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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 second hour of Afternoons with Staffy. Staffy is joined by Anna Willcos to talk through the announcement of New Zealand's Milano Cortina participants and ATR Executive GM of Racing Craig Baker on a cool intiative happening at tomorrow's Karaka... more

Sky Sports presenter & Olympian Anna Willcox joins Mark Stafford to talk through the announcement of New Zealand's Winter Olympians heading to Milano Cortina.

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In the opening hour of Afternoons with Staffy. Staffy is joined by callers and texters to talk through a variety of sporting topics.

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In the third and final hour of Afternoons with Staffy. Staffy is joined by groundsman Karl Johnson to talk grass and Guy Heveldt in-studio ahead of his show this afternoon. Also in the hour, a couple of headlines ... RWC27 will not have a match at th... more

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Recent Guests

Nicolas Lamperin
Tournament Director of the ASB Classic
ASB Classic
Episode: Mondays with McHardy Hour 2 - ASB Tournament Director Nicolas Lamperin, 'One Kick at a Time', 'Over/Under Reactions', a TAB odds update & more
Ted Feldbrugge
Author and speaker on adversity and mental fitness
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 3 - 'In The Spin of a Wheel' author Ted Feldbrugge, Show Cross w/ Brad Lewis, 'Lost in the Wash' & bloopers from the year
Molly Spark
Adventure racer who participated in one of the toughest adventure races known to mankind.
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 2 - Adventure Racer Molly Spark, 'Across The Ditch' w/ Brenton Speed & a TAB odds update w/ Thad Taylor
Nikhil Kulkami
Author of 'My Summer of Cricket'
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 3 - 'My Summer of Cricket' author Nikhil Kulkami, former Blackcaps spinner Todd Astle & a Show Cross w/ Millsy
Todd Astle
Former Blackcaps spinner and co-founder of the charity Better Man
Better Man
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 3 - 'My Summer of Cricket' author Nikhil Kulkami, former Blackcaps spinner Todd Astle & a Show Cross w/ Millsy
Andrew Gaze
General Manager of Takarawai, supporting high-performance coaches
Takarawai
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 2 - Henry Moore & Andrew Gaze thanks to Tavendale Lawyers, 'Across The Ditch' w/ Brenton Speed & Thad Taylor shares a TAB update
Leonie Lever
Former Silver Fern and high-performing netball coach
Episode: Afternoons with Staffy Hour 1 - Talkback Hour
Kate McHardy
Surf lifesaving champion and Mount Monster title holder
Episode: Mondays with McHardy Hour 3 - 'The Monday Mop-Up' w/ Matt Richens & Graeme Beasley, Mount Monster winner Kate McHardy & 'The Presser'
Matt Richens
Sports analyst and guest contributor
Episode: Mondays with McHardy Hour 3 - 'The Monday Mop-Up' w/ Matt Richens & Graeme Beasley, Mount Monster winner Kate McHardy & 'The Presser'

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
  • Riccardo Ball is the best!

    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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    Australia10 months ago

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Mondays with McHardy Hour 2 - ASB Tournament Director Nicolas Lamperin, 'One Kick at a Time', 'Over/Under Reactions', a TAB odds update & more
Q: How did you judge the level of tennis in 2026? Who impressed?
Nicolas noted impressive performances from young players like Alexandra Ayala and Eva Jovic, as well as Jakub Mansik.
Mondays with McHardy Hour 2 - ASB Tournament Director Nicolas Lamperin, 'One Kick at a Time', 'Over/Under Reactions', a TAB odds update & more
Q: What are the future plans for the ASB Classic?
There are plans for a fixed roof to improve weather reliability and enhance player conditions.
Mondays with McHardy Hour 2 - ASB Tournament Director Nicolas Lamperin, 'One Kick at a Time', 'Over/Under Reactions', a TAB odds update & more
Q: What are you most proud of, of the most recent event?
The event achieved the highest ever attendance in its history, indicating strong support from fans.
Sport Nation Day Show with Stephen McIvor (29/12/25)
Q: Would you rather have an American team in the Cup than not for the first time since 1851?
Yes, but I think we'd like a competitive American team in the Cup.
Summer Days w/ Stephen McIvor Hour 3 - ASB Classic Tournament Director Nicolas Lamperin, Former All Whites coach Ricki Herbert & 'The Presser'
Q: Can you imagine yourself as a young football player if you had these opportunities and these pathways, how different life might have been?
Ricki reflected on how fortunate young players are today with numerous pathways and opportunities in soccer, enjoying the simple pleasure of playing the game.

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1. Nicolas Lamperin
2. Ted Feldbrugge
3. Molly Spark
4. Nikhil Kulkami
5. Todd Astle
6. Andrew Gaze
7. Leonie Lever
8. Kate McHardy

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