All Sport Breakfast Canterbury

All Sport Breakfast Canterbury

Every Saturday morning, Lesley Murdoch brings you the best in local, national and international sport. Previews, reviews, results and reaction from our own backyard, around New Zealand and across the world. If it’s sport, we’ll cover it ... with a red and black tinge! All Sport Breakfast with Lesley Murdoch, 7 - 9am Saturdays on Newstalk ZB.

Episodes

May 30, 2025 6 mins

Cooper Moore's clawed his way from five shots back to claim victory at a prestigious junior golf event in Hong Kong. 

He's been crowned the Asia-Pacific boys champion after making four back nine birdies to finish two clear of the field at nine-under-par. 

The 16-year-old Cantabrian had to navigate a half-hour mid-round weather delay. 

He joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about his win and his continued rise through th...

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The ANZ Premiership is well underway, and teams have begun to settle into the competition. 

Lesley Murdoch was joined by former Silver Fern and Tactix captain Maree Bowden to discuss the Tactix performances so far, as well as the competition in general. 

They also discussed the number of overseas players in ANZ and the drift of players to the Australian competition. 

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This week the Elmwood Trading Company brings us one the big personalities of Canterbury Golf, Mike "Baggy" Taylor. 

Taylor is a handy 5 handicap player out of the Pegasus club, a club champion, and the manager of the Canterbury men’s team. 

He joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about his involvement in the game and the thrill of seeing young players come up through the ranks. 

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Sports medicine Dr and pioneering figure in the sport of triathlon has been inducted as a Legend of Canterbury Sport at the Sport Canterbury annual awards night.

Hellemans well known for his innovative style of coaching and work with the likes of Erin Baker and Andrea Hewitt spoke with Lesley Murdoch the morning after the event about his career to date and that he has no intention of steeping back from his celebrated efforts.

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Not many can say they have captained their country in three different sports but one who can is Melissa Ruscoe who last night was awarded a Legend of Canterbury sport at the annual Canterbury Sports Awards.

Ruscoe who led the football, rugby and rugby sevens team during her playing career is now sharing her knowledge as a coach and teacher at Christchurch's Hillmorton High School spoke with Lesley Mudoch about her award.

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Crusaders half back Mitchell Drummond became just the 8th Crusader to don the jersey 150 times in last nights derby match against the Highlanders.

Drummy as he is known spoke with Lesley Murdoch the morning after about the milestone, the match and how much the Crusaders mean to him.

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Prop Tanner Stowers-Smith became the latest of the One New Zealand Warriors’ home-grown new breed to debut in the Round 11 NRL match against the Dolphins at Suncorp Stadium over the weekend.

A product of the Halswell Hornets and St. Bede’s College, Stowers-Smith excelled in both rugby league and rugby union as a schoolboy but opted for rugby league after finishing his schooling.

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Supercars coming to Christchurch.

Long time Canterbury Car Club member Lindsay Kerr, author, commentator and all round good guy spoke with Lesley about the announcement during the week that the phenomenally popular Supercars is coming to Christchurch to race around Ruapuna from 2026.

It means a lot of work is required to get the track up to speed from a safety perspective but Kerr has no doubt it will be done well in time.

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The Weedons Golf Club is a fixture in the Selwyn District and with 669 members it’s one of Canterbury’s biggest.

Jonathan Stieller is the man that looks after the Weedons Golf Club, he runs the day to day operations for the golf club, as well as being one of the districts top golfers.

Jonathan spoke with Lesley Murdoch in association with the Elmwood Trading Company about the rapid growth of the club cross the last couple of years ...

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The Crusaders claimed victory over the Waratahs Friday night, beating them 48-33 in Sydney. 

It was a potentially sticky game for the Crusaders, however a powerful first half meant the ‘Tahs were left chasing the game. 

Coach Rob Penney and Captain David Havili spoke to the media following the win. 

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The Everglades Country Golf Club is a 9-hole course, established in 1967. 

It’s located 20 minutes north of central Christchurch, bordered by the Kaputone stream on two sides, and attracts players from all across the Canterbury district.  

In association with the Elmwood Trading Company, club president Quentin Ashdowne spoke with Lesley Murdoch about the course and the relationship between the owners and the club. 

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The Black Ferns are seeking to right the wrongs of 12 months ago. 

They’re squaring up against Canada for the Pacific Four series a year after the team rolled them in Christchurch. 

Three time Rugby World Cup winner and legend of the women’s game, Kendra Cocksedge joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about the importance of this match as they build towards this year’s World Cup.  

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This week Lesley Murdoch spoke with Jack Oldridge, President of the Kaiapoi Golf Club. 

It was established in 1907 – a compact but pleasant course a short 20 minutes drive from Christchurch.  

Kaiapoi has produced some golf notables including the 'Godfather' of Canterbury golf, Tom Whittaker, and more recently Amelia Garvey, a junior product of the club. 

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The Crusaders inducted three more players into their Hall of Fame.  

Mark Hammett, Caleb Ralph, and Greg Sommerville were awarded the honour at a world class function held at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre. 

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After over 20 years, a Kiwi wheelchair racer is representing New Zealand at a major international event. 

20-year-old Sarah James is one of three athletes on debut, selected for the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships in India this September. 

She joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about her journey to this moment and what we can expect from her in India. 

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Hannah King plans to keep putting her best foot forward. 

She was named for the Black Ferns squad for the upcoming Pacific Four Series, and joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about her selection. 

King also discussed the challenges she faces in getting a hold of the starting 10 jersey in a new-look squad ahead of the upcoming Rugby World Cup. 

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With thanks to the Elmwood Trading Company, this week Lesley was joined by Aaron Tallott from the Burnham Golf Club, a pleasant rural club directly opposite the Burnham Army Camp south of Christchurch. 

The club is rebuilding after a tough few years, but membership numbers are on a steady incline as Rolleston and Selwyn continue to grow. 

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A bittersweet week for Taha Kemara.  

Kemara has been ruled out of the remainder of the rugby season after suffering an ACL injury while playing against the Highlanders last week. 

On the positive side, he’s confirmed he has re-signed with the Crusaders through until 2028. 

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A chance to bring up a century of games for the Crusaders was a key factor behind prop George Bower's decision to re-sign with New Zealand Rugby until the end of the 2027 season. 

Bower's played 81 times since making his debut in 2019. 

The 22-test All Black wants to etch his name in the record books of the Crusaders' hundred club. 

He spoke with Lesley Murdoch about his decision to stick around. 

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Our golfing guru Mike Godinet joined Lesley Murdoch to give an update on how our Kiwi players are faring on the world stage, in association with the Elmwood Trading Company. 

Mike’s also a huge fan of rugby league, and touched on the tremendous effort from the Warriors against the Newcastle Knights in front of the sold out crowd in Christchurch. 

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