Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

A fierce desire to play for each other is behind Auckland FC's historic run to the A-League's Premiers Plate. The Black Knights will lift the silverware as the best regular season team following this afternoon's clash against Perth Glory at Mount Smart. Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 World Snooker Championship is well underway.  It runs from the 19th of April through to May 5th at the Crucible in Sheffield – the very best in the world competing to claim the game’s most famous and coveted trophy.  Totally Snookered’s Michael Day joined Piney to give an update on the state of the competition so far.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 26th April 2025, New Zealand Cricket has a new venture. CEO Scott Weenink discusses the decision to branch out into Major League Cricket.   The Warriors claimed the first Anzac Day win since 2014 – Adam Pompey joined to break down their decisive victory. And speaking of dominating wins, the Chiefs are five points clear at the top of t...

One of the most anticipated events in team sports is currently taking place.  257 players will be selected in the 2025 NFL Draft, with each team eager to claim the best athletes they can.  Leon Busby joined Jason Pine to break down the current standings and delve into the importance of the event.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs are sitting pretty at the top of the Super Rugby table – five points clear of the Crusaders in second.  It comes after their dominating victory over the Western Force, claiming the win 56-22.  Chiefs CEO Simon Graafhuis joined Jason Pine for a chat about the team’s success in this season, and how it influences the club as a whole.   LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/l...

A pause to celebrate and rest for the Chiefs ahead of a big couple of weeks for their Super Rugby title ambitions.  Their 56-22 thumping of the Force leaves them five points clear at the top.  Away derbies against the Hurricanes and Crusaders loom - but coach Clayton McMillan says they're taking it one step at a time.  Chief’s Josh Jacomb joined Piney to break down their win. ...

A marked improvement in the Warriors attack has inspired a 26-12 NRL victory over the Newcastle Knights - their first Anzac Day win since 2014.  The hosts ran in five tries, with Adam Pompey and Jackson Ford bagging doubles.  It's their fifth win of the season, taking them to third on the NRL ladder.  Pompey joined Piney for a chat about their decisive victory.  LISTEN ABOVE&nb...

New Zealand Cricket is branching out.  They've become the first national body in the code to invest in a franchise T20 league - taking a stake in an expansion team in North America's Major League Cricket.  The aim is to keep some of our leading players – and coaches – available for Black Caps duty, instead of opting to effectively become freelancers on the global Twenty20 stage.  NZ...

James McOnie from the The Crowd Goes Wild host joined Piney to discuss Auckland FC's latest win and the ongoing Super Rugby season. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Easter is the season of renewal - and one expert joined Piney to reveal how that spirit can be applied to coaching in a changing world. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Swimming champion Cam Leslie is set to leap into the water for the upcoming 2028 LA Paralympic Games. He joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Octagon's Phillip Parun joined Piney to discuss his role within the agency - and what it represents in the world of sport. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs are level with the Crusaders on 32 competition points but lead on points difference. This is a significant departure following an underwhelming Super Rugby season in 2024. Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another year brings another Auckland Easter show, with more Kiwi athletes making an appearance at the Auckland Showgrounds.  Top Kiwi BMX champion Ellie Chew joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IIHF President Luc Tardif made an appearance at the World Women’s Division IIB Ice Hockey Championship in Dunedin. He joined Piney to discuss after the fact.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC are trying to keep what's likely to be a milestone achievement from becoming a distraction as they return home from their latest A-League football triumph. The Black Knights have a six point buffer at the top of the standings after a 2-nil away win over Melbourne Victory. A win over Perth Glory next Sunday at Mount Smart would secure Auckland FC the Premiers Plate for the top finishing...

The Chiefs have marched back to the top of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder after a 46-10 hiding of the Highlanders in Hamilton. The hosts ran in five second half tries, scoring 33 unanswered points after leading 13-10 at the break. Gold Sport commentator Graeme 'Minty' Mead joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 50-metre penalty kick from Luke Metcalf has seen the Warriors pip the Brisbane Broncos 20-to-18 in golden point in their NRL clash at Mt Smart. Broncos fullback Reece Walsh sent the golden point kickoff dead, handing the hosts the match winning penalty after scores were tied at 18-all. Former Warrior Motu Tony joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

The Highlanders are in a scrap for a position in the Super Rugby finals.  Piney had a midseason catchup with their CEO Roger Clark, to break down how the season’s been tracking.  “All the games we've played this year, we've been pretty close, we just haven't finished the big moment.”  “If we want to be part of the playoff contention, we're gonna need to start finishing those big mom...

The Ice Fernz are in action at the Dunedin Ice Stadium playing in the IHHF Division 2, Group B World Championships.   They're currently undefeated, shaping up for a clash with the other unbeaten team, Australia.   Coach Brooke Patron and Alternate captain Hope Gregory join Piney to preview the clash.  “The best teams rise to the occasion, so I'm looking forward to the challenge for...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 19th April 2025, Jordie Barrett joins Piney to discuss how his sabbatical is going in Leinster and how he thinks Reiko Ioane will fare up there.  The Crusaders have found an unlikely hero, with former Wallaby James O'Connor kicking them to victory over the Blues. He stopped by to discuss that kick.  And Dame Noeline Taurua offers...

Netball New Zealand is reviewing the ruling that currently blocks Grace Nweke from putting on the black dress.  She’s currently ineligible for the Silver Ferns, after leaving to play for a team over in Australia.  Coach Dame Noeline Taurua joined Piney to give her thoughts on the current situation.  “When we knew she was keen to come over to Sydney or to play in the SSN, and underst...

The Crusaders have beaten the Blues in an absolute thriller in Christchurch, thanks to a game-winning penalty from James O’Connor.  The former Wallaby stepped up, converting a penalty after the final buzzer to deliver his team yet another win, keeping them at the top of the table.  He joined Piney to reflect on the kick and how he’s been enjoying playing in New Zealand.  “Awesome to...

All Blacks midfielder Jordie Barrett has revealed his partner in crime Rieko Ioane reached out for some advice before signing a sabbatical deal with Irish club Leinster for 2026.  Despite receiving interest from Japan, Ioane made the bombshell move by following in Barrett’s footsteps with a move to Dublin to play in the United Rugby Championship (URC), which features teams from Ireland, Scotl...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the 2025 Masters and the ongoing Super Rugby season.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.