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Sport Nation Mornings

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New Zealand
Horse Racing
Auckland FC
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Rugby League
Rugby Union
Commonwealth Games
NRL
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World Cup
Springboks
Cricket
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing
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South Africa
England
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Sport Nation Mornings set the agenda and cover the big talking points with Tony Johnson and Riccardo Ball on Mondays to Wednesdays. On Thursdays and Fridays, Alex Chapman picks up the mic alongside Ric.

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Ric & Chappy compile a 5-leg Betcha multi from your texts and calls to help you get some extra change from the weekend of sport.

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Thoroughbred Racing Update with Trackside NZ’s Thad Taylor on Sport Nation Mornings including a preview of this weekend thoroughbred action across the country

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Taranaki Prop Jared Proffit joins the show to chat about being the 33rd Player in history to play 100 Matches for Taranki, Getting the stadium temporarily named after him, How Taranaki has been this season, Beauden Barrett coming back to the team, an... more

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Recent Guests

Thaddeus Taylor
Horse racing analyst (aka Thad Taylor George)
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Episode: Full Show - Mornings with Ric & Chappy (25/09/26)
Craig Cumming
Treble-winning cricket coach joining from Nottingham
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Episode: Craig Cumming Interview | The Most 'Winning-est' Cricket Coach
Carl Budge
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Episode: Ric v Chappy | The Betcha Battle Multi (25/09/26)
Eddie Hearn
Boxing promoter
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Episode: News Clippings with Masport (25/09/26)
Zach Butcher
Leading harness racing driver
NZ Harness Racing
Episode: Full Show | The Midweek Mail Run with Michael Guerin & Tony Johnson (16/9/26)
Zachary Butcher
Harness driver
Harness racing
Episode: Top Harness Driver Zachary Butcher (16/9/26)
Jess Brosnan
Trainer; advocate for jumps racing
Jess Brosnan and Peter (trainers)
Episode: Jess Brosnan | 2026 Great New Zealand Jumps Carnival (16/9/26)
Al Gruskin
US tennis commentator
ESPN/State-side broadcaster
Episode: Full Show | Mornings with Tony Johnson (14/9/26)
Brian McKechnie
Former NZ international, guest
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Episode: Full Show | Mornings with Tony Johnson (14/9/26)

Hosts

Tony Johnson
Host on Sport Nation Mornings with broad sports coverage and rugby/broadcasting expertise.
Riccardo Ball
Co-host known for sports banter, insider insights, and broad coverage across multiple sports.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Riccardo Ball is the best!

    Riccardo is the best broadcaster on Sport Nation in my opinion. Please can we have more Riccardo Ball on air - he does a great job. And get him in the Auckland FC tank top more too please.

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    happychappy1234
    Australia2 years ago

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Prominent guests and strong on-site insights keep audiences coming back.
Riccardo Ball is the best broadcaster on Sport Nation, in my opinion.
Listeners appreciate the host banter and betting angles.
The betting segments add practical value for weekend punters.
Coverage of NZ sports events feels timely and well-informed.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Full Show - Mornings with Ric & Chappy (24/9/26)
Q: What is the core issue NZ Rugby needs to solve according to Ross Karl?
The core issue is balancing governance and votes so that the national game can be steered toward a sustainable model, reducing duplication and waste while maintaining the pathway for players from NPC to Super Rugby and the All Blacks.
Aotearoa Rugby Pod Host Ross Karl | The NZ Rugby Summit Today (24/9/26)
Q: Do you think the three proposed competition ideas will drive meaningful change or just a mild adjustment?
Karl believes there is cautious optimism but acknowledges that the ideas may be unbaked and require further refinement; the real shift will come from clarified governance and a more pragmatic, accountable pathway system rather than just three new formats.
Aotearoa Rugby Pod Host Ross Karl | The NZ Rugby Summit Today (24/9/26)
Q: What do you make of all of this, Chappie?
Ross Karl suggests the summit is about identifying a sustainable path forward rather than immediate, sweeping changes, emphasizing the need for governance reform and a practical plan that aligns NPC development with Super Rugby through formal feeder structures.
Craig Cumming Interview | The Most 'Winning-est' Cricket Coach
Q: What role does the ECB or local structures play in shaping your coaching approach?
Craig notes that while England setups have performance programs, his focus remains on authentic relationships and ensuring programs are tailored to the New Zealand context, with close collaboration across domestic coaches and development pathways.
Craig Cumming Interview | The Most 'Winning-est' Cricket Coach
Q: How do you manage developing young players within a fully professional, year-round schedule?
He explains a strong emphasis on relationship-building, clear planning, and giving players spaces to learn from mistakes, while maintaining high expectations and a deep support network around coaching staff and fitness personnel.

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Sport Nation Mornings is a fast-paced sports talk show centered on rugby, horse racing, boxing, football, and broader sports news. Across recent episodes, hosts steer lively debates, betting insights, and insider perspectives from coaches, analysts, and former players, with a strong emphasis on New Zealand teams and events. A recurring strength is its blend of expert analysis, banter, and timely coverage of both domestic leagues and international competitions, plus a clear spotlight on betting angles and fan engagement. The show often features prominent guests from rugby, racing, and women's football, and has built a recognizable rhythm around timely match previews, race previews, and historical context. This mix is likely to appeal to enga... more

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