Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.

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Today · 13 min
Nick Bewley: Newstalk ZB sports commentator previews NBL grand final
The Wellington Saints will take on the Southland Sharks at ILT Stadium in Invercargill. Newstalk ZB sports commentator Nick Bewley joined Piney to discuss the grand final. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today · 10 min
James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on the All Blacks opening their South Africa tour with a win
This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap the start of the All Blacks' South Africa tour, with the team's victory over the Stormers. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today · 16 min
Murray Deaker: sports broadcaster looks back on career memories as ZB turns 100
Newstalk ZB celebrates 100 years today, and veteran sports broadcaster Murray Deaker's been a key part of that history for decades. For more than 30 years, Murray Deaker's been inspiring debate and discussion, breaking big sports stories, and been interacting with some of the biggest names in Kiwi sport. He joined Piney to look back on some career highlights to mark the occasion. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today · 2 hr 4 min
Full Show Podcast: 09 August 2026
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Today · 18 min
Dame Lisa Carrington: flatwater canoeist and Olympian looks back on athletic legacy and Newstalk ZB's history
Dame Lisa Carrington has made New Zealand sporting history as an eight-time gold medallist, but she's acknowledged the journey that led to her sporting success. She's still got her heart set on continuing her canoeing hot streak at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, even with a baby on the way due for September. She joined Piney to look back on her athletic career and sporting legacy. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today · 7 min
Will Stodart: Otago lock on the team facing off against Canterbury for the Ranfurly Shield
Otago and Canterbury are set to face off for the Ranfurly Shield at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin. Otago won the shield off Canterbury in September last year. Otago lock Will Stodart joined Piney to discuss the action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today · 16 min
Sam Cane: former All Blacks captain on his move to support new rapid response concussion Hit Kit
Rugby is known for its physicality and heavy collisions and former All Blacks captain Sam Cane is advocating for some new safety measures. He’s joined Helen Tufui, founder of the Headache Clinic, as an ambassador for Hit Kit, a rapid response concussion kit designed to help athletes, coaches, parents and sporting organisations respond quickly and confidently after a head knock. Sam Cane joined Piney to explain further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yesterday · 13 min
Eddie Hearn: Boxing Promoter on Joseph Parker's suspension being lifted, his return to the ring
It’s been a turbulent year for Kiwi heavyweight Joseph Parker. After his loss to Fabio Wardley in London last October, Parker was provisionally suspended after returning a positive drug test. This week, the UK’s Anti-Doping Agency lifted that suspension, clearing him to return to the ring. Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn joined Piney to discuss where Parker sits in the heavyweight hierarchy following his return. He also weighs in on the unbeaten Australian up-and-comer Teremoana Teremoana, who headlines in Australia next week against fellow knockout artist DeAndre Savage. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yesterday · 7 min
Slade Griffin: Warriors Assistant Coach on the team's victory over the Penrith Panthers
The Warriors have strengthened their push for a top two finish with an impressive win over the Panthers. The third-placed Warriors pulled out to a 22-nil lead before their opponents threatened to make a late charge before ultimately going down 28-12 at Mt Smart. Assistant Coach Slade Griffin joined Piney to discuss their performance, praising his side’s physicality and the impact of the pre-match haka led by James Fisher-Harris, which helped set the tone for a memorable night. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yesterday · 9 min
Ryan Girdler: Former Penrith Panthers player reviews the clash between the Warriors and Panthers
The Warriors have sent another warning to the rest of the NRL with their 28-12 win over Penrith. Former Panthers star Ryan Girdler was at Mt Smart for the clash, and says seeing the atmosphere in person reinforces how dangerous the team could be if they secure a home final. He joined Piney to review the Warriors’ dominant performance, Luke Metcalf's impressive return, and the rapid rise of exciting young forward Leka Halasima. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yesterday · 2 hr 5 min
Full Show Podcast: 08 August 2026
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Yesterday · 9 min
Mike Blair: All Blacks Assistant Coach reviews the performance against the Stormers
A shaky first outing for the All Blacks to open their tour of South Africa, the team needed a late surge to secure the win in Cape Town. The match was locked at 14-all before the All Blacks scored four tries in the final 15 minutes against the Stormers. Assistant Coach Mike Blair told Piney they’re pleased to get the win, but there’s plenty to work on as well. He says they loved the resilience the team had, but they’re frustrated at a few of the missed opportunities they could’ve made on other days. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 2 · 7 min
James McOnie: The Crowd Goes Wild host on the continuing action from the Commonwealth Games
This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap the continuing action from the Commonwealth Games. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 2 · 2 hr 4 min
Full Show Podcast: 02 August 2026
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August 2 · 8 min
Yvonne Willering: former Silver Ferns coach speaks ahead of the team's clash against Jamaica
The Silver Ferns are confident they can snap their 16-year Commonwealth Games title drought. New Zealand hasn't won netball gold since the 2010 Delhi Games, but are into the Glasgow final against Jamaica - starting at midnight tonight. Former Silver Ferns coach Yvonne Willering joined Piney to preview the upcoming match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 2 · 13 min
Marcus Daniell: former Kiwi tennis star on his role with the non-profit High Impact Athletes
Former Kiwi tennis star Marcus Daniell has moved away from the court and into helping athletes connect with charities. Marcus is the executive director at High Impact Athletes, a non-profit organisation that he co-founded with fellow Olympian Hugo Inglis - which connects athletes with charities focused on global health, poverty, animal welfare and climate change. He joined Piney to explain further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 2 · 15 min
Brendan Nel: South African rugby writer on the All Blacks arriving in Cape Town ahead of South Africa tour
The entirety of the All Blacks squad - minus Ardie Savea - have now arrived in Cape Town and they've been welcomed into the fortress they'll play at twice on the Greatest Rivalry tour. A public event was held at DHL Stadium, with around 5000 fans watching on. It's a city where the All Blacks have traditionally had strong support and they'll face the Stormers there next weekend as well as play the second test there. South African rugby writer Brendan Nel joined Piney to discuss ahead of next week's game. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 2 · 13 min
Pedro Moreira: Auckland FC's new coach on what he can bring to the team
Pedro Moreira won't be completely overhauling Auckland FC, as he begins his reign as the team's head coach. The new gaffer believes bringing his Portuguese style and adding it to the club's already championship-winning ways will drive continued successes in the men's A-League. Moreira joined Piney to explain further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 2 · 6 min
Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad: Warriors fullback on the team defeating the Gold Coast Titans 42-6
The Warriors have maintained 3rd place on the NRL table after a 42-6 blitzing of the Titans on the Gold Coast. Warriors coach Andrew Webster was especially pleased former Titans Alofiana Khan-Pereira and Erin Clark, especially when Clark put a deft kick to Khan-Pereira who set up Leka Halasima to score. Fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad joined Piney to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 1 · 10 min
Gian van Veen: World Number 2 Darts player on his career, upcoming NZ Darts Masters
The New Zealand Darts Masters is just around the corner. It’ll bring the biggest names to our shores to compete against our best local talent. One of those names is World Championship finalist Gian van Veen, who told Piney there’s definitely danger in the matches, as they’ve seen in the past that there’s are a lot of good players in our corner of the world. He says it’s also a good opportunity for local players to show the world what they’re capable of. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.