Weekend Sport with Jason Pine
12pm-3pm Weekends
Every Saturday and Sunday afternoon, Weekend Sport on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.
Whether it's on the international stage, or at the grassroots, we talk to the players, coaches, our sport correspondents and journalists, and most importantly... you.
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James McOnie: How can NPC rugby be improved?
This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss how NPC ruby can be improved, the ongoing Super Rugby season and Ryan Fox's golf prowess. LISTEN...
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US sports recap: The NHL finals, the NBA finals and the NCAA players pay ruling
This week, US sports correspondent Leon Busby joined Piney to recap the action from the States, including the NHL finals, the NBA finals and the NCAA players pay...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 15 June 2025
Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 15 June. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday...
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Former All Black reveals what drew him to new role with NZC
Former All Black Daryl Gibson has jumped the fence and taken up a new role - within a different sport. Gibson is set to become the new Chief High Performance Officer...
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The Panel: How can we fix NPC Rugby?
This week on Piney's rugby panel, Northland rugby commentator Steve Harris and Tasman Mako longtime backer Shane Drummond joined in on a discussion about whether...
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'It's good': Chiefs book place in Super Rugby final after beating out Brumbies
The Chiefs' man with the golden boot is finding his feet at the right time as another Super Rugby final looms. First-five Damian McKenzie was instrumental in the...
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"Sheer hell": Unpacking Day 2 of the US Golf Open
Play has officially been suspended for the day at the US golf Open major, due to dangerous weather and darkness. Thirteen players did not complete their second...
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"A grain of salt": Lawson finishes strong in Canadian Grand Prix practice
Kiwi Formula One driver Liam Lawson's hoping his form in practice can translate into qualifying overnight at the Canadian Grand Prix. He's logged two top 10 finishes...
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"Brewing for the last 10 years": SBW on the animosity with Paul Gallen
Sonny Bill Williams’ focus is remaining on the much-anticipated bout against Paul Gallen. Animosity has been building between the two former rugby players turned...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 14 June 2025
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 14th June 2025, the Crusaders are heading back to the Super Rugby Finals. David Havili reflects on their...
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Is it fair for year 14s to play on school sports teams?
Marlborough Boy’s College has made headlines once more, this time for the number of “year 14s” in its First XV team. One of the top rugby schools in the South Island,...
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'Titans going toe to toe': Recapping the Crusaders v Blues semifinal
The Crusaders are into another Super Rugby final after defeating the Blues 21-14. Will Jordan scored the deciding try in the 70th minute of the semi-final in Christchurch...
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"Huge learnings": Missing 2024 finals set Crusaders up for success in 2025
The Crusaders feel last season's pain has been this season's gain. And for seasons to come. The perennial Super Rugby contenders have shrugged off the agony of...
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James McOnie: It's been a good week for the Blues
James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Super Rugby finals, the Warriors, the All Whites and the NBA. LISTEN ABOVE
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'Mixed bag': Black Foils strategist on the team's New York race
A mixed opening day for the Black Foils at the latest SailGP event in New York. New Zealand finished second, 11th and first in the opening three regattas, to sit...
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Auckland Cricket set to leave Eden Park for new location
Auckland Cricket is looking to make some changes and take the first steps towards leaving Eden Park. The cricket association will seek permission from the Ōrākei...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 08 June 2025
Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 8 June. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday...
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'Gutted': Hurricanes disappointed after Brumbies loss
Heartbreak for the Hurricanes after being knocked out of the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs by the Brumbies in Canberra. The team led midway through the first half,...
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Super Rugby surprise: Blues stun with narrow victory over Chiefs
The Blues have flipped the Super Rugby title race on its head with a stunning 20-19 win over the Chiefs in their playoff in Hamilton. The sixth seed have stolen...
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'Very pleasing': Andrew Webster on the Warriors' win over the Sharks
The Warriors have consolidated their place in the NRL's top four with a 40-10 thumping of the Sharks in Sydney. They scored seven tries, including five in a second...
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"Felt like we were in full control": Assistant coach unpacks Crusaders' victory
The Crusaders have recorded their 30th consecutive home playoff win, beating the Queensland Reds 32-12 to advance to next week's Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals. The...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 7 June 2025
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 7th June 2025, Rob Walter has been announced as the new Black Caps coach, taking over from Gary Stead,...
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"Really pleasing to see": Super Rugby Pacific CEO praises season's competitiveness
With the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs upon us, questions have once again been raised about the format. This year saw the introduction of the ‘lucky loser’ format,...
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New Black Caps coach plans to "build on the momentum"
Newly appointed Black Caps head coach Rob Walter is confident he can encourage non-contracted players to appear in key matches for New Zealand. Top talent such...
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“Good step in the right direction": Walsh throws season-best, claims Diamond League title
Shot putter Tom Walsh feels he's heading in the right direction following his Diamond League triumph in Rome. The world indoor champion won with his first throw...
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Lydia Ko's strong finish 'bodes well for the third round' - commentator
Dangerous weather and then darkness has forced an end to play on day two of the US Women's Open golf major in Wisconsin. A number of players were still on the course...
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Who's likely to succeed Gary Stead as Black Caps coach?
While the race to succeed outgoing Black Caps coach Gary Stead narrows down to the final candidates, it's one name that was missing from the interview sheet that's...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 31 May 2025
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast 31st May 2025, abuse of referees in club sport has hit the headlines with Horowhenua-Kapiti RFU threatening...
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"A different kind of buzz": Tim Southee unpacks new coaching gig
Tim Southee has started his post-playing career, signing on to be a skills consultant for the England cricket team. He’s working alongside former captain Brendon...
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'Nobody wants this to continue': Rugby club takes stand against referee abuse
The Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union has taken the unprecedented step of threatening to cancel senior club rugby matches in response to escalating abuse towards match...
