All Sport Breakfast Canterbury

The Christchurch Marathon is getting an upgrade for its 50th anniversary.  With a new course and a new naming sponsor in ASICS, next year’s event is expected to be bigger and better than ever.  Race Director Chris Cox joined Lesley Murdoch to chat about the developments, and their ambitious target to have over 10,000 entries for the 2027 race.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/...

Batter Henry Nicholls is looking to kick on from his incredible emergency return to the Black Caps' test side in the five-match one-day cricket international series against the West Indies.  The 34-year-old was brought into the team to bat at number three for the second test against England at The Oval, after Kane Williamson's sudden retirement.  He joined Lesley Murdoch to reflect on th...

Matatu will be aiming to keep their momentum rolling in their next Super Rugby Aupiki clash.  Currently unbeaten, they now face the rapidly improving Hurricanes Poua in Timaru.  Matatu prop Pip Love joined Lesley Murdoch to preview the clash.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shining a spotlight on another Canterbury golf club.  Kaituna Golf Club is a nine hole course just under 50km south of Christchurch, located on the Kaitorete Spit.  It’s open all year round, and with a new irrigation system currently in progress, is in the best shape it has been for many years.  Lesley Murdoch caught up with Club President Peter Miller for a chat.  LISTEN ABOVE...

Matatu have gotten off to a red-hot start in Super Rugby Aupiki – going three for three.  This weekend they’re travelling north to face off against the Chiefs Manawa.  Matatu lock Laura Bayfield joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about her team’s great start to the competition, and what they can expect from their opponents who are yet to win a game this season.  LISTEN ABOVE  See...

The All Blacks are gearing up for their first test of the 2026 season – facing off against France in the first Nations Championship clash at One NZ Stadium.  It’s the first test of Dave Rennie’s tenure as coach, and his first selection held a few surprises.  Former All Black Richard Loe joined Lesley Murdoch to run his eyes across both the All Blacks squad and the French squad and share...

Golfer Garth Galloway joined the All Sport Breakfast to discuss the Charteris Bay Golf Club on Canterbury's Banks Peninsula. A tough nine hole course that looks across all the fabulous vistas that only Canterbury can provide with almost 200 members and only 30 minutes from Christchurch City. Galloway expanded further - and also discussed the ongoing FIFA World Cup. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/...

The Hawke Cup is one of New Zealand’s oldest cricket trophies, dating back to 1910, contested by district (minor) associations rather than the major first-class teams. Author Alec Astle expanded on the history of the Cup, alongside fellow author Murray Brown in the book The Challegers. He joined the All Sport Breakfast to expand further.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

All White Finn Surman's managed to do well in the current FIFA World Cup, and he's hoping the luck will continue. A local out of the Selwyn United Club and Christchurch Boys High School, Surman reflected on his journey to date and the excitement of playing against one of the worlds power houses in Belgium this afternoon. He joined the All Sport Breakfast to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnyst...

The Warriors are set to make their debut in Christchurch's One NZ stadium. A sold-out crowd will greet the team in Christchurch for their NRL game against North Queensland from 4pm. Former rugby league footballer and coach Kevin Walters explained further. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s do or die for the Mainland Tactix, as they face off against the Southern Steel for a spot in the ANZ Premiership Grand Final.  Erikana Pederson and Charlie Bell popped in for a chat with Nick Bewley ahead of Sunday’s semifinal, speaking about the intense atmosphere that is playing in Invercargill in a full house of Steel fans.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Tonight’s battle for the Super Rugby Pacific is set to be tight.  The Hurricanes are hosting the Chiefs at a sold-out Hnry Stadium, hoping to end their 10 year title drought.  Foundation Hurricane and former All Black Jon Preston joined Nick Bewley for a chat ahead of the clash, and is unsurprisingly picking his former team for the win.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listene...

