Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

The upcoming A-League season is set to get underway - with Auckland fans having their own team to support this time round.  In eight days, Auckland FC will make their public debut on the field - and the team's determined to prove themselves in their new role. Auckland FC coach Steve Corica joined Piney to discuss ahead of kick-off. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Team New Zealand feel constant communication and consensus decision-making helped forge a perfect start to their America's Cup defence. The Kiwis hold a 2-nil lead over Ineos Britannia after the first day's racing in tough conditions off Barcelona. NZ Herald sports journalist Chris Reive joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A controversial proposal allowing rugby teams to replace a red-carded player after 20 minutes has moved a step closer to global implementation. World Rugby recently confirmed this potential change is one of several new amendments put forward for global use. Referee Nigel Owens joined Piney to discuss the impact of these changes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rafael Nadal has announced his retirement from professional tennis.   Tennis correspondent Graeme Agars has spent the majority of his career covering Nadal, and he joined Piney to pay tribute to the player’s legendary career.  “He was spectacular and had most guys beaten before they even went out on court.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi driver Matt Payne has claimed provisional pole after the qualifying race for the Bathurst 1000.  Motorsport Journalist Simon Chapman joined Piney to discuss everything that went down during the qualifiers, and who might find themselves on the top of the podium after the Big Race.  “Oh, it's absolute bedlam, really. Craziness at the top of the mountain.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See...

The All Whites are kicking off their campaign for FIFA World Cup qualification.  Their Captain, and star player, Chris Wood joined Piney to discuss their upcoming matches and dig into his enthusiasm to play for the national team.  “It's the love of the country and the nation. I mean, New Zealand's my home, it’s where I grew up.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Rugby Australia is facing yet another struggle.  The Melbourne Rebels have launched a $30 million lawsuit against RA after being axed by the governing body.   Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joined Piney to try and make sense of the suit and figure out what they club is trying to achieve.   “It only serves as one thing: the rugby community as a whole look at it and go, ‘What a...

The length of the NRL season has been the topic of debate lately.  The season runs seven months from the first week of March until the first week of September, and questions have arisen as to how much it impacts players’ ability to play International Rugby League.   Piney caught up with NZRL CEO Greg Peters for a chat about how we go about getting more of the international game.   “...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday 12th October, it's the eve of the America’s Cup and Emirates Team New Zealand is preparing to defend the Auld Mug against the challengers INEOS Britannia. Team NZ Helmsman Ray Davies joins the show to discuss their plan for claiming victory on the waters of Barcelona.  All Whites and Nottingham Forrest striker Chris Wood chat...

It's the eve of the America’s Cup and Emirates Team New Zealand is preparing to defend the Auld Mug against challengers INEOS Britannia.   The first two races are scheduled for early Sunday morning, the teams taking to the waters of Barcelona.  Helmsman for Team New Zealand, Ray Davies, joined Piney to discuss the team’s plan to claim victory on the water and keep their grip on the Auld...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 10 October 2024, The All Blacks end of year tour squad is set to be named, with questions surrounding a few players. Sir John Kirwan offers his thoughts on who should be on the plane for the northern tour Piney has one of his regular catch ups with NZR CEO Mark Robinson and they discuss the report of France planning on sending a weak team...

The All Whites start their journey to qualify for the 2026 World Cup as they face Tahiti this Friday. Piney catches up with striker Ben Waine to discuss his time in the UK and how the All Whites preparations have been going LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Penrith Panthers are looking to make it four Premiership wins in a row as they take on the Melbourne Storm tonight. Piney catches up with Panthers legend and 2003 NRL Premiership winner Ryan Girdler to preview the Grand Final LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a hard fought win for Waikato in the Farah Palmer Cup final. James McOnie discusses that game and where are Auckland FC looking to make their home LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL Grand Final is upon us. Melbourne Storm look to stop the Penrith Panthers run of titles. Piney catches up with Storm premiership winner in 1999 and one of New Zealands greatest League players, Tawera Nikau to preview the big match LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent reports from France have suggested that they won't be sending their best players to New Zealand when they tour next year. Piney put this to NZR CEO Mark Robinson in one of their regular catch ups LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks end of year tour squad is set to be announced with question marks surrounding several players including Sam Cane and TJ Perenara. Piney catches up with Sir John Kirwan to discuss who he thinks should be on the plane to the Northern hemisphere. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s the point of an “end of season review”?  Our Coaching Guru Wayne Goldsmith joined Piney to explain exactly what happens in an end of season review, and what they’re meant to achieve.  “All I'm doing is pointing out what's right in front of you that you can't see.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The America's Cup challenger has been decided.   Ineos Britannia will race Team New Zealand for the Auld Mug in Barcelona after beating Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli in the Louis Vuitton Cup.   Sailing professor Mark Orams joins the show to discuss how INEOS managed to take home the Louis Vuitton Cup.  “While it was certainly a battle all the way through the first part of this Louis Vuit...

The White Ferns have snapped their 10-match losing streak with an emphatic win over India at the T20 Womens World Cup.   Former White Fern Frankie Mackay joins Piney to discuss the unexpected win for the team.  “They came out with great intent. Openers put on a really good partnership to get things started, India looked rattled, and the really pleasing thing for me with that New Zealand...

It’s the final week of NRL over in Australia, with the Grand Final coming down to two entirely expected parties.  The Penrith Panthers are looking to win their fourth championship in a row as they play the Melbourne Storm Sunday night.  Our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joined Jason Pine to give his thoughts as to who will come out on top.  “Flip of the coin,” he said. ...

Ellesse Andrews was one of New Zealand's biggest stars at the Paris Olympics.  She dominated the Velodrome, bringing home two gold medals as well as a silver.  Andrews joined Piney to discuss her performance in this year’s Games.  “I don't know if I can pick one memorable moment, but the whole thing was just crazy.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

After a string of disappointing results for the National team, Tom Latham has replaced Tim Southee as Test Captain for the Black Caps.   He joined Piney to discuss how he's going to turn the team's fortunes around.  “To me, it’s about trying to empower guys to do, to do their roles as best as they can and let them go out with freedom.”  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener...

The change in Black Caps test captaincy obviously had to happen.  Whether it was the captaincy that affected his performances or not, and I actually think it played a big part, the fact is Tim Southee wasn't doing enough to guarantee his place in the team.  That becomes a real issue when you're the captain, even more so on the sub-continent.  More often than not, you play just two s...

One of the most anticipated returns to rugby happens today.  Cam Roigard has missed the last six months after rupturing his left patella tendon, but joins Counties Manukau today as they take on Manawatu.   He joined Piney to discuss his return and give an insight into what it was like to sit on the sideline for so long.  “It's been, yeah, quite a journey.”  LISTEN ABOVE  S...