Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

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’...

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 grud...

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 again...

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...

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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 com...

James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Super Rugby finals, the Warriors, the All Whites and the NBA. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

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 Australi...

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

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.&n...

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 t...

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 perspecti...

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 alw...

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...

James McOnie joined Piney to discuss the latest with the Super Rugby, Kosta Barbarouses leaving Wellington and the A-League final. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US sports correspondent Leon Busby joined Piney to discuss the NHL Stanley Cup final and NBA finals. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 1 June. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 French Open is under way - but the tennis players are struggling to beat the heat. Tennis commentator Craig Gabriel joined Piney to discuss the latest. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disappointment from Liam Lawson after qualifying 13th for Formula 1's Spanish Grand Prix tomorrow, exiting in the second stage of qualification. F1 commentator Chris Medland joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors are looking to bring collective energy and dig deep for each other in this afternoon's NRL match-up against the Rabbitohs in Sydney. Warriors halfback Luke Metcalf joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blues have thrashed the Waratahs 46-6 to end their visitors' Super Rugby Pacific season, and keep their hopes of playoffs footie alive. Sabbatical-bound All Blacks centre Rieko Ioane scored a hat-trick and departing wing Mark Tele'a grabbed a brace. Blues assistant coach Palu Tito joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.