sodhi made an unbeaten 108 as Canterbury racked up 501 for 7, on day two of their Plunket Shield match. Ish Sodhi joined Jason Pine to review his achievement, and discuss what it means to him and the team. LISTEN ABOVE  Sun, 30 Nov 2025 01:21:35 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/michael-campbell-2005-us-golf-open-champion-discusses-new-documentary-on-his-career-releasing-tonight/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/michael-campbell-2005-us-golf-open-champion-discusses-new-documentary-on-his-career-releasing-tonight/ A documentary about Golfing legend Michael Campbell's career is set to release tonight.  The Kiwi won the 2005 US Golf Open, and continued to play at the highest levels till 2015, when he retired. However, he has since been playing on the Legends Tour where he tied for 14th in 2025.  Campbell sat down with Jason Pine to discuss the documentary and reflect on his career in the world of professional golf.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 30 Nov 2025 01:03:16 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/rob-walter-black-caps-coach-discusses-upcoming-nz-test-series/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/rob-walter-black-caps-coach-discusses-upcoming-nz-test-series/ The Black Caps are looking ahead to the next test series.  A three-test series is coming up against The West Indies before Christmas, starting on Tuesday in Christchurch, and then test matches at the Basin Reserve in Wellington and Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui before Christmas. Black Caps coach Rob Walter told Jason Pine that he's hopeful heading into the series, stating that, 'you're building on the positivity and the confidence from one format to the next.' LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 30 Nov 2025 00:09:55 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/nick-shan-the-ra-s-asia-pacific-assistant-director-on-the-women-s-amateur-asia-pacific-championship-and-academy/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/nick-shan-the-ra-s-asia-pacific-assistant-director-on-the-women-s-amateur-asia-pacific-championship-and-academy/ Royal Wellington Golf Club will host the eighth edition of the Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific championship from 12-15 February 2026, bringing together the region's elite women amateur golfers competing for starts in three major championships.  Developed by The R&A and Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation, the prestigious championship provides a pathway to the international stage.  Beyond the elite competition, the championship continues its vision to support the development of world-class players in countries throughout the region via the Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific Academy.  Nick Shan, The R&A’s Asia Pacific Assistant Director, joined the show to discuss what's going on at the academy.  “These are experiences money can’t buy.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 29 Nov 2025 02:23:01 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-29-november-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-29-november-2025/ On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 29th November 2025, could New Zealand be the host for the 2034 Commonwealth Games? The NZOC have committed to exploring the possibility and CEO Nicki Nicol joined Piney to chat about whether it would be possible.  The All Blacks off season reviews are underway, with an added eye on the coaching staff. Coaching guru Wayne Goldsmith discussed what goes on in coaching reviews.  And NZ cricket icon Mark Greatbatch has a new role: he's been named President of New Zealand Cricket. He joined the show to discuss his new role and some of his iconic moments.  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, 29 Nov 2025 02:12:35 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mark-greatbatch-new-zealand-cricket-icon-on-his-career-taking-up-the-president-position-at-nz-cricket/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mark-greatbatch-new-zealand-cricket-icon-on-his-career-taking-up-the-president-position-at-nz-cricket/ Kiwi cricket icon Mark Greatbatch has a new role: President of New Zealand Cricket.  His career in the sport included iconic knocks such as saving a draw against Australia at the WACA in 1989, batting for 11 hours, and pioneering the pinch hitting role at the top of the ODI batting order.  Greatbatch joined Piney to discuss his new role and some of his iconic cricketing moments.   “In this role you’ve got to listen and see what the pulse of the game is. There’s some really exciting and challenging at the same time things happening in world cricket at the moment.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 29 Nov 2025 02:05:14 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/wayne-goldsmith-coaching-guru-discusses-the-all-blacks-and-what-goes-on-in-a-coaching-review/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/wayne-goldsmith-coaching-guru-discusses-the-all-blacks-and-what-goes-on-in-a-coaching-review/ With the conclusion of the 2025 All Blacks season, it’s time for some scrutiny.  The year was filled with a mixed bag of performances, all of which will be analysed in the end of year reviews.  Coaching guru Wayne Goldsmith told Piney the question is whether what we're seeing is a team building towards greatness in two years, or a team that’s lost the plot.   