The Footlocker U18 Nationals is a Basketball New Zealand organised national tournament for Under 18 players that may have prioritised or specialized in basketball. This tournament provides the opportunity to compete against the top players from each region across the country in their age group. Tournament Coordinator Jay MacDonald joined D'Arcy Wal…

The Black Ferns are keen to continue their evolution ahead of next year's World Cup in England. New Zealand tackles Australia in Brisbane on Sunday afternoon, with coach Alan Bunting looking to trial some new on-field initiatives. The Ferns will also be chasing their 26th straight test win against the Wallaroos. Chryss Viliko joined D'Arcy Waldegra…

Our Australian Correspondent Jim Dolan gives us the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. Today’s chat included: - It's a big weekend for 'blues' fans. - It’s also a big weekend for Wallabies fans in Melbourne. - Everyone is out finding their 'green and gold' tracksuits. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Writer Jamie Wall and Rugby Commentator Hamish McKay. On this weekend's agenda: Scott 'Razor' Robertson's sticks with very similar side, are we worried about the Eden Park record? And is football really coming home to England? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

England will look to do what no team has done in 30 years in tonight's second test against the All Blacks... beat New Zealand at Eden Park. The hosts' last defeat at the Garden of Eden was in 1994 against France, since then going unbeaten in 48 games at the venue. All Black Hooker Asafo Aumua caught up with Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentator Elliott Smi…

Tonight's test match has the potential to be catastrophic for coach Scott Robertson. For the players too if they lose, but more so for the brand-new coach. The TAB say the All Blacks should overcome the English threat with relative ease, $1.25 plays $3.70, these betting bros are a relevant barometer in these spaces, but sport is sport, it has a nas…

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Graeme 'The Sportsfreak’ Beasley and Newstalk ZB Sports News Journalist Nathan Limm. On this weekend's agenda... Scott 'Razor' Robertson's first hit out as All Blacks Coach - does he have to win? Lulu Sun is the hottest ticket in town, and what's going on with the Football Ferns? It's still a sham…

Our Australian Correspondent Jim Dolan joined to give us the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. On today’s agenda: - The dawning of a new era in Australian Rugby. - It’s a big afternoon for the Wahs. - Controversy with an Olympic selection ahead of the Paris Games. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Māori All Blacks Head Coach Ross Filipo has made a handful of changes to his team as they look to secure their second win against Japan XV this Saturday at Toyota Stadium. Filipo has listed three debutants with Crusaders Taha Kemara (Te Whānau a Apanui, Te Whakatōhea), Highlanders Nikora Broughton (Ngā Rauru, Ngāti Ruanui), and Blues Corey Evans (T…

Auckland City FC will be aiming for a spot in the last eight of the Chatham Cup when they travel to the Waipa District of the Waikato to face in-form Lotto NRFL Southern Conference side Cambridge FC on Saturday afternoon. Auckland City Captain Mario Ilich joined D'Arcy to preview their clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson wants to stop England's line speed in tonight's first test at Dunedin's Forsyth Barr Stadium. The match is Robertson's first test in charge, having got the job last March. Robertson says England are a dangerous team if given time and space. Newstalk ZB and Gold Sport Commentator Paul Miller joined D'Arcy Waldegrave …

Tonight's test match, the opening salvo in Scott Robertsons attack on world rugby, has so many intriguing threads that it’s almost impossible to determine the most significant aspect of the most keenly anticipated home game of recent times. But regardless of a plethora of talking points, I suppose it all boils down to one thing. It’s not discipline…

Auckland Rugby Women's premier final (The Coleman Shield) is on this Saturday between Ponsonby and Marist. The final returns to Ponsonby's home ground of Western Springs after having to relocate in 2023 due to flood damage. Black Ferns and Ponsonby Captain Eloise Blackwell joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.c…

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Commentator Paul Allison and Rugby Writer Phil Gifford. On this weekend's agenda: Scott 'Razor' Robertson has named his first squad of the year, should we be more sympathetic towards Shaun Johnson? And who's getting up at 2am for the Cricket World Cup Final? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/l…

Our Australian Correspondent Jim Dolan is back to give us the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. On today’s agenda: - It's only June but it’s already crunch time in the NRL. - Australia's backing who they are calling the 'Demon'. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Six players are in line to make their debut for the Māori All Blacks in game one against Japan XV this Saturday, 10.00pm NZST at Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium, Tokyo. Highlanders and Canterbury’s Billy Harmon (Ngāi Tahu) was named openside flanker alongside Cullen Grace (Ngāti Whakaue) in No.8 and Cameron Suafoa (Ngāpuhi) blindside. Cam Suafoa joine…

