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Niko Kirwin, son of All Blacks great Sir John Kirwin, is currently in lockdown in Italy where he plays professional football.Italy, one of the hardest hit countries in the world with the coronavirus, has strict rules around residents not leaving their houses, and what they can and can't do.Niko spoke with Radio Sport's Jason Pine, sharing harrowing details of what life is like stuck inside, as well as teammates dealing with family deaths.

Paul Kingsman is one of our greatest ever swimmers.When he was 15, he qualified for the 1982 Commonwealth Games, making the 200 metres backstroke final in Brisbane. At the 1984 Olympics, he finished 10th in the 100 metres backstroke.At the 1986 Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh he won silver in both the 100 and 200 metres backstroke, and in 1988 at the age of 21, he went to the Seoul Olympics as the 20th-fastest backstroker in the world over 200 metres.He qualified for the final, raced in lane one and his time of 2 minutes point 48 seconds saw him win Olympic bronze by four-one-hundredths of a second.Kingsman became NZ's first male Olympic medallist in an individual swimming event. He closed his career by taking a bronze and silver at the 1990 Commonwealth Games in Auckland, and that same year he was awarded an MBE for services to swimming.He currently lives in South Carolina where he is National Director of Practice Management for Ash Brokerage and also a motivational speaker. Radio Sport's Jason Pine caught up with Paul as a part of a "Where are They Now?" feature.

Wellington Phoenix midfielder Tim Payne is extremely remorseful for breaking quarantine in Sydney and driving a golf cart while under the influence of alcohol.He bravely spoke with Jason Pine on Radio Sport this morning about his actions and what he wants to say to the public.

Wayne Goldsmith (renowned coaching professional) joins Jason Pine on Radio Sport Mornings to talk about his Top 10 tips for isolation - including what do with your kids, keeping routine, and not treating it like a four week holiday.With New Zealand in lockdown for four weeks, there might be an urge to let kids play video games all day or watch TV, but the importance of routine will help them in the long run, particularly when the lockdown ends.Wayne has developed a unique online course specifically for sporting parents. Listeners can check out the first few videos for free.https://courses.wgcoaching.com/courses/sporting-parents-parenting-potential  You can also find more coaching gold from Wayne on his website: www.wgcoaching.com and podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/sports-thoughts/id1451687616 

NRL chief executive Todd Greenberg is confident the competition will survive.On Monday, the NRL made the decision to suspend competition given the impact of the coronavirus.The move has left the game in an unstable position with many clubs claiming the financial struggle of the next few months may be too hard to recover from.Greenberg spoke to Radio Sport's Jason Pine and assured the governing body does have emergency funds for rainy day and they hope to have some form of competition start up again later in the year.He also said there is an onus on individual clubs to work through the situation on their own, as they still operate as individual businesses, but the NRL was there to help them work through that and put systems in place to ensure the loss of revenue does not continue for too long. 

Sydney Morning Herald chief rugby league writer Adrian Proszenko joins Jason Pine every Monday to talk through the weekend's NRL action.This week, he talks through round two where the Warriors lost to the Canberra Raiders, while the Sea Eagles had a big upset over the Storm and the Panthers escaped a loss to the Dragons.

David Morrow joins Jason Pine to talk about this weekend's NRL action.This weekend, the Warriors take on the Raiders on the Gold Coast as the NRL faces a league-wide shutdown due to the coronavirus.

The Wellington Phoenix have arrived at their base in Sydney where they will spend 14 days in isolation.Operation's manager Stuart Gill joined Jason Pine to talk about the facilities, how the team is coping, and plans for the next two weeks.