A change of scenery for the Warriors, as they prepare to take on the Queensland Cowboys in their first match at Christchurch’s new One NZ Stadium.  Ahead of the clash, Nick Bewley caught up with a couple of Queensland rugby league legends, Gordon Tallis and Kevin Walters, at the Warriors Legends Lunch.  They talked all things league and the big swing behind the Warriors, as they push for...

Some closest to Kane Williamson's career are taking time to bask in the glory of one of New Zealand's greatest cricketers.  Williamson is immediately retiring from international cricket ahead of New Zealand's second test against England starting Wednesday.  He finishes with the most New Zealand test runs, most centuries and an astonishing average of 54.06.  Gary Stead coached the Bl...

The angst surrounding Pegasus Golf Course continues.   New owner Wolfbrook Properties has signalled plans to fast-track rezoning the land, sparking community concern and a 13 thousand-signature petition to Parliament.  Waimakariri District Council is looking to potentially buy back the course, and while the developer isn’t opposed to selling, it would depend on the deal.  Highly res...

One of New Zealand’s most exciting young basketball coaching prospects is taking another step forward.  Former Junior Tall Black and current Canterbury Rams coach Quinn Clinton has been named an assistant for the NZ Breakers in the 2026/27 Australian NBL season.  He joined Lesley Murdoch to discuss the appointment.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

We’ve reached the business end of the Super Rugby Pacific season, with the qualifying finals now well underway.  Ahead of the Crusaders’ sold-out clash with the Blues at One NZ Stadium, Lesley Murdoch was joined by Crusaders’ Wyatt Crockett, commentator Nick Bewley, and Canterbury Rugby CEO Tony Smail to talk about the finals.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

The Tactix have consolidated their position at the top of the ANZ Premiership ladder, beating the Stars 52-47.  They’ve lost just one game so far this season, sitting just ahead of the second placed Southern Steel.   Lesley Murdoch caught up with Tactix shooter Hannah Glen, who’s back in the red and black after a few years up north, for a chat about life on and off the court and the infl...

After more than four decades in the hospitality industry, Canterbury publican Marty Fuller is firmly established as one of the region’s most recognisable and respected figures.  He’s spent over 40 years in the pub game alongside wife Naomi, building a reputation not just for longevity, but for his connection with the local community and his ability to evolve with a changing industry.  Fr...

A run of form from Christchurch swimming star Robyn Crotty.  She’s fresh off an Australian meet at which she set 12 New Zealand records, including a world-record swim in the 400 metre individual medley.   She backed it up at the 2026 NZ Masters Championships in Auckland, claiming gold in the 400 metre medley (65+), clocking a time of 6:01.54.  Crotty joined Lesley Murdoch to chat ab...

The Tactix took home a gold at the 2026 Canterbury Sports Awards.  They beat out the Crusaders to win the High Performance Sports Team of the Year category.   Kate Agnew, Tactix GM, joined Lesley Murdoch to acknowledge the award and sing the praises of the team.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Golfers in Canterbury are set to lose a key location, with the Pegasus golf course, north of Christchurch, expected to be mowed over.  Townhouse Developer Wolfbrook Property has purchased the town's 18-hole golf course, with plans to carve it up for housing.  The company says the course will be temporarily open, free of charge.  Golf Management+Marketing Director Mike Godinet told L...

Renewed energy for Henry Nicholls on his return to New Zealand's test cricket side for their tour of Ireland and England.  The 34-year-old's part of an extended 19-man squad on the back of 870 runs for Canterbury at an average of 96 in the four-day Plunket Shield competition.  He joined Nick Bewley for a chat about the recall.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

We’re in the thick of the ANZ Premiership, with the Tactix set to host the Stars tomorrow.  They experienced their first loss of the season last week against the Mystics, and will be hoping to bounce back.  Nick Bewley made the trek across town to chat to Australian import Ash Barnett, who’s made a strong start as goalkeep for the Tactix.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/liste...

Football NZ has a new Technical Director.  Canterbury’s Aaron Clapham is stepping down from his role at Mainland Football to take up the role with the national organisation.  He joined Nick Bewley to chat about the shift.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.