Once that’s been nailed down, he says, that’s when you figure out what needs to be changed, when, and how you’ll know if that works.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 29 Nov 2025 01:45:58 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/nicki-nicol-new-zealand-olympic-committee-ceo-on-the-interest-in-hosting-the-2034-commonwealth-games/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/nicki-nicol-new-zealand-olympic-committee-ceo-on-the-interest-in-hosting-the-2034-commonwealth-games/ The New Zealand Olympic Committee are welcoming the flexibility that comes with potentially hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2034.  They've declared an expression of interest to bring the event to the country for the first time since 1990 in Auckland, with the recent scaling back of the event making it a more attractive proposition.  NZOC CEO Nicki Nicol told Piney it would be a fantastic opportunity, not just for the athletes, but also for the fans and the country.  “I can remember 1990 and how it lifted the country.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 29 Nov 2025 01:36:51 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-23-november-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-23-november-2025/ Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 23 November. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. Sun, 23 Nov 2025 02:12:30 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-the-all-blacks-beating-out-wales-the-start-of-the-ashes-and-the-marlborough-sports-awards/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-the-all-blacks-beating-out-wales-the-start-of-the-ashes-and-the-marlborough-sports-awards/ James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the All Blacks beating out Wales, the start of the Ashes and the Marlborough Sports awards. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 23 Nov 2025 02:10:33 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mick-akers-las-vegas-sportswriter-on-the-f1-las-vegas-grand-prix/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mick-akers-las-vegas-sportswriter-on-the-f1-las-vegas-grand-prix/ The precipitation appears to be in the rear view mirror for this afternoon's Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix. It comes after Liam Lawson had to overcome the rain during qualifying, staying composed to start sixth on the grid.  Las Vegas sportswriter Mick Akers joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 23 Nov 2025 02:05:44 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/greg-mcleod-kiwis-doctor-on-eli-katoa-missing-the-2026-nrl-season-following-brain-surgery/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/greg-mcleod-kiwis-doctor-on-eli-katoa-missing-the-2026-nrl-season-following-brain-surgery/ Melbourne Storm star Eli Katoa is set to miss the 2026 NRL season, as he continues his recovery from head knocks that forced him to have brain surgery. Katoa suffered some head knocks while on test duty with Tonga during the season-ending Pacific Championships. Kiwis doctor Greg McLeod joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 23 Nov 2025 02:00:09 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/adam-peacock-australian-correspondent-on-the-start-of-the-ashes-cricket-series-against-england/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/adam-peacock-australian-correspondent-on-the-start-of-the-ashes-cricket-series-against-england/ Travis Head has delivered a pristine plate of Baz-ball against its creators to lead Australia to a one-nil Ashes cricket series lead over England. Opening the batting due to Usman Khawaja's injury issues, Head smashed a century in 69 deliveries, smashing 123 off 83 balls to help the hosts to the 205-run target. Australian sports correspondent Adam Peacock joined Piney to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 23 Nov 2025 01:52:11 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/gregor-paul-nz-herald-sports-reporter-unpacks-the-all-blacks-overall-2025-performance/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/gregor-paul-nz-herald-sports-reporter-unpacks-the-all-blacks-overall-2025-performance/ The All Blacks finished their 2025 season on a high note, by beating out Wales in Cardiff 52-26. Robertson and his coaching staff have come under increased scrutiny this year, with some questionable performances generating concerns from experts. NZ Herald sports reporter Gregor Paul joined Piney to recap the side's performance for the year. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 23 Nov 2025 01:27:59 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jason-holland-all-blacks-assistant-coach-on-the-all-blacks-beating-wales-in-cardiff-52-26/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jason-holland-all-blacks-assistant-coach-on-the-all-blacks-beating-wales-in-cardiff-52-26/ Mixed emotions from All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland after his final game with the national side - a 52-26 drubbing of Wales in Cardiff. Holland says it's time to move on, but he'll miss the team environment. He joined Piney to look back on his career. