All Sport Breakfast Canterbury

Both our men’s and women’s ice hockey teams are lacing up their skates, preparing for the IIHF World Championships in Dunedin.  The women will be hitting the ice from the 14-20th of April, while the men follow suit from April 27th to the 3rd of May.  Ice Fernz star player Jasmine Horner Pascoe joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about the tournament, the excitement it’s bringing to new Zeal...

After a tough couple of weeks, the Crusaders have found themselves at the top of the Super Rugby table.  Their new position came after a hard-won fight with the Hurricanes, claiming the win 31-24.  Head Coach Rob Penney joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about the team’s performance, and the tricky situation around HIAs and yellow cards.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener...

After 12 months in the role as President of Canterbury Golf, Dion Kerr joined Lesley Murdoch to give an update on the progress of the game from a governance angle.  The game is booming, and it appears that things are well on track behind the scenes as well, as Kerr and his team deal with the phenomenal growth across the board.  With thanks to Elmwood Trading Company, Kerr also touched on...

Another Canterbury success story is that of Black Cap Mitch Hay.  Hay came out of the highly regarded Christchurch Boys High School and plays club cricket for the Burnside West.  He joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about what it feels like to play on the international stage with players he idolised when growing up.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

One Kiwi is running in circles to raise money for charity.  Hadani Woodruff is running ten marathons in ten days – all while dressed as a chicken.  She’s raising awareness for Speed Freaks NZ, an organisation that supports recovery from addiction and mental distress.  You can find more information or support her cause here .  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Lincoln College Rugby has been a big part of many rugby players careers over the years, with many going on to represent various provinces around the country and the country itself.   "The Last Autumn Muster of Players" from the 1950-1990 era are gathering over the weekend beginning 23 May to celebrate what was a tremendous period of rugby at the then College.  Andy Owen, one of the organ...

Canterbury and NZ Rugby lost an icon of the game earlier in the week. Grizz coached Canterbury through that now infamous Ranfurly Shield era from 1982 - 1985. Lesley Murdoch has put together a compilation of the era that includes match highlights and interviews from some of the key members of that Canterbury team. LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

St Thomas of Canterbury College have qualified their 8 for the final of the prestigious Maadi Cup up at Lake Karapiro. Principal Steve Hart joined Lesley and spoke about the moment for his school and the work gone in to making it happen. LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Club cricket in Canterbury wraps up today, boss of Metro Cricket is Mike Harvey he joined Lesley to discuss the season overall and what we can expect today in some of the grades that are going right down to the wire in terms of results. LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In association with the Elmwood Trading Company, Stephen Parkyn the CEO of Lamb and Hayward spoke with Lesley about his company's long-term support of golf in Canterbury alongside many other organisations Lamb and Hayward sponsor. Parkyn a keen golfer himself, spoke about his only hole in one to date and what the game of golf has meant to him and his ability to connect with people of all walks of...

There’s an impressive amount of hooking talent in the New Zealand rugby scene.  Former All Black hooker Corey Flynn has taken up a role as a throwing coach, working around the country with young hookers.  He told Lesley Murdoch he’s impressed with what he is seeing, and believes the focus needs to shift to the younger players underneath the Super Rugby squads.  Flynn also spoke abou...

The man who arranges the interviews puts himself up this week, with thanks to the Elmwood Trading Company.  Mike Godinet joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about the form of the NZ professionals playing around the globe, and speaks to the continued growth of the game in Canterbury.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 year old Taha Kemara has been leading the Crusaders around the park with a renewed confidence after a niggly injury and a tough introduction to Super Rugby in 2024.  Kemara spoke openly with Nick Bewley about the season to date, and looks ahead to what's shaping up to be an important run of matches, starting tonight away against the Blues.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listen...

Local cricket umpire David Henderson stands in his 200th club cricket game in Christchurch this weekend.  Henderson, who followed his father into the umpiring role, not only stands out in the middle, but he's also responsible for the recruitment and training of umpires across the Canterbury Cricket region.  Henderson spoke with Lesley Murdoch ahead of the milestone and about his role as...

It’s nearly time to crown the men’s and women’s national softball champions.  Both tournaments are reaching the pointy end, the men competing in Christchurch while the women face off in North Harbour.  Bevan Matene, General Manager of High Performance at Softball NZ, joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about the quality of the game in New Zealand, and what’s in store for our elite players a...

Aiden Berry is after a change of scenery.  Berry is departing from his role as the GM at Clearwater Golf Club – a role he’s held for almost 5 years after a 7 stink at the Pegasus Golf Club.  He’s off to Australia to spend more time with his family, and joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about some of his highlights and challenges he experienced in his time running two high profile Christch...

The Super Rugby Aupiki season is underway.  Matatu tighthead prop Amy Rule joined Lesley ahead of her team's big clash against the Blues.  She also discussed her career to date, and a potential career shift once her playing days are over.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Cricket's announced a southern sell-out for Tuesday's Twenty20 international double-header.  The White Ferns will play their third T20 against Sri Lanka at Dunedin's University Oval, followed by the Black Caps' second game against Pakistan.  The Black Caps’ clash comes after their narrow loss to India in the Champions Trophy final, India claiming the win by four wickets.&nbsp...

Matatu line up in their first home game of Super Rugby Aupiki when they take on the Wellington Poua on Sunday afternoon in Christchurch. Important game for Matatu after what some called an upset win first up against the Manawa. Hansen spoke with Lesley Murdoch about her teams preparation for a Poua team no doubt smarting after getting toweled up at the hands of the Blues in round one. LISTEN ABOVE...

Craig is a very well-respected golf professional who has had stints at Clearwater, Pegasus and Harewood Golf Clubs among others.  This week we catch up with him thanks to the support of the Elmwood Trading Company at the NZPGA Championship at Hastings Golf Club. This event immediately after the NZ Open at Queenstown has a lot of the Australasian top players there competing alongside Craig, wh...

Multi talented sports women Izzy Sharp has earned a call up to the White Ferns for the series against Sri Lanka. She caught up with Lesley Murdoch and spoke about her early days playing against the boys in Timaru and the upcoming decision she is going to have to make between hockey and cricket. LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just how important is having golf clubs fitted? Whether you are a newbie, a weekend golfer, a high or low handicapper or a pro, having the right clubs is massively important. One of the best fitters in the game from the Golf Warehouse in Christchurch is Ritchie Bath. Ritchie spoke with Lesley with thanks to the Elmwood Trading Company about his role in getting golfers the right clubs for their gam...

Mezzy is part of the Womens Blacksticks from Canterbury and spoke with Lesley Murdoch about her path the national honors. 20 year old Surridge is currently in Santiago with the Blacksticks to play Chile. LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever heard of the Frozen Ferns? Cameron Stanley joined Lesley to discuss the Frozen Ferns, a team of swimmers that compete in water with a temperature of no more than 5 degrees Celsius. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canterbury mens cricket team are in the Ford Trophy final in Dunedin against Auckland. Captain Cole McConchie caught up with Lesley Murdoch ahead of the final to analyse his teams' chances against a very good Auckland side. LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.