The Central League is run by 'Capital Football' for association football clubs located in the southern and central parts of the North Island. It is a New Zealand top-tier competition during the winter season and sits at step two overall under the summer National League. Wellington Phoenix Reserves Captain Xuan Loke joined D'Arcy to preview their cl…

The Warriors want to remind their fans and fellow NRL teams what they're about when they play the Broncos at Mt Smart this afternoon. The Auckland franchise dropped to 13th on the ladder after a shock 60-point defeat to the Titans last week. Former Coach Frank Endacott joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the game and discuss what needs to change fo…

It’s probably just me, but there’s a perverse sense of comfort around the tail-spinning Warriors. Their accelerated plummet back to earth is a warm embrace from the past. Don’t get me wrong, the halcyon days of 2023 will always serve as a beacon of hope for fans of the club who have endured like no other over the last quarter of a century, but now …

The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km fun run, and Kids' Magic Mile are back on 23 June 2024. All races consist of flat out and back courses starting on the Sky Stadium Walkway and heading south on Waterloo Quay toward the Railway Station. Thousands of runners and walkers participate in this annual event, which was establis…

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Commentator Hamish McKay and Newstalk ZB Sports News Director Clay Wilson. On this weekend's agenda: Who's going to win Super Rugby Pacific, cricket contracts are becoming more and more difficult for NZC, and what's going on behind the scenes at New Zealand Football? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystu…

Our Australian Correspondent Jim Dolan brought us the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. On today’s agenda: - Origin is the great leveller for the NRL. - The Wallabies have named their squad for TRC. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

The table topping Tactix believe they've combated the possibility of fatigue being a factor in this afternoon's ANZ Premiership clash with the Southern Steel in Invercargill. They're coming off a six-day turn-around from their extra time triumph over the Pulse. Coach Marianne Delaney-Hoshek says they gave her players the beginning of the week off. …

Whoda thunk it? The Warriors play this afternoon, and they play second fiddle to rugby union. Granted, it’s an NRL regular season game versus a super rugby final, but for the Wahs to be overshadowed by the Blues is quite something right? Is it a case of the media losing interest in a team that appears to be losing touch with the NRLs top 8 after a …

The Blues are holding tightly to the pain of their 2022 final defeat to the Crusaders at Eden Park as they prepare to make another run for the Super Rugby title. The sold-out decider against the Chiefs could mark their first fully fledged championship since 2003. Blues lock Sam Darry joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview what’s set to be an intense f…

It's the 50th anniversary of Secondary Schools Cross Country Championships in Christchurch. New Zealand Athletics Association President Tony Rogers told D’Arcy Waldegrave “It’s a stone’s throw from the original in Cuthbert’s Green.” Rogers said “We've got 800 athletes – from 135 schools around the country.” LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener…

The inaugural Ice Hockey 3v3 Super Showdown is happening in Queenstown on June 14th and 15th, 2024. The 2024 Super Showdown will feature all six NZIHL teams as they face off in 3v3 tournament style play. GM Paris Heyd joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the event. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

The Chatham Cup is New Zealand's premier knockout tournament in men's association football. All matches will be played on the weekend of June 15th for the third round of both competitions (Kate Shepard Cup and Chatham Cup). Paul Hobson out of Birkenhead United joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview their fixture against Central United. LISTEN ABOVE. S…

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' consists of NZ Herald's Alex Powell and Graeme 'Sportsfreak' Beasley. On this weekend's agenda... The Blues too good for the Brumbies, but was anyone surprised? Can the Hurricanes make it to the big dance? And what's going wrong at New Zealand Cricket? LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …

Jim Dolan - Our Australian Correspondent, gives us the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. It's still all about Origin in New South Wales and Queensland All eyes on a certain athlete today. Australians are talking about Super Rugby for some reason. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan is brushing off suggestions his team are flying under the radar in Super Rugby. The Chiefs take on the top-seeded Hurricanes in this afternoon's semi-final in the capital, with the winner squaring off against the Blues in the decider. McMillan feels his side are building momentum at the right time. D'Arcy catches up wi…

In Super Rugby Pacific’s second semi-final, the Hurricanes will face last season’s runners-up, the Chiefs. The game is expected to be much more competitive than Friday night’s semi-final in Auckland. Hurricanes coaching staff Bryn Evans told D’Arcy Waldegrave “There was an emotive aspect we had to deal with last week with the Rebels.” Evans said “T…

The Northern Mystics are embracing the challenge to hold on to their play-off position in the ANZ Premiership. The defending champs have lost their last three matches and now sit just two points ahead of the Magic in the race for a top 3 placing and finals netball. Phoenix Karaka joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE. See omny…