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 23 Nov 2025 01:18:24 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ravinder-hunia-ufc-on-sky-host-previews-the-clash-between-dan-hooker-and-arman-tsarukyan/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ravinder-hunia-ufc-on-sky-host-previews-the-clash-between-dan-hooker-and-arman-tsarukyan/ Dan Hooker returns to the Octagon for the first time in over a year.  He’s facing the much-favoured Arman Tsarukyan for a shot at a world title fight.  UFC on Sky host Ravinder Hunia told Piney that Hooker is absolutely the underdog, but that’s nothing new for Kiwi fighters.  Hunia says he’s the underdog for good reasons, as Tsarukyan is on a seven fight win streak, three of them grappling competitions, but Hooker loves to come in and disappoint these wrestlers.   LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 22 Nov 2025 02:33:30 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/daryl-mitchell-black-cap-on-becoming-1-in-the-icc-odi-world-batting-ranking/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/daryl-mitchell-black-cap-on-becoming-1-in-the-icc-odi-world-batting-ranking/ Daryl Mitchell’s seemingly endless good form continues.  After leading the Black Caps to an ODI win over the West Indies with a big century, he moved to #1 in the ODI World Batting Rankings.  He’s just the second New Zealander to top the rankings.   Mitchell told Piney it’s not something you aim for, or think you’ll ever achieve, but it’s very special.   He says it’s something that he’ll probably look back on very fondly at the end of his career, rather than when you’re in the middle of it, trying to do your thing.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 22 Nov 2025 02:26:44 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/alex-cuthburt-former-welsh-winger-previews-the-clash-between-the-all-blacks-and-wales/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/alex-cuthburt-former-welsh-winger-previews-the-clash-between-the-all-blacks-and-wales/ The All Blacks will be looking to bounce back against a Welsh team who can't seem to catch a break.   They've only won two tests since the 2023 Rugby World Cup, both wins coming against Japan this year, and look a long way away from being the team that won the 6 Nations in 2021.   It’s a task made no simpler by the fact that they’re facing a wounded All Blacks side who are looking to exorcise their loss to England.   Former Welsh winger Alex Cuthbert told Piney that if Wales can get a bit of parity in the lineout and scrum, that’s when they’ll be dangerous.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 22 Nov 2025 02:16:48 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-22-november-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-22-november-2025/ On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 22nd November 2025, Don Mackinnon, Chair of the NZ20 establishment committee, joins the show to offer clarity on their hopes for the franchise.   The All Blacks are looking to bounce back this week against Wales – former Welsh winger Alex Cuthbert joined Piney to preview the match and discuss what’s led to the demise of Welsh Rugby.  And it was a chaotic start to the Ashes with 19 wickets falling on the first day. English cricket great Lord Ian Botham recaps the action from Perth.  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, 22 Nov 2025 02:12:32 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ian-botham-english-cricket-great-unpacks-ashes-day-1-previews-day-2/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ian-botham-english-cricket-great-unpacks-ashes-day-1-previews-day-2/ A chaotic opening day of the first Ashes cricket test between Australia and England in Perth has seen 19 wickets fall – the most on the first day of an Ashes test since 1909.  England were bundled out for 172 before Australia were kept to 123 for 9 at stumps – trailing by 49 runs.  The day also saw Australian opener Usman Khawaja forced to bat at number four after being off the field for the end of England's innings with back spasms.  English cricket great Ian Botham told Piney it’s a good day for England, as they have a good lead and could almost wrap it up today.  He says it’s nice to say that England are in charge.   LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 22 Nov 2025 01:49:44 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/adam-peacock-australian-correspondent-on-day-1-of-the-ashes/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/adam-peacock-australian-correspondent-on-day-1-of-the-ashes/ The Ashes have gotten underway in an explosive fashion.  The opening day saw England bundled out for 172 with Aussie paceman Mitchell Starc notching 7 for 58, the tourists responding by keeping the hosts at 123 for 9 at stumps, as captain Ben Stokes took 5 for 23.  England is heading into day two with the upper hand, and intend to keep the pressure on Australia.   Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock told Piney there was some fairly average shot selection from the batters on both teams.  He says that the greatest thing you can have in test cricket is patience, and the batters who are used to playing T20 just can’t help but try hit every ball.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 22 Nov 2025 01:22:43 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/don-mackinnon-sports-lawyer-on-the-push-for-new-zealand-to-have-a-t20-franchise-league/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/don-mackinnon-sports-lawyer-on-the-push-for-new-zealand-to-have-a-t20-franchise-league/ The time is right for New Zealand to join the rest of the world with a privately-backed, franchise Twenty20 league.  