Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

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

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May 10, 2025 10 mins

This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap the Warriors' latest win, the Chiefs' latest win, the A-League semi-finals and the NBA playoffs.

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US sports correspondent Leon Busby joined Piney to recap the NBA season and NHL playoffs.

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Mystics coach Tia Winikerei is excited by what their new shooter will bring to the team.

Australian shooter Donnell Wallam is set to debut for the two-time defending ANZ Premiership champions when they start their 2025 campaign against the Stars. 

She joined Piney to discuss.

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May 10, 2025 124 mins
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The Tall Blacks have been dealt a couple of losses during the trans-Tasman throwdown, but the team's hoping to turn their luck around.

The Australian Boomers beat the Kiwi side 92-67 in Game 2 on the Sunshine Coast.

Tall Blacks coach Judd Flavell joined Piney to discuss.

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It's been a big season for GoMedia Stadium as Auckland FC kept drawing in the crowds - and they're set to go bigger ahead of the upcoming play-off games.

An extra 2700 seats will be added to GoMedia Stadium ahead of Auckland's second leg semi-final on Saturday, 24 May.

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited’s Director of Auckland Stadiums, James Parkinson, joined Piney to discuss.

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After lifting up the Premiers Plate in their first season in the competition, Auckland FC are gearing up for the two-leg A-League semi-finals. 

The Kiwi side is set to face off against Melbourne Victory next Saturday.

A-League commentator Daniel McBreen joined Piney to discuss.

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The Chiefs have maintained their position atop the Super Rugby standings after a come-from-behind 35-19 win over the Crusaders in Christchurch.

The visitors overcame a 16-point deficit late in the first half - keeping the Crusaders scoreless in the second to put themselves in the box seat for home advantage during the playoffs.

Chiefs midfielder Quinn Tupaea joined Piney to discuss.

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The Warriors are celebrating after a narrow victory over the Dragons, but feedback indicates there's room for improvement.

They hung on for a 15-14 victory - and their fourth straight win has put the Warriors second on the NRL ladder.

Assistant coach Stacey Jones joined Piney to discuss.

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The Black Ferns kick off their Pacific Four test rugby campaign against Australia in Newcastle tonight. 

Piney catches up with Rugby commentator Taylah Johnson to discuss what the teams will hope to gain out of this game ahead of the World Cup later this year. 

“Every person that wears a black jersey today needs to stamp their mark.” 

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May 9, 2025 124 mins

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 10th March 2025, confusion continues to surround netball circles, with Grace Nweke’s Silver Ferns eligibility still up in the air. Netball NZ Board Chair Matt Whineray joined the show to discuss what makes the decision so tough. 

Sky rugby commentator Tony Johnson previews tonight's top of the table clash between the Crusaders and the Chiefs. 

And the Lions squad ...

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Eden Park has been ruled out for hosting the A-League men's finals series. 

Auckland FC will stage the second leg of their semifinal series at Go Media Stadium – allowing the team to retain their home field advantage. 

CEO Nick Becker joined Piney to discuss what the news means for the club. 

“It’s what we were pushing for.” 

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The British and Irish Lions touring squad to Australia has been named. 

The inclusion of 20-year-old Henry Pollock raised eyebrows, the traditional bolter only having played 30 minutes of test rugby. 

BBC Rugby Commentator James Burridge joined Piney to discuss the squad. 

“He talks a very good game, but he can talk it as well.” 

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There’s a lot on the line tonight as the Crusaders host the Chiefs. 

The top of the table clash has implications for the playoffs, with the outcome deciding who will get the home advantage. 

Sky Sport Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson joined Piney to preview the game.  

“It’s going to be huge for both of them.” 

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Netball New Zealand may be changing up its eligibility rules. 

The body says it's currently looking at them, as the ANZ Premiership gets under way today without leading Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke. 

The 23-year-old isn't available for the Ferns as she's based in Australia this season. 

Netball NZ chair Matt Whineray says it's about maintaining a high-performance professional system here. 

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Netball New Zealand says it is looking at its eligibility rules as the ANZ Premiership gets under way today without Grace Nweke. 

The star test shooter isn't available for the Ferns, as she's based in Australia this season. 

Former Silver Fern Adine Wilson told Jason Pine while New Zealand are a much better side with Nweke involved, there are two sides to the debate. 

“She’s an Irene van Dyk of my era – she is someon...

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May 3, 2025 124 mins
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This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the Hurricanes v Chiefs clash, the latest Warriors victory, the NBA playoffs and Auckland FC breaking their streak.

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The World Snooker Championship final is due to take place.

After a thrilling semi-final where Mark Williams edged out Judd Trump - he's secured himself a spot in the final against Zhao Xintong.

Snooker writer Michael Day joined Piney to discuss.

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A great day has turned sour for Liam Lawson at the Miami Grand Prix.

He was found guilty of causing Fernando Alonso to crash and stripped of his two points in the Sprint Race...then he qualified a lowly 15th for tomorrow's feature race.

Alex Powell and Eric Thompson joined Piney to discuss.

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