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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Newstalk ZB
Auckland FC
All Blacks
Hurricanes
New Zealand
Super Rugby Pacific
Crusaders
Warriors
Super Rugby
Chiefs
Kane Williamson
New Zealand Rugby
a-League
Rugby
Christchurch
World Cup
Sydney FC
Auckland
New Zealand Cricket
All Whites
ANZ Premiership

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

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The Wellington Saints will take on the Southland Sharks at ILT Stadium in Invercargill.

Newstalk ZB sports commentator Nick Bewley joined Piney to discuss the grand final.

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This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap the start of the All Blacks' South Africa tour, with the team's victory over the Stormers.

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Newstalk ZB celebrates 100 years today, and veteran sports broadcaster Murray Deaker's been a key part of that history for decades.

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Recent Guests

Gian van Veen
Dutch rising darts star
PDC/Professional Darts Corporation
Episode: Gian van Veen: World Number 2 Darts player on his career, upcoming NZ Darts Masters
Stephen Fleming
England's test cricket coach appointment discussed on the show
England cricket
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 01 August 2026
Cameron Ponsonby
England-based cricket writer
The Athletic
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 01 August 2026
Stephen Adams
NBA player, founder of Pathway Foundation
Pathway Foundation, Warriors
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 01 August 2026
Shane Cameron
Boxer, author of Mountain Warrior
Self-published author
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 01 August 2026
Jan van Veen
Dutch darts player
PDC
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 01 August 2026
Steven Adams
Kiwi NBA star, founder of Pathways Trust
Pathways Trust / One NZ Warriors collaboration
Episode: Steven Adams: Kiwi NBA player on his career, building pathways for kids to get into sport, partnership with the Warriors
Aaron Kelver
Professional footballer joining Auckland FC
Auckland FC
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 July 2026
Liam Skeets
Motor racing driver, Lamborghini Asia competitor
VSR/Vincenzo Speri Racing
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 July 2026

Host

Jason Pine
Host of Weekend Sport on Newstark ZB

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Better with Piney

    So much better since Jason Pine took over from Martin Devlin. One hundred times better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    orcapoise
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Simon Drought

    Go the Nix!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simon Drought
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Sports fan

    Great interviews with some big name players. More motorsports Marty!

    Enjoy your passion for the team you support

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kiwi merd
    New Zealand6 years ago
  • Yes boy

    Murray Deaker would be proud

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nik Cella
    Australia7 years ago
  • Drs podcast

    Big fan of Marty and listened most days when he was on during the but struggle to be able to listen to the show on weekends so have had a look at the podcasts. What a mess!! Who ever put this together needs an uppercut, unnecessarily hard to navigate through. Probably the worst I’ve seen

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Rather_Bfishing
    New Zealand8 years ago

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Hosts insightful, interviews are well-prepared and diverse
Engaging weekend coverage with strong rugby insights
Occasional navigational issues noted by some listeners

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Apple Podcasts
#69
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#37
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#79
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#20
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#24
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#63
France/Sports/Rugby

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Wayne Goldsmith: coaching expert on the early challenges Dave Rennie had to overcome
Q: How important are early wins in establishing a mandate for change within the organization and fan base?
Early victories help build credibility for the coach and team, making it easier to implement longer-term plans and keep the backing of stakeholders as changes are introduced.
Wayne Goldsmith: coaching expert on the early challenges Dave Rennie had to overcome
Q: What should a new coach prioritise when taking over a team like the All Blacks with a World Cup on the horizon?
Focus on understanding each player individually, ask questions, listen to answers, and identify the real motivators behind their commitment, while using the existing strengths and leading smart, incremental changes rather than sweeping upheaval.
Steven Adams: Kiwi NBA player on his career, building pathways for kids to get into sport, partnership with the Warriors
Q: So how important is simply getting access to organized sport because that can be a challenge for some families. How important is that to remove those barriers and make participation possible for as many kids as possible?
Access is central; Adams explains his camps are free and that removing cost barriers through partnerships allows more kids to participate, with sponsors providing equipment and meals to keep families engaged and reduce the need to shop or spend extra time, ultimately broadening participation.
Michael Burgess: NZ Herald sports journalist on the Warriors being defeated by the Bulldogs in Sydney
Q: Burge, was this simply a case of the Bulldogs being the better side last night, or did the Warriors have themselves to blame in some key moments?
Burgess explains that while Christchurch the Bulldogs seemed to execute their game plan more effectively, the Warriors were not at their best, with issues in possession, decision-making, and defensive intensity contributing to the loss.
Gian van Veen: World Number 2 Darts player on his career, upcoming NZ Darts Masters
Q: Did your performances there, you know, when reaching the final earlier this year, how much of a boost did that give you, Gian? How much confidence did you gain from thinking to yourself, right, I really belong among the best players in the world?
It gave me massive confidence; finally reaching the final showed me I could compete with the best and perform on the biggest stage, which reinforced my belief that I belong at the top level.

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What is Weekend Sport about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekend sports discussion that centers on rugby union and football (soccer) in New Zealand, with broad coverage of domestic leagues, governance, and key international matchups. The show blends game analysis, live calls, and in-depth interviews with players, coaches, and administrators, along with human-interest pieces about fans and off-field stories. Notable throughlines include Moana Pacifica and Pacific rugby pathways, governance and eligibility debates in NZ Rugby, and high-profile performances across Super Rugby Pacific, the A-League, and cricket. The format is fast-paced, with expert guests, cross-code chatter, and audience interaction driving the conversation, making it a go-to for listeners who want comprehensive weekend sports co... more

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Recent guests on Weekend Sport include:

1. Gian van Veen
2. Stephen Fleming
3. Cameron Ponsonby
4. Stephen Adams
5. Shane Cameron
6. Jan van Veen
7. Steven Adams
8. Aaron Kelver

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