The Warriors have committed to staying in the NRL amid the coronavirus pandemic.Soon after the Australian and New Zealand governments had announced they would close their borders last night, George said the Warriors had met to confirm their desire to remain after spending this week in camp in Kingscliff in northern New South Wales ahead of their second-round game against the Canberra Raiders in Robina tomorrow night.They'll now follow their 'home' game at Cbus Super Stadium with a trip to Sydney to face the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles at Lottoland on Friday, March 27.George said it was a testing time but the group had decided to stay in the competition."The entire squad is locked in and ready to go," said George. "They understand the issues that different individuals got on the table. But they're sticking together ... [The NRL] have called on us and we've stepped up to the task.""If we were told to leave your family and live in another country for an indefinite period, not many would ... we're very proud of the players."The deciding factor was that it's our time to be leaders in the community and rugby league ... we're gonna stand tall and be leaders and take it on."These guys aren't falling away from the challenge ahead." Players had to borrow gear and adapt."Our players have been asked to relocate to another country — unplanned —and continue to play in the competition, away from their families. If that is the case, then we need to make sure they have everything that their normal lives provide them, as much as is possible."That includes time with wives, partners and children, and George indicated that "a number" of families had indicated they would like to make the trip."But who pays, where do they go, where do they stay ... that all needs to be sorted out, in terms of logistics," said George.Wives, partners and children would be required to be in isolation for 14 days on arrival in Australia, and wouldn't be able to stay near the team's Kingscliff base in northern NSW for that reason. After that fortnight, they could relocate to the same area.Meanwhile, the Warriors say they are close to locking down some loan players, who could be added as early as next week.There are 23 players in Australia at coach Stephen Kearney's disposal (four are on development contracts) with another four sent over on Wednesday, although they won't be available until early April (due to isolation requirements)"There is certainly a chance it [loan players] could happen next week ... it's not unrealistic," Warriors recruitment boss Peter O'Sullivan told the Herald. "We need to re-calibrate after injuries and other things we can't foresee [this weekend]. We have some balls being juggled in the air and soon we will be clearer about what we need in the next few weeks and beyond."O'Sullivan has spoken to most clubs — "apart from the ones who are in dire straits with injuries themselves" — and believes Wednesday's cancellation of the second tier state Cup competitions could also change the dynamic."If they can't play reserve grade, the best way to get a run could be giving them a couple of weeks with us," said O'Sullivan. "If players are coming back from injury, they might need a gallop."Round two of the NRL was planned to go ahead this weekend.

Wayne Goldsmith (renowned coaching professional) joins Jason Pine on Radio Sport Mornings to talk about 10 tips you can implement to keep kids and athletes proactive while sport and training is off.With most sport off the cards due to the coronavirus, there are still ways athletes can maintain their mental and physical performance to ensure when they come back, they're still at 100%.You can find more coaching gold from Wayne on his website: www.wgcoaching.com and podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/sports-thoughts/id1451687616 

Wellington Phoenix general manager David Dome updates Radio Sport's Jason Pine on the current situation with the club as they face a 14-day isolation when they travel to Australia for the remainder of the A-League season.The organisation is tossing up whether or not they will comply with the A-League's option, wanting a guarantee that the team will have a place to train should they head over the ditch.

Sydney Morning Herald chief rugby league writer Adrian Proszenko joins Jason Pine every Monday to talk through the weekend's NRL action.This week, he talks through round one where the Warriors fell 20-0 to the Knights in Newcastle, and the competition faces uncertainty with the coronavirus threatening suspension.

Sydney Morning Herald chief rugby league writer Adrian Proszenko joins Jason Pine every Monday to talk through the weekend's NRL action.He joined Piney this week to preview the upcoming 2020 NRL season which gets underway tomorrow night, giving his 1-16 ladder predictions.