That’s the message from Don Mackinnon, the man standing at the front of the group looking to achieve just that.  Some 22 years on from cricket introducing the shortest format, T20 has become the vehicle in which the sport is growing around the world. And, as is the case with sports like football and basketball, strong club-based franchise competitions have proven to be the main driver of that.  Led by the Indian Premier League, established in 2008, the franchise game has slowly but surely expanded to all corners of the cricket-playing world. First to India, then England, Australia, Pakistan, the West Indies, South Africa and so on.  Even non-cricketing strongholds such as the US, Canada and even Nepal have franchise domestic leagues. The only exception to that is New Zealand.  Since the inception of T20 cricket, New Zealand has maintained a domestic competition made up of the six major associations – Auckland, Northern Districts, Wellington, Central Districts, Canterbury and Otago – known as the Super Smash.  However, the lack of any franchise-style model has left the Super Smash outdated.  Instead of operating as NZ Cricket’s (NZC) main driver of revenue, the Super Smash instead operates as a breeding ground for local talent, allowing Kiwi players to develop and step into the Black Caps and White Ferns respectively.  And while that might be beneficial for New Zealand’s national sides, the Super Smash being left off Sky’s new cricket broadcast deal from the start of next summer shows the model, as it stands, is broken.  But, led by Mackinnon, a consortium that includes former Black Caps captain Stephen Fleming and NZ Cricket Players’ Association boss Heath Mills wants to take New Zealand into the franchise world.  The proposed “NZ20″ would involve teams created by the major associations being sold to private owners, and establish a league to be played at the height of the Kiwi summer in January, as early as the start of 2027. It would also provide parity to what has been shown to work around the world.  While the format is still to be finalised, the NZ20 would theoretically be a Kiwi-based league providing New Zealand’s players the opportunity to play a franchise competition at home.  As and when a format is decided, and agreed to by NZ Cricket, the major associations and the players’ association, the NZ20 would revolutionise the sport in Aotearoa.  Speaking to Weekend Sport with Jason Pine, Mackinnon – the chairman of the NZ20 Establishing Committee – explained that while similar attempts to implement a franchise league in New Zealand haven’t materialised, the state of the sport in 2025 has changed that equation.  “If we go back a decade, I was on the board of NZ Cricket,” he said. “We looked at setting up a franchise league back in 2013-14.  “At the time we didn’t think it was viable. But as one highly respected figure put to me, there’s never been more money in the international game of cricket at the moment.  “So many people around the world are excited by it and investing in it, but New Zealand is not part of that.  “I just think the time is right to tweak that model and create something in our domestic league that fans are excited by. The money is there, the interest is there. The timing is perfect.”  Naturally, with this kind of expansion, falsehoods have materialised. For a start, Mackinnon dismisses any notion the NZ20 is a “rebel league”, as suggested when first reported.  Mackinnon concedes “it would be crazy to do this without the support of NZC”.  Earlier this year, the NZ20 Establishing Committee presented the concept to NZC. In turn, two members of the NZC board are also part of the Establishing Committee, at a time when the governing body assesses multiple options as to how to revolutionise... Fri, 21 Nov 2025 23:42:03 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-the-all-blacks-defeat-to-england/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-the-all-blacks-defeat-to-england/ James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the All Blacks' loss to England and the Black Caps' prowess at Hagley Oval. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 16 Nov 2025 02:31:17 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/blair-tarrant-black-sticks-player-on-his-hockey-retirement/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/blair-tarrant-black-sticks-player-on-his-hockey-retirement/ Black Sticks defensive stalwart Blair Tarrant is retiring from international hockey after a career spanning 15 years. He began his career in Dunedin, and walked away having competed in three Olympic Games campaigns,  three World Cups and three Commonwealth Games. He joined Piney to discuss this latest development.  LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 16 Nov 2025 02:25:30 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/chris-jones-bbc-rugby-commentator-on-the-side-beating-the-all-blacks-33-19/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/chris-jones-bbc-rugby-commentator-on-the-side-beating-the-all-blacks-33-19/ The UK has emerged victorious following their morning clash against the All Blacks. The hosts rallied from a 12-nil deficit to deny New Zealand an unbeaten Northern Tour - and walked away with a 33-19 win. BBC rugby commentator Chris Jones joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 16 Nov 2025 02:20:51 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-16-november-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-16-november-2025/ Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 16 November. