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Sport Nation Afternoons

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Join Manawatu's finest, Mark Stafford for Sport Nation Afternoons every Tuesday to Friday from midday. Daniel McHardy picks up the mic for the start of the week, on Mondays with McHardy, and Mark Watson hosts Sunday Afternoons.

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In the third and final hour of Mondays with McHardy, Daniel McHardy was joined by Tom Bartlett & Nigel Yalden to unpack a stacked weekend of sport plus a show cross with Guy Heveldt.

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Tom Bartlett & Nigel Yalden join Daniel McHardy for the Monday Mop-Up to recap the stacked weekend of sport.

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In the second hour of Mondays with McHardy, Grant Elliott discussed the T20 final, The Presser and a TAB odds update.

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Former Black Cap Grant Elliott joins Daniel McHardy to dissect the Black Caps performance in the T20 final against India.

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Recent Guests

Yuki Miya
Amateur golfer who recently competed in the New Zealand Open
Amateur Golfer
Episode: Yuki Miya: Christchurch amateur golfer on performance at the NZ Open (3/3/26)
Nic Gill
Former strength and conditioning coach for the All Blacks, now with the Baltimore Ravens
Baltimore Ravens
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 2 - Nic Gill on leaving All Blacks, Thad Taylor from the TAB, Zac Lomax news
Nick Gill
Former Strength and Conditioning Coach for the All Blacks, transitioning to Vice President of Strength and Conditioning for the Baltimore Ravens.
Baltimore Ravens
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 1 - Super Rugby round three review with talkback calls on 0800 150 811
Corey Peters
Winter Paralympian number 188
Episode: Winter Paralympian Corey Peters: Life of a Sit-Down Skier
Thaddeus Taylor
TAB analyst
TAB
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 2 - Tony Johnson ahead of Super Rugby Round 3, Thad Taylor from the TAB, 'The Presser' & more
Todd Miller
A seasoned netball official with extensive experience in umpiring, statistics, and commentary
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 2 - Netball un-sung hero Todd Miller, a TAB odds update & 'The Water Cooler'
Jayden Lennox
Captain of the Central Districts cricket side and recent Black Caps debutant
Central Districts
Episode: Mondays with McHardy Hour 2 - Central Districts captain Jayden Lennox, 'The Presser', a TAB odds update & mroe
Darren Bazeley
Head coach of the All Whites.
All Whites
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 3 - The Jeremy Paul Show, Darren Bazeley on coaching the All Whites and a Show Cross with Guy Heveldt (20/2/26)
Ngani Laumape
Professional rugby player, currently with Moana Pacifica
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 2 - Ngani Laumape on rugby, Trevor Mckewen on Auckland Surf Park and a TAB odds update (20/2/26)

Hosts

Mark Stafford
Host of Sport Nation Afternoons, engaging with listeners on sports discussions and analysis.
Daniel McHardy
Co-hosting Mondays with McHardy, contributing to insightful sports commentary and talk back segments.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
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    Riccardo Ball does a great job when he’s broadcasting and is really good to listen to. Please can you give Riccardo Ball the regular gig.

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    happychappy1234
    Australiaa year ago

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Listeners praise the engaging commentary and the depth of analysis provided by the hosts.
People appreciate the balance of serious topics like mental health alongside light-hearted sports banter.
The show is recognized for bringing in interesting guests that add value to the discussions.

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Talking Points

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Afternoons with Staffy Hour 2 - Tony Johnson ahead of Super Rugby Round 3, Thad Taylor from the TAB, 'The Presser' & more
Q: What do you think about the potential of the rugby calendar being flipped upside down?
Josh expresses concerns that jumping straight to tests in February would eliminate players' build-up time, affecting the identification of new talent.
Afternoons with Staffy Hour 3 - NZ Open amateur Yuki Miya, a show cross, and 'The Weekend Hangover'
Q: What are your goals for the upcoming year?
A lot of it is world ranking and trying to make the Asia Pacific Team Championship.
Afternoons with Staffy Hour 3 - NZ Open amateur Yuki Miya, a show cross, and 'The Weekend Hangover'
Q: How do you get used to playing in front of large crowds?
I just treat it as just another round of golf. The more you do it, the more used to it you get.
Afternoons with Staffy Hour 3 - NZ Open amateur Yuki Miya, a show cross, and 'The Weekend Hangover'
Q: Do you feel like the last 12 months have been your best?
Yes, definitely performance-wise. I feel like I have made quite a few big improvements.
Afternoons with Staffy Hour 1 - Super Rugby round three review with talkback calls on 0800 150 811
Q: What are your thoughts on the All Blacks coaching situation?
The decision is expected to be announced soon, with formal interviews taking place this week.

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1. Yuki Miya
2. Nic Gill
3. Nick Gill
4. Corey Peters
5. Thaddeus Taylor
6. Todd Miller
7. Jayden Lennox
8. Darren Bazeley

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