Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the ongoing Super Rugby Season, the Six Nations, and the Black Caps' performance. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Central District Stags came ahead of Auckland at the four-day Plunket Shield cricket match on Eden Park's outer oval. Central Districts batsman Tom Bruce joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moana Pasifika's 40-31 win over the Hurricanes in Albany has broken a 20-match Super Rugby losing streak against New Zealand sides. Fly half Patrick Pellegrini joined Piney to discuss what the win means for the team. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No nerves from the Black Caps in the lead-up to the ICC Champions Trophy final against India in the UAE. New Zealand is second only to India in winning ICC knockout matches over the past 14 years. Black Caps coach Gary Stead joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minister of Sport has expressed enthusiasm at bringing the America's Cup back to Auckland - but he's still voiced concerns over the logistics.  Tātaki Auckland Unlimited this week confirmed it was in discussions with America’s Cup Event and Emirates Team New Zealand about hosting the 38th edition of the Cup, expected to be held in 2027. Mark Mitchell joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE...

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday 8 March. 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.

This week's New Zealand Squash Open has seen a huge upset.  It was a Wellington teenager and world number 255 who stole the show, taking on both world number 54, and 3rd seed, world number 12.  Ollie Dunbar talks to Piney about his journey to Squash, and how he became a wildcard in the squash open.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Champion's Day at Ellerslie Racecourse today, featuring the NZB Kiwi, 4 Group One races and the Auckland. The races are the richest sporting event in New Zealand for 3 year olds to be raced over 1500 metres, with more than $9 million in prize money is up for grabs across the day. Favourite of the event is Evaporate, who was New Zealand bred but trained in Australia, and considered one of the...

The New Zealand Track & Field Championships on this weekend in Dunedin, with a main event being the women's pole vault this afternoon.  Paris Olympic Games finalists Eliza McCartney and Olivia McTaggart are in the field after unique pole vault finals at the Olympics last year. Olivia McTaggart joins Piney to talk about her Olympic experience, how she has adapted her approach, and how high...

Cyclone Alfred has bought a swift halt to sporting events in Queensland as it rips through parts of the state.  AFL games on the Gold Coast and Brisbane have been called off due to the weather.  Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock discusses where that leaves the games, the beginning of the AFL season, how the NRL is going and Australia's exit from the Champions Trophy.  LISTEN ABO...

For the first time, Oceania has an entryway into a 48-team football World Cup.  The FIFA World Cup is taking place in the states, Canada and Mexico next year. If New Zealand beats Fiji at the end of this month, they will be one match away from fighting for a place in the World Cup on March 24th. The last time the All Whites went to the World Cup was 2010 in South Africa, and former All White...

It's been another huge week for Super Rugby Pacific as scandal has broken around travel issues with the Fijian Drua, while the Blues were beaten at home for the first time in 12 years.  Round 4 of Super Rugby Pacific opened last night, with the Brumbies taking home a win against the Blues.  2025 Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley joins Jason Pine live in studio to address the Fijian Dru...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the ongoing Super Rugby season, the Warriors' clash in Las Vegas, and Auckland FC's draw. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a disappointing day for Auckland FC - as the team was forced to settle for a four-all draw with Adelaide United after some very late drama at Mt Smart Stadium. The hosts thought they'd scored the match-winner in the 92nd minute through Auckland captain Hiroki Sakai. Former All White Noel Barkley joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ICC Champions Trophy series is still underway, with New Zealand and India set to face off this evening.  The Black Caps and India are both through to the semi-finals - but it's still unclear who they can expect to see in the matches ahead. Former Black Caps coach Mike Hesson joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blues have their first win of the Super Rugby Pacific season. The defending champions have prevailed 33-29 after a back-and-forth tussle with the Hurricanes in Wellington. Blues assistant coach Paul Tito joined Piney to discuss the win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A trip to Las Vegas to watch the Warriors became al the more special for one pair of Kiwi superfans - who took the opportunity to renew their vows in the lead-up to the match.  Ben and Ann Rzoska were among the estimated 9000 fans who travelled from Aotearoa to mark the occasion, and they celebrated with a themed ceremony. The pair joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.co...

The Warriors have struggled under the bright lights on Sin City, going down 30-8 to the Raiders in their NRL season-opener in Las Vegas. Canberra scored five tries to two, including doubles to winger Xavier Savage and centre Sebastian Kris. NZ Herald sports writer Michael Burgess explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors fans are out in full force, with the ACC's Mike Lane spotting team jerseys everywhere in Vegas. He joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors' high-profile clash in Vegas wouldn't have been possible without the support of one of their biggest sponsors. One NZ CEO Jason Paris flew in to catch the action from Invercargill. He joined Piney to discuss the action. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warriors assistant coach Slade Griffin is hopeful the team can maintain their focus ahead of today's clash. The Warriors are set to go up against the Raiders - in front of a crowd of 40,000 at the Allegiant Stadium. Griffin joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for March 2nd, the Warriors faced off against the Raiders in Vegas, with several important people making the trip over to catch the action. One couple even renewed their wedding vows in a Warriors-themed ceremony. Later, former coach Mike Hesson joined Piney to preview the Black Caps v India cricket clash. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine...

Warriors CEO Cameron George is feeling the excitement as the team's 2025 NRL campaign begins in Las Vegas this afternoon. The Kiwi side is set to face off against the Canberra Raiders at 1pm - with the Panthers facing the Sharks from 5.30pm. George says it's been amazing seeing all the support ahead of the big day - but he reminded Piney the team has a job to do. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/li...

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday 1 March. 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 number of New Zealand Golf Open ambassadors have been taking part in the Pro-Am.  Double World Cup winning All Blacks captain Richie McCaw is one of them! "My golf is certainly nothing to write home about, but, it's a pretty cool event and, yeah very, very privileged to be involved."  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.