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. Sun, 16 Nov 2025 02:12:32 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ryan-archibald-former-olympian-on-the-release-of-the-2028-la-olympics-schedule/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/ryan-archibald-former-olympian-on-the-release-of-the-2028-la-olympics-schedule/ The 2028 Olympic schedule has been unveiled and it's inspired debate about what it could mean for New Zealand. Some notable changes include athletics moving to the opening week of competition in Los Angeles and swimming shifting back to the second week. Former Olympian Ryan Archibald joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 16 Nov 2025 02:11:42 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jay-carter-golf-nz-national-coach-on-daniel-hilliers-performance-in-dubai/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jay-carter-golf-nz-national-coach-on-daniel-hilliers-performance-in-dubai/ New Zealand golfer Daniel Hillier is in touch with a packed leaderboard at the season-ending DP World Championship in Dubai. An even-par third round 72 has the Kiwi sitting at nine-under-par, four shots behind joint leaders including Rory McIlroy. Golf NZ national coach Jay Carter joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 16 Nov 2025 02:05:16 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/tamati-ellison-all-blacks-assistant-coach-on-the-all-blacks-loss-to-england/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/tamati-ellison-all-blacks-assistant-coach-on-the-all-blacks-loss-to-england/ There's disappointment among Kiwi fans after the All Blacks got knocked out of the Grand Slam. England has beaten New Zealand 33-19 at Twickenham, dashing hopes of a first Grand Slam since 2010. All Blacks assistant coach Tamati Ellison joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 16 Nov 2025 01:48:21 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jesse-randall-auckland-fc-winger-and-all-white-on-the-derby-win-and-call-up-for-the-national-side/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/jesse-randall-auckland-fc-winger-and-all-white-on-the-derby-win-and-call-up-for-the-national-side/ It was a whirlwind weekend for Jesse Randall.   On the Saturday the Auckland FC winger was the star of the Kiwi derby, tormenting the Wellington Phoenix with his pace, as he made one goal for Sam Cosgrove then scored the second himself, which was decisive in the 2-1 win.  Then, on Sunday morning, he got a phone call from national coach Darren Bazeley, telling him to get ready for a flight to Houston the following day, as a late call-up for the All Whites.  Randall told Piney it came as a bit of a surprise, but a nice one.  “I’m always ready to pick up the phone if it’s being rung by [Bazeley].”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 15 Nov 2025 02:26:36 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-15-november-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-15-november-2025/ On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 15th November 2025, former Black Cap and vastly experienced white ball cricketer Anton Devcich joined Piney to discuss what NZ Cricket needs to do to breathe life back into our domestic T20 scene.  The All Blacks’ Grand Slam hopes remain alive, but they face their biggest test match of the Northern Tour this weekend against England. Former England international Thomas Waldrom offers his thoughts on how important this test is for both nations.  And Chris Lendrum joins to discuss what's next for the Black Ferns after parting ways with Head Coach Allan Bunting.  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, 15 Nov 2025 02:12:33 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/emma-twigg-olympic-rower-on-her-shift-to-coastal-rowing-plans-for-the-2028-olympic-games/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/emma-twigg-olympic-rower-on-her-shift-to-coastal-rowing-plans-for-the-2028-olympic-games/ Emma Twigg is on track for her sixth Olympic Games.   She’s shifted her attention from flat water rowing to coastal rowing, which makes its debut at the 2028 LA Olympic Games.  Last week saw her claim the women’s title at the World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals in Turkey, setting her up for a shot at the 2028 Games.  She told Piney her aim of starting in the sport was to reinvigorate and do something a bit different and challenging.  “If it’s still me winning in LA, then I’d love to be there, and equally, if someone has surpassed me by that stage, then that would be a real win for the sport as well.”   LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 15 Nov 2025 02:08:41 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/chris-lendrum-nzr-general-manager-of-high-performance-on-the-black-ferns-performance-allan-buntings-departure/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/chris-lendrum-nzr-general-manager-of-high-performance-on-the-black-ferns-performance-allan-buntings-departure/ Allan Bunting is departing as Black Ferns coach.  