
Weekend Sport with Jason Pine
12pm-3pm Weekends

Every Saturday and Sunday afternoon, Weekend Sport on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.
Whether it's on the international stage, or at the grassroots, we talk to the players, coaches, our sport correspondents and journalists, and most importantly... you.
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James McOnie: A surprise victory for Moana Pasifika
James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap Moana Pasifika's victory, the All Whites making it to the World Cup, and the Black Caps' latest performance. LISTEN...
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Kiwi sailor Conrad Colman announces bid to take on the Ocean Race
Kiwi offshore sailor Conrad Colman is hoping to take on the Ocean Race. He joined Piney to explain further. LISTEN ABOVE
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'We know we can play': Moana Pasifika coach recaps victory over Crusaders
Moana Pasifika aren't going to rest on their laurels after a shock first-ever win over the Crusaders in Super Rugby. Coach Tana Umaga wants more consistency for...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 30 March 2025
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 30 March, 2025, Toyota Racing Series founder Barrie Thomlinson joined Piney to discuss Liam Lawson's...
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'Boring non-debate': Conclusion to Auckland stadium saga met with disinterest
Auckland Council has officially endorsed an upgraded Eden Park as the city's main stadium - but they've made it clear they won't pay for it. Prime Minister Chris...
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'State of shock': Expert responds after Liam Lawson was axed from Red Bull
Racing experts and fans alike have reacted with shock after Liam Lawson was recently axed from Red Bull's senior Formula 1 team. Yuki Tsunoda has been promoted from...
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Jason Pine: Our drive for instant results is hurting elite sports
What Red Bull have done to Liam Lawson is an absolute disgrace. He's been given an opportunity to be the second driver in their team and has been given absolutely...
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Sam Ruthe's historic 4 minute mile shoes raise over 10k on TradeMe
A TradeMe auction is underway for the shoes teenager Sam Ruthe wore when making history as the youngest person to ever run a 4 minute mile. It's become the most...
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Bryn Evans: Hurricanes 'switched on' in whopping win
The Hurricanes have moved into the Super Rugby's top six for the first time this season. The team beat the Waratahs last night in Wellington 57-12. What was the...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 29 March 2025
Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday 29 March. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and...
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Adam Peacock: Why does Manly's most capped player want to leave?
Daly Cherry-Evans has confirmed he's leaving the Manly Sea Eagles, without saying where he's moving to. Is it more likely the clubs most capped player will retire,...
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Andrew Pragnell: All Whites are 'better than current ranking'
The All Whites have secured their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team beat New Caledonia 3-0 on Monday night. How will the New Zealand team prepare for...
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Andrew Webster: The Warriors are 'scrambling for each other'
It hasn't been an easy start to the seasons for the Warriors, after losing to the Raiders in their opening match in Las Vegas, but the team have won their last two...
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James McOnie: Recapping Sam Ruthe's 'incredible' performance
This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Sam Ruthe's record-setting performance, the Super Rugby season and the All Whites' upcoming...
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Kiwi rally star recaps Ayrburn Classic
Kiwi rally star Emma Gilmour is expected to appear at the Ayrburn Classic - and she joined Piney to discuss the event. LISTEN ABOVE
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All Whites set to face off against New Caledonia for World Cup qualifying spot
The All Whites will face New Caledonia at Eden Park on Monday for a spot in next year's Football World Cup. A Chris Wood hat-trick has seen New Zealand smoke Fiji...
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Three sports, four days: Eden Park turf manager recaps 'challenging' weekend for stadium
In the space of four nights, Eden Park has played host to multiple high-profile events. The White Ferns faced off against the Aussies on Friday - and the Black Caps...
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Tributes flooding in after death of Alex 'Grizz' Wyllie
The rugby world is mourning the death of the legendary Alex 'Grizz' Wyllie. The All Black loose forward played 11 tests and a mammoth 210 provincial games for Canterbury...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 23 March 2025
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 23rd March 2025, Ioane Moananu of the Crusaders joined Piney to recap the team's win over the Blues. Boxing...
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'Iconic in so many ways': Expert examines the legacy of George Foreman
One of the great second acts in sports, American boxing legend George Foreman, has died at the age of 76. Foreman famously reclaimed the world heavyweight title...
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'Real good win': Crusaders hooker Ioane Moananu celebrates victory over Blues
The penny has dropped for the Crusaders. Last year, the historically strong Super Rugby side were the surprise package of the competition as they won just four of...
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Ex-Formula 1 star leads Napier's Porsche parade
Former Formula 1 star Mark Webber led this weekend's annual Porsche parade on Saturday. The Porsche Club of New Zealand is holding its 50th anniversary celebration...
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"Promising future": Nick Willis says Ruthe 'rose to the occasion'
The name on everyone's lips in athletics circles both here and around the world is Sam Ruthe. The Tauranga 15-year-old's sent the running world into a spin by becoming...
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"Very dynamic sailing" expected as Sail GP hits San Francisco
Sail GP hits San Francisco this weekend for event five of season four. The Black Foils bounced back from double disappointment in Auckland and Sydney to finish...
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"Shockingly quick": Ben Ruthe on his son's history-making 4-minute mile
Kiwi middle-distance prodigy Sam Ruthe has made history. The 15-year-old is the youngest person to break the four-minute mile barrier, and the 49th New Zealander...
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Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast: 22 March 2025
On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 22nd March 2025, another big win for the Warriors as they triumphed in a hard-fought battle against the...
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'Playing with a living legend': Tyler Bindon on playing alongside Chris Wood
A hat-trick of goals from Chris Wood has guided the All Whites to a 7-nil thrashing of Fiji in Wellington to go within one win of qualification for next year's Football...
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"They've definitely improved": Chiefs will be 'well prepared' for next Moana Pasifika clash, assistant coach says
The Chiefs have survived a second-half fightback from Moana Pasifika, prevailing 50-35 in their Super Rugby Pacific contest in Pukekohe. The table-toppers conceded...
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Win over the Roosters is "reassuring" for Warriors
The Warriors are drawing confidence from their gritty 14-6 grind over the Sydney Roosters at Mt Smart. The New Zealand side didn't take the lead until the 66th...
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James McOnie: The Warriors are back!
James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the Super Rugby highlights, the Six Nations and Liam Lawson's upcoming race. LISTEN ABOVE