For many athletes and teams who have yet to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics, the global virus outbreak is spoiling plans and ruining hopes.Qualifying events are being canceled or postponed almost daily, and time is running out for athletes to prove they meet the standard.Rowing was the latest sport to find itself in flux yesterday when it canceled two World Cups, the European Olympic and Paralympic qualifying regatta, and the final Paralympic qualifier. All were to be held in Italy from April 10 to May 10. World Rowing said it wants to relocate the qualifiers and was talking with other countries. It hoped to offer good news next week.For now, the Asia and Oceania qualifying regatta, and the final qualifying regatta are still going ahead on from May 17-19 in Lucerne, Switzerland.On Monday, the International Judo Federation canceled all Olympic qualifiers through April 30, including a Grand Slam and two Grand Prix. Another Grand Prix last weekend, in Morocco, was canceled earlier. Judo qualifying ends on May 25."It is of paramount importance to keep the judo family safe in these difficult times, and also to ensure fair chances for all athletes engaged in the Olympic qualification," the IJF said.Other sports as diverse as weightlifting, swimming and badminton have also been postponed indefinitely or canceled outright.The African weightlifting championships in Mauritius next month were postponed on Tuesday. The Asian champs set a week later in Uzbekistan were canceled last week.Because of the virus, the international governing body is allowing lifters yet to qualify, to register for major qualifying competitions out of their region, such as the European, Pan American or even the Oceania champs.The Badminton World Federation, however, has refused to extend the qualifying period, and noted players from its leading nation, China, have been healthy and passed tests for COVID-19.Badminton has lost three tournaments alone this month in Europe — in Germany, Portugal, and Poland — with the end of qualifying rapidly approaching on April 26.One of its biggest events outside of the world championships, the All England Open, is going ahead on Wednesday in Birmingham.Chinese teams have pulled out of numerous events worldwide, and others like Russia gymnasts teams have cut back their schedules.For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.The vast majority of people recover from the new virus. According to the World Health Organization, people with mild illness recover in about two weeks, while those with more severe illness may take three to six weeks to recover. In mainland China, where the virus first exploded, more than 80,000 people have been diagnosed and more than 58,000 have so far recovered.International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach wrote an open letter to athletes last week saying the IOC was working with other sports bodies "to ensure a fair Olympic qualification," but didn't say how it might work."I want to personally thank you for all this flexibility and solidarity, which is the true Olympic spirit," he added.When the virus was still largely confined to China earlier in the year, events were moved — boxing and taekwondo qualifiers to Jordan, basketball to Serbia, triathlon to Spain. Now the little space left in the calendar is vanishing. The Olympics open July 24.When qualifying events do take place, athletes may compete in unequal conditions. Many countries require quarantine for visitors from areas affected by the virus.Endurance athletes in particular are feeling the pinch.Evan Dunfee of Canada is the world championship bronze medalist in the 50-kilometre walk, the longest event on the Olympic athletics program. Athletes need weeks of recovery between races. Rescheduling qualifiers will be of little use, he a...

Wayne Goldsmith (renowned coaching professional) joins Jason Pine on Radio Sport Mornings to talk about personalities in sport.Nowadays, athletes are turned into robots in order to keep the sporting machine rolling, encouraging positive PR and avoiding any threat of a public revolt.However, are we losing our personalities in sport? And what are the advantages of having them? Do they make a difference on and off the field?

The Black Caps have axed Mitchell Santner from their test squad to play India.It was just over two months ago that Santner inspired the Black Caps to their 99th test victory, but his struggles in their subsequent failures to reach three figures have seen him dropped from the side.A maiden test century – 126 – and three fourth-innings wickets against England at Mount Maunganui made it seem as if Santner had finally delivered on his all-round potential, but in the three tests since then has taken two wickets while leaking 338 runs, and scored just 55 runs in five innings.His battles with the ball culminated in wicketkeeper Tom Blundell being preferred to roll the arm over for a stint during the Boxing Day test, before illness meant Santner played no part in the third test in Sydney, as Todd Astle and Will Somerville were preferred.However, the red-ball retirement of Astle and injury to Somerville meant that Santner had a chance of retaining his spot in the squad for the two tests against India, but the selectors have opted for Ajaz Patel instead.Patel may not even play against the world's best test side – his prior two appearances at the Basin Reserve and Hagley Oval, where the two tests are being held, produced no wickets in 40 overs - but he proved economical in those stints.That has usually been Santner's strength – offering restrictive bowling lines on unfriendly wickets, as well as a lineup-balancing batting option. But, with the all-rounder having struggled for economy and runs in Australia, it weakened his argument for selection, with Patel earning the sole spinning spot.Black Caps coach Gary Stead said Patel's domestic track record as wicket-taking threat gave him the nod."Ajaz has done really well for us in the past in overseas conditions, but we look at his domestic form and it's very good. It's a slight change of role in what we're looking for – that position is one is which we're trying to take wickets."If the Black Caps opt to bypass Patel and play four seamers - a distinct possibility at the Basin Reserve - a test debut could be in order for Kyle Jamieson. Lockie Ferguson's return to domestic one-day cricket after a calf injury was not enough to prepare him for two tests, while Jamieson has been picked over Matt Henry and his 50.1 test bowling average.Trent Boult has been ruled fit however, and will link up with usual seam-bowling partners Neil Wagner and Tim Southee, while Daryl Mitchell will provide options as squad cover after a strong test debut with the bat in against England Hamilton, and impressive recent form for the New Zealand XI and New Zealand A.After his MCG century, Blundell will remain at the top of the order alongside Tom Latham, with Jeet Raval dropped.Stead acknowledged some tough decisions had to be made, with Jamieson edging out Henry thanks to the point of difference his pace and height provides."Kyle will offer us a point of difference with the bounce he could extract on what is traditionally a good surface in Wellington."With a squad of 13 we've put a priority on balance and making sure we have the needed variety and different options depending on the pitch conditions at the Basin Reserve."The first test begins in Wellington on Friday, with the second in Christchurch the following Saturday.Black Caps squad: Kane Williamson ©, Tom Blundell, Trent Boult, Colin de Grandhomme, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Ajaz Patel, Tim Southee, Ross Taylor, Neil Wagner, BJ Watling. 