Can the Wahs pick their biggest bogey this evening at Mt Smart? The offending nose goblin, lodged deep in the nostril of the home team for 15 consecutive games, is even money to be picked and flicked as the Warriors look to pick up their fourth win on the bounce this year. A full house, the return of Shaun Johnson to an almost full-strength side an…

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Writers Phil Gifford and Jamie Wall. On this weekend's agenda: Have people forgotten about the Cricket World Cup already? The Premier League decided to keep the VAR, and was the Joseph Sua'a'li'i tackle worthy of a send-off? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Eight of New Zealand’s top fighters will be squaring off under international K-1 rules on June 8th at the Eventfinda Stadium. In the electric atmosphere of an elimination 8-man tournament, the format requires the winner to defeat 3 opponents in a single night and provides the ultimate test of both skill and endurance. D'Arcy made his way to the CKB…

Our Australian Correspondent Jim Dolan is back to give us the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. On today’s agenda: - Who is making changes for Origin Two? - Australian Rugby has a new saviour. - Things are on the up for Australia's favourite team. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

The Blues insist they're ready for whichever Fijian Drua side emerges from under the Eden Park tunnel tonight in their Super Rugby Pacific quarter final. The Drua haven't managed a road win this season, with their six wins all coming in Fiji. Kurt Eklund joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview their clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for p…

It's a battle of the cellar dwellers this afternoon in Auckland when the Northern Stars host the Southern Steel in netball's ANZ Premiership. It's pretty much a must-win for both sides, if they're to make the post-season. The Steel, who've won two games from eight attempts, are second-bottom but surprisingly have the same points as the winless, dea…

The Hurricanes are bracing for the Rebels to come out swinging in what could be their last-ever Super Rugby Pacific game. The visitors will be looking to go out on a high after being dumped from Super Rugby due to financial difficulties ahead of the first playoffs in their 14-year history. Jordie Barrett joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clas…

Afghanistan, West Indies, Uganda, Papua New Guinea. On the face of it, New Zealand's journey toward the knockout stages of the T20 World Cup doesn’t appear to be onerous. New Zealand starts their campaign late, nearly a week after the comp got up and running. They enter the fray with no warmup games under their belt. Some of the team didn't arrive …

The 2024 Oceania Athletics Championships will take place in Suva, Fiji 1-8 June. The event will include U18 and Open age groups New Zealand Team Captain and 110m Hurdler Josh Hawkins joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss the meet. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Commentator Hamish McKay and Newstalk ZB Sports Journalist Nathan Limm. On this weekend's agenda: The NZR Governance debacle, are the Rebels a loss to Super Rugby, were Auckland FC's new signings a bit underwhelming? And should Beauden Barrett have been allowed to play for the Blues? LISTEN …

Our Australian Correspondent Jim Dolan is back to give the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. On the agenda this morning: -The 'Blues' are weirdly looking for injury at training. -The stars have been left out of the NRL... All because of 'Origin'. -Super Rugby is at the pointed end. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

Super Rugby's playoff picture comes down to the final three matches this evening, with the Hurricanes, Blues, and Brumbies all fighting for top position. Both the Hurricanes and Blues are tied on points at the top —with the Blues ahead on points difference— and the Brumbies just three points back. The action kicks off with the Hurricanes hosting th…

Chiefs first-five Damian McKenzie insists his side won't be surrendering easily against the Blues in tonight's Super Rugby clash at Eden Park. That's despite the Chiefs locking up a top-four spot on the ladder, with a home quarterfinal all but secured. McKenzie expects tonight's Kiwi derby to bring the best out of his team. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystu…

Stadia? Governance? Socks and undies for Christmas. I’m done. 6 months until the zombie of Auckland venues rises again and staggers around the place before eating its own brain and who knows how long before NZ Rugby essentially does the same thing. I’m going to let the undead do their lie in a hole and focus on what is very much alive in rugby, Sup…

The latest edition of 'The All-Star Panel' features Rugby Commentator Paul Allison and Graeme 'The Sportsfreak' Beasley. On this weekend's agenda: Was Rob Penney right to drop the C-Bomb? The Warriors don't seem to be able to control Addin Fonua-Blake, and are we forced to care about the NZR governance review? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listen…

Our Australian Correspondent Jim Dolan gave us the latest from the wonderful wide world of Aussie sport. On the agenda today: - The Sharks will find out if they are actually the real deal - There’s a big fixture ahead in the A-League - Yet another Australian coach in trouble... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Expected a wounded Black Ferns outfit to come out firing against the Wallaroos this afternoon in their first Laurie O'Reilly contest in North Harbour. New Zealand suffered their first ever loss to Canada last weekend, conceding the Pacific Four Series title to boot. Lock Alana Bremner says there have been some tough conversations this week. LISTEN …