All Sport Breakfast Canterbury

There will be plenty of Kiwi talent on show next weekend as the iconic NZ Golf Open gets underway at both the Millbrook and Hills courses in the Queenstown Lakes region. Up for grabs is a prize pool of $2 million dollars. Glading spoke with Lesley Murdoch ahead of what is becoming a bucket list event here in NZ with thanks to the support of the Elmwood Trading Company. LISTEN ABOVE.  See omny...

Crusaders assistant coach Dan Perrin spoke with Lesley Murdoch the morning after his side was humbled by the Chiefs in Hamilton. Perrin said his team were simply outplayed in the second half by an impressive Chiefs outfit.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rodney Yee has brought home a prestigious national award.  He’s been named PGA NZ Golf Coach of the Year, and he joined Lesley Murdoch to chat about the award and some of the young players he’s working with.  In association with the Elmwood Trading Company.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The undoubted standout of the Canterbury men’s cricket season to date is 22 year old Matt Boyle.  He’s continued his prodigious domestic white ball form with a record-breaking one-day century in a clash with the Wellington Firebirds.   He joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about his outstanding season so far.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The highly anticipated Crankworx Summer Series is set to make its return to Christchurch in 2025, bringing the excitement to the beautiful South Island.   From February 13-16, Christchurch Adventure Park will host this action-packed festival, where local and international riders will take on world-class courses.  Ariki Tibble spoke with Lesley about what to expect from these world class...

The Crusaders have come-from-behind to beat the Hurricanes 33-25 in the Super Rugby Pacific season opener in Christchurch.  Replacement halfback Kyle Preston scored a hat-trick on debut, after coming onto the field in the ninth minute for the injured Noah Hotham.  Coach Rob Penney has praised his side's fight.  “When we get it right, we’re quite dangerous.”  LISTEN ABOVE ...

Matt McLean is a man of many hats.  He’s a professional golf player, joining the PGA Tour of Australasia for the 2023-24 season, as well as picking up the role of participation coordinator for Canterbury Golf.   McLean joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about how he juggles his many roles, in association with the Elmwood Trading Company.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener...

The Crusaders have finished off their pre-season, losing by four points to the Highlanders.   Their loss came after a few key players were injured early on in the game, but Coach Rob Penney is continuing to put his faith in the young guys stepping up playing a lead role in the Crusaders’ Super Rugby campaign.  Penney joined Lesley Murdoch ahead of their season opener against the Hurrican...

A long-time servant to Water Polo in Canterbury has been recognised for his efforts.  Lachie Marshall was recently recognised in the Kings Birthday Awards for his dedication to the sport.  He spoke with Lesley about the state of the sport following the many delays in getting an aquatics facility back up and running in Christchurch after the earthquakes.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omny...

James O’Connor has hopped the ditch, leaving the Wallabies behind in favour of the red and black.  His first match with the Crusaders was in the pre-season clash against the Blues in Kirwee – the Blues claiming the win 35:19.  He joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat to recap the match.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 Coast to Coast event kicks off next week, thousands of athletes traversing the width of the South Island in one of the longest multi-sport events in the world.   Three generations of the Prince family will be lining up at the start line as part of the teams section, and veteran Russell Prince joined Lesley to chat about the upcoming event.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com...

It was a rough match for the Crusaders, facing the Blues at Kirwee.  The game went to the Blues, with a final score of 35-19.  Coach Rob Penney joined Lesley Murdoch to look back on the team’s performance.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Canterbury Stroke Play Championship is back for 2025.  Played over 54 holes at Templeton Golf Club, 108 players are taking part in the event.  Canterbury Golf GM Blair Minton joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about the event, in association with Elmwood Trading Company.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Henry is in the form of his life.  He’s bowling for the Black Caps and the Canterbury Kings, gaining more continuity and playtime at the international level.  Henry joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about his career.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s once again time for the Annual Sponsored Watering Tournament at Amberley Golf Club.  The tournament aims to raise money to upgrade the irrigation system on the course.  Vice Captain Jason Murray is organising the tournament, and joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about it in association with the Elmwood Trading Company.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Almost 20,000 people made their way to Christchurch’s Malvern Park yesterday to take part in the Long Run 2025.  Organised by the Crusaders in conjunction with the Heart Foundation, the event raises money for the Child Cancer Foundation by running or walking laps around Malvern and Rugby Parks.   Team manager Aaron Webb joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about the success of the event, and...

The countdown continues to the NZ Squash Open 2025.  It’s taking place at Christchurch’s Isaac Theatre Royal in March, with tickets already on sale.  Squash Events Canterbury’s Scott Gardiner joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about how the event is coming along so far.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1989 French Open Tennis Champion Michael Chang was the youngest man to win a grand slam.  The former champion spent some time in New Zealand over the Christmas break watching his daughter play in a futures type tournament.  Lesley Murdoch caught up with Chang courtside and chatted all things tennis past and present.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Hailing from Christchurch, Amelia Garvey has had a successful 2024.  Garvey had a stellar amateur career, a winner on the Charles Tour, NZ Strokeplay Champion, then 3-time All American at USC.  She also played in the US Women’s Open as an amateur and while making her professional debut.   Garvey capped 2024 off with a flourish, finishing 4th in the final Ladies European Tour Q Schoo...

David Havili will captain the Crusaders for the upcoming Super Rugby season.  Havili will become the first back to captain Super Rugby’s most successful franchise, replacing Scott Barrett who held the role.  Lesley Murdoch spoke with Coach Rob Penney about the decision to appoint Havili.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time in a long time, street racing in coming to Christchurch.  The Christchurch Street Sprint is taking place early 2025 at the Waterloo business park in Hornby.  Tim Lonsdale, a member of the organising committee, joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about the event.  LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mainland Pouākai are taking on the Tokomanawa Queens this weekend, angling for a coveted spot in the Tauihi National Basketball league playoffs.  Pouākai forward Ashlee Strawbridge joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about her team's season to date, and preview this weekend’s clash.  LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sudden news of a ban on greyhound racing has not been well received by those in the industry.  Minister for Racing Winston Peters revealed earlier this week that the sport will be wound up over the course of the next 20 months, taking the industry by surprise.   Adam Jenkins has been involved in the sport for over two decades, and is asking fellow trainers as well as the public to st...

Canterbury golfer Momoka Kabori is home for a well-earned break after a busy year playing in the European Women's Golf Tour.   In association with The Elmwood Trading Company, Kabori spoke with Lesley about her second year on the tour, the things she’s learned about herself and playing professional golf for a living.   Plus, she gave her highlights from finishing second at both the South...

Golf New Zealand's Dave Mangan is back as the Interprovincial Golf Competition has made its way to Christchurch's Harewood and Russley Golf Courses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.