Wayne Goldsmith (renowned coaching professional) joins Jason Pine on Radio Sport Mornings to talk about the shelf life of sports.With the obsession on different versions of our favourite sports - T20 cricket, NRL Nines, rugby sevens - do they last? With TV ratings declining and participation numbers falling, do sports have a shelf life and what can codes continue to do to try and keep their sport alive.

Each Tuesday, Jason Pine is joined by Wellington Phoenix coach Ufuk Talay to talk about the weekend's match, and the week ahead.This week, the Phoenix fell 4-2 to Perth Glory and look to bounce back when they play Melbourne City at Eden Park on Saturday.

First-time Coast to Coast champion Corrinne O'Donnell spoke with Radio Sport's Jason Pine about her achievement and just how tough the multisport race is.

South African rugby writer and broadcaster Craig Way thinks there's no way the Springboks would give up yearly fixtures with the All Blacks in favour of joining the Six Nations.While he thinks Sanzar will face a restructure after the next World Cup, he's confident they'll always be available to play the All Blacks who have been a traditional rival.He spoke with Radio Sport's Jason Pine about reports the Springboks could join the Six Nations.

Wayne Goldsmith (renowned coaching professional) joins Jason Pine on Radio Sport Mornings to talk about maintaining success.How - as a coach - do you stay motivated when you've already achieved success in your career? How do you keep pushing your team when they've already won multiple titles? Wayne explains all. 

A new study has found that not every sports star is going to peak at the same time. AUT senior lecturer Simon Walters, working alongside NZ Cricket, has found that there are some sports where children and teenagers don't tend to excel until they are nearing adulthood.For cricket, that means that a number of kids drop out when they are in their early teens before they have reached their perfect abilities.Dr Walters joined Jason Pine to discuss the systems they are looking into that could help guide younger and potentially less physically gifted kids to stick with their game.LISTEN ABOVE

Warriors super fan Michael Johannink is dipping into his pockets this year, attempting to attend every home and away Warriors game for the 2020 season.Johannink made headlines last year when he travelled to Lords to watch the Cricket World Cup Final, only to miss the Super Over when his taxi showed up to take him to the airport for the flight back home.He spoke with Jason Pine on how he plans to approach the 2020 NRL Season and what made him want to attend every game.

Bleacher Report's lead LA Lakers writer Eric Pincus joined Radio Sport's Jason Pine to talk about the death of Kobe Bryant and how it has impacted the Lakers, the city of LA, and the rest of the world.

White Ferns batting coach Matthew Bell joined Radio Sport's Jason Pine to discuss the side's poor performance against South Africa in the second ODI at Eden Park Outer Oval yesterday, where they lost by 8 wickets.