New Zealand Rugby has undertaken a review of the side's programme after their third at the World Cup.  Bunting —who's carried the "Director of Performance" title since 2023— has confirmed he won't apply for the new role.  An appointment is expected by Christmas.  NZ Rugby GM of High Performance, Chris Lendrum told Piney that they’re looking for someone who will take the game forward.  “We didn’t achieve our performance goal at the Rugby World Cup, but everybody could see that the team has flashed it’s brilliance.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 15 Nov 2025 01:55:03 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/thomas-waldrom-former-england-international-previews-the-all-blacks-v-england-clash-at-twickenham/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/thomas-waldrom-former-england-international-previews-the-all-blacks-v-england-clash-at-twickenham/ Tomorrow's mouthwatering England-All Blacks test at Twickenham could decide the visitors' Grand Slam hopes.  After two decisive victories over Ireland and Scotland, the All Blacks are facing England at their home ground.   Former England international Thomas Waldrom told Piney the All Blacks have been trying to do a lot, but it hasn’t been coming off as much.  He says this test is going to be a key one for the team to see what they’re trying to do and whether it will work.   LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 15 Nov 2025 01:40:04 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/anton-devcich-former-black-cap-on-the-revitalisation-and-revamping-of-domestic-t20-cricket/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/anton-devcich-former-black-cap-on-the-revitalisation-and-revamping-of-domestic-t20-cricket/ Moves are underway to investigate how domestic T20 cricket might be revamped here in New Zealand.  Among the suggestions being put forward are a franchise based T20 league, similar to those of many other Tier 1 cricket nations, a New Zealand team entering the Australian Big Bash competition, and a refresh and reinvigoration of our current Super Smash competition.  Former Black Cap and vastly experienced white ball cricketer, Anton Devcich joined Piney to discuss the measures NZ Cricket needs to take to breathe life back into our domestic T20 scene.  In regards to a franchise based league, Devcich 's not entirely sure how well it would work, but he knows that a significant chunk of change would need to be forked out to any team involved.  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 15 Nov 2025 01:26:51 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-the-all-blacks-victory-the-a-league-derby-and-the-pacific-championships-final/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/james-mconie-the-crowd-goes-wild-host-on-the-all-blacks-victory-the-a-league-derby-and-the-pacific-championships-final/ James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the All Blacks' victory over Scotland, the A-League derby and the Pacific Championships final. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 09 Nov 2025 02:30:11 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/owen-eastwood-performance-coach-on-his-podcast-series-examining-the-all-blacks-1924-invincibles/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/owen-eastwood-performance-coach-on-his-podcast-series-examining-the-all-blacks-1924-invincibles/ The first Tairāwhiti rugby stars to grace the world stage emerged with the 1924 Invincibles. It's been over 100 years since the 1924-1925 All Blacks, including fullback Geoge Nepia and halfback Jimmy Mill, were feted as all-conquering warriors after the team sailed into Wellington. Performance coach Owen Eastwood is looking back on this piece of history as part of a new podcast - and he joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 09 Nov 2025 02:15:16 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-09-november-2025/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/full-show-podcast-09-november-2025/ Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 9 November. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. Sun, 09 Nov 2025 02:12:35 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/steve-corica-auckland-fc-coach-on-the-teams-victory-over-the-wellington-phoenix/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/steve-corica-auckland-fc-coach-on-the-teams-victory-over-the-wellington-phoenix/ Auckland FC coach Steve Corica's voicing his disagreement with the first of two red cards they copped - despite prevailing in the opening New Zealand derby of the new season in football's A-League. The visitors were 2-1 victors over the Phoenix in Wellington, but had to survive the sending offs of Dan Hall in the 49th minute and Logan Rogerson in the 79th. Coach Steve Corica joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 09 Nov 2025 02:06:44 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/david-barnes-scottish-rugby-journalist-on-the-all-blacks-defeating-them-25-17/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/david-barnes-scottish-rugby-journalist-on-the-all-blacks-defeating-them-25-17/ Scotland cut it close, but they were ultimately defeated by the All Blacks in Murrayfield. The Kiwi side left with a 25-17 win victory, despite allowing the Scots back into the game after