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Sport Nation NZ

Sport Nation
New Zealand Rugby
Wimbledon
All Blacks
Euro 2024
Yukon River
England Rugby
Chris Foy
Scott Worthington
Dave Maitland
Ross Taylor
International Rugby
Nick Ashill
Major League Cricket Season 2
England Football Team
Cristiano Ronaldo
Mikhail Saka
Cancer Society
Warriors
Major League Cricket
Olympics

SENZ is now Sport Nation - the Kiwi voice of sport! Download the new app today on the App Store and Google Play.

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Latest Episodes

Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson - Full Show

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Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson - Full Show.

Featuring legendary Australian commentator Gordon Bray talking rugby, Ashes and all things Australian sport, Craig Kirkwood on Sam Ruthe's record-breaking run, Softball NZ CEO Rebecca Minkley on all th... more

Michael Campbell documentary executive producer Kelsen Butler joins Mark Watson to chat about the making of the doco, as well as reminiscing on Campbell's remarkable achievement in the world of golf.

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Marathon runner Ben Prince-Saxon joined Mark Watson to chat about his challenge of running 12 marathons in 12 months, raising money for Cystic Fibrosis NZ. His last marathon is next Sunday, December 14, at 6am at Auckland Domain.

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Kiwi runner Sam Ruthe's coach, Craig Kirkwood, joined Mark Watson to chat about Ruthe's recent achievements at the Secondary Schools national champs.

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Legendary Australian broadcaster Gordon Bray joined Mark Watson to chat Ashes, Wallabies, Australian Open (Golf) and more in an extended chat.

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Softball NZ CEO Rebecca Minkley joined Mark Watson for a chat about what's coming up for Softball this summer and where the sport is at currently in New Zealand.

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Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson - Full Show

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Recent Guests

Zach Franich
Representative from Surf Life Saving NZ
Surf Life Saving NZ
Episode: Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson - Full Show (14/12/25)
Ben Prince-Saxon
Marathon runner diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, undertaking a challenge of running 12 marathons in 12 months.
Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand
Episode: Marathon runner Ben Prince-Saxon | Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson (7/12/25)
Rebecca Minkley
CEO of Softball New Zealand
Softball New Zealand
Episode: Softball NZ CEO Rebecca Minkley | Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson (7/12/25)
Graham Hill
New Zealand Olympic swim coach
North Shore Swimming
Episode: Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson - Full Show (30/11/25)
Luke Ronchi
Black Caps assistant coach
New Zealand Cricket
Episode: Sunday Afternoons with Tom Bartlett - Full Show (17/08/25)
Mark Cleaver
New Zealand Darts champion
Episode: Sunday Afternoons with Tom Bartlett - Full Show (17/08/25)
Pete Fitzsinger
Former Olympic marathon runner and New Zealand sports administrator
Episode: Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson - Full Show (03/08/25)
Braydon Harrison
Football player and commentator
Episode: Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson - Full Show (03/08/25)
Sam Keats
Course superintendent at Royal Wellington Golf Club
Royal Wellington Golf Club
Episode: Volunteering at Royal Portrush | Royal Wellington's Sam Keats speaks with Sport Nation golf correspondent David Bieleski

Host

Mark Watson
Host of Sport Nation, presenting discussions on various aspects of sports in New Zealand, alongside guest interviews.

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Talking Points

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Softball NZ CEO Rebecca Minkley | Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson (7/12/25)
Q: Are you happy with where coaching capacity is at?
Minkley expresses satisfaction, noting a good structure and encouraging more people to get involved in coaching.
Softball NZ CEO Rebecca Minkley | Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson (7/12/25)
Q: How healthy is the sport at secondary school?
Rebecca mentions that there is a weakness in secondary school involvement but acknowledges efforts to support regional development.
Volunteering at Royal Portrush | Royal Wellington's Sam Keats speaks with Sport Nation golf correspondent David Bieleski
Q: What's the process of Royal Wellington kind of getting the bit and throwing their hat into the ring to host such a prestigious event?
Royal Wellington successfully hosted the Men's Asia Pacific Amateur Championship in 2017 and has been motivated to continue hosting high-level amateur events.
Volunteering at Royal Portrush | Royal Wellington's Sam Keats speaks with Sport Nation golf correspondent David Bieleski
Q: How do you think that affects play when they're adapting to those conditions where the greens are running a little bit slower?
The best putters adapt relatively quickly, and while slower greens may challenge some players, the feedback has been positive about their true performance.
Sunday Afternoons with Mark Watson - Full Show (20/07/25)
Q: How did you deal with the altitude yourself?
I didn't find it too bad. I went running every morning.

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Content primarily focuses on the vibrant world of New Zealand sports, offering commentary and insights on various sporting events, athletes, and teams. Episodes frequently dive into topics such as rugby, cricket, and local sports, while also tackling pertinent issues like athlete well-being and community involvement in sports. Unique guest appearances from industry leaders, including athletes and coaches, provide listeners with a comprehensive view of the sports landscape, weaving personal stories and professional insights. The podcast aims to engage avid sports fans, bringing them closer to the players they admire and the games they follow, while fostering discussions that reflect the cultural significance of sports in New Zealand.

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4. The Good, The Bad & The Rugby: Australia & New Zealand
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Sport Nation NZ launched 5 years ago and published 400 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Sport Nation NZ?

Recent guests on Sport Nation NZ include:

1. Zach Franich
2. Ben Prince-Saxon
3. Rebecca Minkley
4. Graham Hill
5. Luke Ronchi
6. Mark Cleaver
7. Pete Fitzsinger
8. Braydon Harrison

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