Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Aston Villa's run of home dominance has continued with a one-nil English Premier League win over Arsenal. It's Villa's 15th straight EPL victory at home and sees them sit third on the ladder. Fan club member James Stewart joins Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Blackjacks coach Dave Edwards discusses the significance of the Commonwealth Games, particularly for sports that aren't in the Olympics. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joins Piney to recap all the big sports stories of the week. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Central Stags all-rounder Josh Clarkson joined Piney to discuss his Black Caps debut. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand have overcome an unkind pitch and the Bangladesh bowlers to win the second cricket test by four wickets in Mirpur. The Black Caps successfully chasing 137 runs in their second innings despite struggling at 69 for six. Former Black Caps spinner Ronnie Hira joined Piney to discuss the team's victory, particularly Phillips and Santner's performances. LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/list...

In Australia, the Gold Coast mayor says they gave a Commonwealth Games bid their best shot. The city's pulled the pin on hosting in 2026 after its $700 million dollar bid got no backing from federal or state Governments. Sports commentator John McBeth joined Piney to discuss the uncertain future of the games. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney caught up with World Number 5 squash player Nele Gilis, who is in the country for the New Zealand Squash Open. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZCPA CEO Heath Mills joined Piney to react to the news of Lou Vincent's life bans from cricket being relaxed. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie Correspondent Adam Peacock joined Piney to discuss all the big stories from across the Tasman. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney was joined by NZME cricket commentator Andrew Alderson to discuss how the Black Caps are faring in their 2nd test against Bangladesh. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Warriors recruit Kurt Capewell joined Piney to discuss his move across the ditch. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson joined Piney to recap the year in rugby, and chat about his expectations for 2024. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney and Bonnie wrap the weekend's action with the Football Ferns drawing 0-0 against Colombia and the Phoenix men going to the top of the A-League ladder, as well as discussing Chloe Knott's departure from the Phoenix women's side.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi climber Sarah Tetzlaff made history as one of the first to ever qualify for an Olympic Games. Alongside Julian David, Tetzlaff won the Oceania qualifier in Melbourne for speed climbing. She discussed this athletic accomplishment with Piney. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi athlete Simon Cochrane has won the Ultraman World Championships event in Kona- and beaten the world record by 40 minutes. He spoke to Piney about this sporting achievement. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi football referee Matthew Conger joins Piney to discuss the purpose of orange cards and rugby-style penalties- and what they could mean for the sport going forward. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crowd Goes Wild host James McOnie joins Piney to recap the latest goings-on in the world of sport. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A sign that the Phoenix men consider themselves genuine contenders in football's A-League. Wellington are guaranteed to be top of the A-League after this weekend - following last night's 1-nil win over Western United across the ditch in Ballarat. Phoenix player Kosta Barbarouses joined Piney to recap the victory. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Wellington first-class cricketer and businessman Scott Weenink has been the CEO of New Zealand cricket for three months. Weenink was appointed to replace David White in August, and he's confirmed big plans for the future of cricket in New Zealand. He discusses his personal highlights and future plans further with Piney. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox has had an exceptional, yet hectic year in 2023. Between his BMW PGA Championship win, playing the masters in the Augusta National and securing a PGA Tour 2024 card, it's been a memorable year for Fox. He broke it all down with Piney on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Women's international football window is just around the corner, with the Football Ferns preparing for two matches against Colombia. Piney caught up with defender Marisa van der Meer ahead of those matches. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney caught up with the Head of Commercial & Fandom at Sky Sport and former GM of the NZNBL, Justin Nelson, to discuss the innovations the league is introducing and how it will keep the fans engaged. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi Golfer Ben Campbell recently won the Hong Kong Open, and this breakthrough was enough to earn him an invite to a LIV Golf qualifying event in Abu Dhabi. Piney caught up with Ben to talk about that success and his hopes to join the LIV Golf Tour. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Piney was joined by our Australian Correspondent to discuss all the big stories from across the ditch. What's happening with Netball Australia? And the Matildas are getting another recognition. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White Ferns are preparing for their first series of the summer against Pakistan. Piney took the chance to chat with White Ferns stalwart Suzie Bates, who's set to have her home ground University Oval renamed the Suzie Bates Oval in honour of her achieving the milestone of 300 international matches. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.