halftime and get back to 17-all. Scottish rugby journalist David Barnes joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 09 Nov 2025 02:01:04 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/scott-hansen-all-blacks-assistant-coach-on-the-all-blacks-beating-out-scotland/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/scott-hansen-all-blacks-assistant-coach-on-the-all-blacks-beating-out-scotland/ In spite of a second half collapse at Murrayfield, the All Blacks will head for London tomorrow with their Grand Slam hopes alive. The 25-17 win against Scotland sees the All Blacks go two from two - despite having a 17-nil halftime lead whittled down in the second spell for the Scots to draw level. All Blacks assistant coach Scott Hansen joined Piney to explain the win. LISTEN ABOVE Sun, 09 Nov 2025 01:35:57 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/leo-takahashi-black-foils-flight-controller-on-the-end-of-the-2025-sail-gp-season/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/leo-takahashi-black-foils-flight-controller-on-the-end-of-the-2025-sail-gp-season/ The Sail GP is returning to Auckland in less than 100 days.  But ahead of that, the Black Foils are looking to finish off their 2025 season by securing their first ever Sail GP Championship title.  Flight Controller Leo Takahashi joined Piney to discuss their preparations for the final and season so far.   “It’s definitely had its ups and downs, but you know, definitely more ups for sure.”  “This back half, it’s just been trying to perform, and you know, the team has gelled, and we’re just trying to find the little bits to eke out.”   LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 08 Nov 2025 02:55:34 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mark-chapman-black-cap-on-his-performance-in-the-second-t20-clash-against-the-west-indies/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/mark-chapman-black-cap-on-his-performance-in-the-second-t20-clash-against-the-west-indies/ The Black Caps escaped a late West Indies charge to win the second T20 cricket international of the five-match series by three runs in Auckland.  The hosts made 207 for five – Mark Chapman excelled with 78 off 28 balls and three catches.  The visitors were struggling at 93 for six in the 13th over, but a flurry saw them require 16 off the last.  Chapman joined Piney to discuss his performance.   “It was just one of those days where the ball seemed to find the middle of the bat and you're just enjoying yourselves.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 08 Nov 2025 02:45:59 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/david-williams-former-wellington-phoenix-attacker-reflects-on-season-with-the-team/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/david-williams-former-wellington-phoenix-attacker-reflects-on-season-with-the-team/ Tonight’s NZ derby has sparked some memories for a former Wellington Phoenix player.   Former attacker David Williams only spent one season in Wellington, but he quickly became a fan favourite in the 2018-2019 season.   He most recently played for Perth Glory and now is looking for his next opportunity.  He joined Piney on the show to chat about where his career has taken him since his Wellington days and to reflect on his time in the capital.  “It’s one of those journeys that I’ve really, really enjoyed. And to this day, my wife and I still speak about my time in Wellington.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 08 Nov 2025 02:39:59 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/lukas-kelly-heald-wellington-phoenix-defender-ahead-of-the-derby-against-auckland-fc/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/lukas-kelly-heald-wellington-phoenix-defender-ahead-of-the-derby-against-auckland-fc/ The Wellington Phoenix are aiming to break their NZ derby duck this weekend as Auckland FC comes to town.   The Phoenix lost all three derby games last year, culminating in a 6-1 humiliation at the hands of their opponents at Mt Smart.  Defender Lukas Kelly-Heald joined Piney to discuss the importance of the Phoenix claiming their first win over the Auckland team.   “We’re really looking forward to an unbeaten start to the season.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 08 Nov 2025 02:23:50 Z /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/francis-de-vries-auckland-fc-defender-previews-the-derby-against-the-wellington-phoenix/ /on-air/weekend-sport-with-jason-pine/audio/francis-de-vries-auckland-fc-defender-previews-the-derby-against-the-wellington-phoenix/ It’s the first NZ football derby of the new A-League season tonight, Auckland FC traveling down to meet the Wellington Phoenix on their home turf.  They’re looking to maintain their undefeated streak against their counterparts, with injury lay-offs on both sides.  Defender Francis De Vries is a key component for Auckland FC, his plays providing ample goal scoring opportunities for the team’s attackers.  He joined Piney for a chat about their plans to nullify the Phoenix’s threat, and delved into how big of a deal a derby is.  “I think it's a fantastic thing for all of New Zealand to have two teams in the competition and two opportunities for Kiwi players to step up and, and show the capabilities that we have in this country.”  LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 08 Nov 2025 02:16:56 Z