Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Eden Park has been ruled out for hosting the A-League men's finals series.  Auckland FC will stage the second leg of their semifinal series at Go Media Stadium – allowing the team to retain their home field advantage.  CEO Nick Becker joined Piney to discuss what the news means for the club.  “It’s what we were pushing for.”  LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for...

The British and Irish Lions touring squad to Australia has been named.  The inclusion of 20-year-old Henry Pollock raised eyebrows, the traditional bolter only having played 30 minutes of test rugby.  BBC Rugby Commentator James Burridge joined Piney to discuss the squad.  “He talks a very good game, but he can talk it as well.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener f...

There’s a lot on the line tonight as the Crusaders host the Chiefs.  The top of the table clash has implications for the playoffs, with the outcome deciding who will get the home advantage.  Sky Sport Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson joined Piney to preview the game.   “It’s going to be huge for both of them.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Netball New Zealand may be changing up its eligibility rules.  The body says it's currently looking at them, as the ANZ Premiership gets under way today without leading Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke.  The 23-year-old isn't available for the Ferns as she's based in Australia this season.  Netball NZ chair Matt Whineray says it's about maintaining a high-performance professional sy...

Netball New Zealand says it is looking at its eligibility rules as the ANZ Premiership gets under way today without Grace Nweke.  The star test shooter isn't available for the Ferns, as she's based in Australia this season.  Former Silver Fern Adine Wilson told Jason Pine while New Zealand are a much better side with Nweke involved, there are two sides to the debate.  “She’s an Iren...

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This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the Hurricanes v Chiefs clash, the latest Warriors victory, the NBA playoffs and Auckland FC breaking their streak. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Snooker Championship final is due to take place. After a thrilling semi-final where Mark Williams edged out Judd Trump - he's secured himself a spot in the final against Zhao Xintong. Snooker writer Michael Day joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A great day has turned sour for Liam Lawson at the Miami Grand Prix. He was found guilty of causing Fernando Alonso to crash and stripped of his two points in the Sprint Race...then he qualified a lowly 15th for tomorrow's feature race. Alex Powell and Eric Thompson joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors are second on the NRL ladder after a heart-stopping 30-26 NRL victory over the Cowboys in the NRL's Magic Round in Brisbane. Five first half tries had the Kiwi side up 28-12 at the break before the Cowboys surged back with three tries in eight minute - but the Warriors managed to hold on and win at the last second. Warriors Assistant Coach Richard Agar joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN...

There's four rounds left to go in the Super Rugby season - and all 11 teams remain in contention for the playoffs.  The Highlanders are set to face Moana Pasifika this afternoon, capping off a weekend full of high-profile matches. Super Rugby Pacific chair Kevin Malloy joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurricanes and Chiefs are gearing up for a Super Rugby Pacific semifinal rematch tonight in Wellington.  After topping the table throughout the 2024 season, the Canes were ambushed by the Chiefs on home turf and didn't make the final.  Assistant Coach Cory Jane joined Piney to preview the clash.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blues have moved into Super Rugby's Top 6 with a bonus point 40-19 takedown of the Western Force at Eden Park.  The defending champions led 12-7 at halftime before scoring four tries in the second stanza to extend their advantage.  Coach Vern Cotter says his side are starting to believe they can overcome a sluggish start to their title defence.  Piney caught up with Blues hooker...

The Wallabies have their coach for the 2027 World Cup.   Reds coach Les Kiss will take over from Joe Schmidt when he steps down mid-way through next year.   Former Wallaby Drew Mitchell offers his thoughts on the appointment.  He also delved into what's led to the improvement in form of the Australian Super Rugby teams, and where James O'Connor sits in the Wallabies pecking order.&n...

The Warriors are running on a high.  They’re entering Magic Round with a chance to have their best ever eight game start to a season as they take on the North Queensland Cowboys.  NRL Legend and Cowboys icon Johnathan Thurston offers his thoughts on the Warriors’ season thus far and their odds against the Cowboys.   “They’ve had a fair few injuries to overcome, but they’ve got a squ...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 3rd March 2025, the sorry saga of the Indian Panthers reached a climax this week with a player's strike and the team being suspended from the NBL indefinitely. Prominent NZ Basketball figure Jeff Green joins Piney to discuss the damage this has caused.  Les Kiss has been named as the next Wallabies head coach. Former Wallaby Drew Mitc...

As the Indian Panthers saga draws to a sad close, questions are being raised as to who should be held accountable for this failure.  Henry Moore is the head of the Sports Law practice at law firm Tavendale and Partners, and he joined Piney to discuss what potential legal ramifications for the Panters and the NZNBL.  He told Piney that realistically, the consequences are more likely to be...

The debut of the Indian Panthers from the men's NBL was always going to be a disaster, according to long-time basketball coach Jeff Green.  The Panthers have been suspended indefinitely after allegations emerged around delayed player payments and treatment.  Green told Jason Pine it was a tough ask to come in at a late stage with no real ties to this country, and to be any chance of surv...

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Auckland FC is set to win the A-League premiership in their very first season no matter what happens this evening. The Crowd Goes Wild's James McOnie speculates ahead of the final match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liverpool only has five games left in the current EPL season, and they're 12 points clear at the top. Arsenal, which is currently in second place, has only four games left - meaning Liverpool is one point away from clinching a second title in the Premier League era. Liverpool Supporters Group of Wellington chair Andrew McGoff joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

The Ice Blacks are gearing up for their next big event- they're set to play in the men's world hockey championships in the coming days. Coach Cameron Frear joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC's historic A-League premiership win will be celebrated this afternoon when they lift the regular season silverware following their clash against Perth Glory at Mt Smart. Thanks to results overnight, the Black Knights have an unassailable lead at the top of the table heading into their penultimate match. Gun midfielder Louis Verstraete joined Piney to unpack what made the side so succes...

It's been a difficult start for the Blues this Super Rugby season, but the team's boss is hoping this will change. A 35-21 defeat to the Reds in Brisbane is the team's seventh loss - leaving them languishing in ninth on the ladder after 10 matches. Blues CEO Andrew Hore joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC has accomplished a significant feat and clinched the Premiers Plate without kicking a ball. Melbourne City's nil-all draw with Adelaide ensured the Black Knights can't be overtaken on the regular season ladder. Auckland FC player Nando Pijnaker joined Piney ahead of the team's clash at Mount Smart Stadium. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.