Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Piney’s not in the ZB studio this week.   Instead, he’s been broadcasting from the NZCIS – the New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport.   It boasts of being a unique, world-leading facility for sports teams looking to train, eat, sleep, and play all in one location.   NZCIS GM Jamie Tout joined Jason Pine to dig into what the facility has to offer.   He told him that NZCIS stacks up among the b...

Get your helmets on, the Tour de France is about to begin.   The race gets underway this evening, and Anthony McCrossan, Tour de France commentator joined Jason Pine to preview the great race.   Who will be wearing the yellow jersey in Paris?   Tadej Pogačar and Jonas Vingegaard have won the last four Tours between them, each aiming to win a third Tour de France. Is this a two-man race?   McCrossa...

Super Rugby has come to a close and a new era of the All Blacks has begun.   The Blues took the title last weekend for the first time in 21 years, beating the Chiefs 41-10.   Dalton Papalii, flanker for the Blues, is a member of Scott Robertson’s new All Blacks squad, joining Jason Pine for a chat about the Blues’ celebrations and an insight into what’s coming for the All Blacks.   He told him tha...

An online phenomenon, the Grade Cricketer talks about cricket as it really is, their satirical take on the sport earning them an audience of nearly a million across their social media platforms.   They have an international number one podcast, do live show tours, and have produced two best-selling books.   The brains, faces and voices behind it are two former Sydney grade cricketers Sam Perry and...

The Warriors are looking to redeem themselves after last week’s historic loss to the Gold Coast, 66-6.   They’re facing the Broncos tonight at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, the Broncos holding the home advantage.   Fox Sport Rugby League Commentator Matt Russell joined Piney to preview tonight’s must-win match, and give his thoughts on the horror show that was last week’s loss.   He told him that a...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday 29th June, they kicked off the show with Fox Sport rugby league commentator talked last week’s loss for the Warriors, and look ahead to tonight’s game.   Newly instated All Blacks coach Scott ‘Razor’ Robertson joined Piney live in studio to answer fans’ burning questions ahead of the first test against England.   And with the Tour...

It's a new era for the All Blacks with Scott 'Razor' Robertson in charge. He's announced his first squad, Scott Barrett taking over the captaincy from Sam Cane, Jordie Barrett and Ardie Savea sharing the role of deputy. What's in store for this new era? What will change? How will the All Blacks evolve? Razor joined Jason Pine for a one hour exclusive, taking calls and answering your burning questi...

This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the Super Rugby Final, the Warriors' loss, England's performance in the Euros and the upcoming All Blacks squad announcement. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the nation braces for coach Scott Robertson to name his first All Blacks squad, coaching expert Wayne Goldsmith shares his advice for offering new leadership to an established team. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

​On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 23rd June 2024, Jeff Wilson and Mike Brewer play selectors as they discuss who they think will be named in the first All Blacks squad of the year. The Blues have been crowned Super Rugby Champions for the first time since 2003. Kees Meeuws was on that 2003 team, he discusses the final which saw the Blues demolish the Chiefs to claim the s...

Sir Mark Todd has racked up an impressive Olympic medal count for New Zealand in his time. The famed equestrian has won two gold medals and three bronze medals within his chosen sport. He was also voted Event Rider of the 20th Century by the International Equestrian Federation in 2000.   He joined Piney to discuss his athletic legacy. LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

What can you say about the Warriors last night? 66 points to 6. Absolutely inexplicable, almost impossible to explain. The joint biggest defeat in the history of the club, equalling the loss to the Storm 2 years ago. But that was against a team that was top of the comp against a comparatively weak Warriors side, during the COVID period. Last night's defeat was to the team at the bottom of the NRL...

All eyes will be on Christchurch tomorrow, as All Blacks coach Scott Robertson unveils his first All Blacks squad. The 32-strong lineup is set to play two home test matches against England, followed by their hotly-anticipated clash against Fiji in San Diego. Ahead of Monday's big reveal, Piney unveiled his top 15: 1. Ethan de Groot 2. Codie Taylor 3. Tyrel Lomax 4. Patrick Tuipulotu 5. Scott Barre...

The Blues are Super Rugby champions for the first time since 2003 after routing the Chiefs 41-10 at Eden Park. The convincing display was supported by a hatrick of tries from Caleb Clarke, and one each from Akira Ioane and AJ Lam. Former Blues player Kees Meeuws joined Piney to discuss the win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors are seeking redemption this afternoon against the Gold Coast Titans after squandering a 14-0 lead against the Melbourne Storm last week at Mount Smart.    The home side started strong but struggled to maintain momentum in the second half as Storm and Kiwis halfback Jahrome Hughes took control. As a result, the Warriors extended their losing streak against the Storm to 16 matches.    T...

SailGP hits New York this weekend, the last event before July’s season finale.   Co-CEO of the Black Foils Blair Tuke joined Piney to preview the race and look back at the last event in Halifax.   He told him that although they’re entering this event with an 11 point lead, they want to continue to build momentum and confidence heading into the final race.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listen...

You've heard from Greg Barclay.   He was unequivocal, wasn't he, that what Kane Williamson is doing is simply part of what he called the evolution of the game. A fact of life.   Greg Barclay wants member associations to embrace the T20 leagues and work more closely with them.   The sport's governing body has clearly worked out there's no point fighting against T20 leagues, they're here and here to...

Kiwi runner Geordie Beamish has had an incredible 12 months.   He's set to become New Zealand's first steeplechase runner at an Olympic Games in 40 years. He joined Piney to discuss his journey to Paris.   "I didn’t know it had been that long,” Beamish revealed.   “That’s pretty cool.”   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Australian Correspondent is completely bemused as to how New South Wales are favourites for the second match of State of Origin, and he joined Piney to discuss why they've been given that tag.    “I don't know how,” he told Piney.   “I think everyone’s fallen in love with the 17 that New South Wales has selected on paper.”   Also, how is Australia faring in the T20 World Cup? Marnus Labuschagn...

The cricket landscape is going through some changes.   T20 cricket is gaining momentum, leaving the future of other formats uncertain.   ICC Board of Directors Chairman Greg Barclay joined Jason Pine to take a look at the future of the game and whether the red ball format is becoming a thing of the past.   He told him that we are likely to see more people turning down central contracts in favour o...

Tonight could mark a comeback for the Chiefs.   They last won Super Rugby back in 2013 but have made their second final in a row.   They're looking to play spoilers as they face a much-favored Blues side in the battle for the silverware.   Piney caught up with lock Jimmy Tupou to discuss how they're approaching the final.   He told him that they’ve got a lot of faith in the team as a whole, and wi...

Super Rugby comes to an end tonight in what’s set to be an intense match.   The Blues are facing off against the Chiefs before a packed-out Eden Park, taking the home field advantage.   Blues’ Caleb Clarke joined Piney to preview the match.   He told him that Coach Vern Cotter just wants each player to go out there and do their role and just focus on the moment to moment.   “We just need to stick...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 22nd June 2024, ICC Board of Directors chair Greg Barclay discussed Kane Williamson's decision to forgo a NZC contract, and what the future of cricket looks like with more players prioritizing franchise T20 leagues over playing longer formats for their countries   We're also closing in on the Super Rugby Pacific grand final, and Caleb Clar...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the Black Caps' T20 woes, the ongoing Super Rugby season and Caitlin Clark's Olympic snubbing. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former All Black Conrad Smith has traded in the rugby ball for a whistle. Following a move to New Plymouth, the former 94 test player has taken up refereeing, after being curious about it for years.  He joined Piney to discuss his new direction. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.