The world has reacted with an outpouring of grief following shocking news of NBA legend Kobe Bryant's death.NBA players, celebrities, Barack Obama and the wider public took to social media to mourn the loss of the 41-year-old superstar, with many saying they were in "shock" and wished the news was false.Bryant and his teenage daughter Gianna were among nine people who died when a helicopter they were travelling in crashed into hills in Calabasas, California.Basketball stars like Donovan Mitchell, Dwyane Wade, Joel Embiid and NFL icon Tom Brady were among many to express their shock at the unfathomable news.LeBron James, who recently paid tribute to Bryant after overtaking him on the list of the NBA's greatest ever point-scorers to move into third, was shown breaking down as he disembarked the LA Lakers' team plane, wiping away tears and hugging loved ones.Pau Gasol, a former teammate of Bryant's with the Lakers, tweeted, "Beyond devastated... my big brother... I can't, I just can't believe it."Philadelphia 76ers center Joe Embiid said that he started playing basketball after watching Bryant in the 2010 NBA Finals."I had never watched ball before that and that finals was the turning point of my life," Embiid wrote on Twitter. "I WANTED TO BE LIKE KOBE. I'm so FREAKING SAD right now!!!!"Former Lakers star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar tweeted that "Most people will remember Kobe as the magnificent athlete who inspired a whole generation of basketball players. But I will always remember him as a man who was much more than an athlete."And former Chicago Bulls star Scottie Pippen added: "I'm stunned. Words can't even come close to describing it. Just an incredibly sad and tragic day."The Spurs and the Raptors honoured Bryant at the start of their game Sunday.They did not participate in the tip off to start the game. Instead, Fred VanVleet took the ball and held onto it for a 24-second shot clock violation, to honour Bryant's former number he wore with the Lakers. Dejounte Murry then did the same thing for the Spurs. The crowd was chanting "Kobe! Kobe!" as this was going on. Lonnie Walker IV is visibly upset. He was crying and wiping away tears during pre-game as the Spurs honored Kobe with a moment of silence.Syracuse University men's basketball coach Jim Boeheim previously worked with Bryant with Team USA. Bryant won two gold medals for the United States in 2008 and 2012."He was not only one of the greatest basketball players ever, he was also the hardest working player I've ever been around," Boeheim tweeted. "I was so fortunate to have known him and coached him with Team USA. Our thoughts and our prayers are with his wife, Vanessa, and the Bryant family."Bryant's death reverberated beyond sports. In 2018, he won an Academy Award in the animated short film category.Gavin Newsom, the governor of California, and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom issued a statement regarding about Bryant that read:"We mourn the tragic and untimely death of a California icon and basketball legend, Kobe Bryant. In his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, he made history with raw talent and unparalleled dedication that raised the bar and paved the way for a newer generation of players."Rick Ross called it "a huge loss for the game," while fellow rapper Wyclef Jean tweeted that Bryant was a "true gladiator of life."Actress Reese Witherspoon tweeted: "Just devastated to hear about #KobeBryant. An extraordinary athlete, and a genuinely kind, wonderful man. Sending love, prayers & compassion to his family. To his entire @NBA family as well."The Rev. Jesse Jackson weighed in, too."As I tweet through my tears, I am so hurt," Jackson tweeted. "I cannot stop crying. Kobe was instrumental to so many people. There is a hole in the basketball world and there will be for a long time. Rest in heavenly peace."Bryant died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas after a fire broke out on his private helicopter, TMZ first reported.Emergency...

Resilience and composure the Silver Ferns displayed in spades en route to claiming the inaugural Netball Nations Cup title.The 67-56 victory at London's Copper Box Arena proved much tougher than many might have expected.In stark contrast to their three previous matches at this tournament, Jamaica dragged the Ferns into deep waters at times in the tournament final.Only in the second half, after Noeline Taurua injected rookie centre Kimiora Poi and wing attack Whitney Souness, did the Ferns regain the march on the combative Jamaicans.The scoreline says otherwise but this youthful Ferns squad, missing Laura Langman, Katrina Rore and adjusting to life without the retired Maria Folau and Casey Kopua, survived their greatest test of character to date.And on this evidence, the future looks bright for the world champions.Where New Zealand enjoyed complete dominance in comfortable victories over England, South Africa and Jamaica, who they beat by 26 goals in Birmingham last Thursday, this time the pressure gauge told a very different story.This is exactly the sort of battle that revealed everything about the temperament of Taurua's emerging squad.Once again, as she has throughout the tournament, Maia Wilson impressed at the shooting end with her poise proving pivotal on her way to nailing 44 from 47.So, too, will this be a huge confidence boost for Poi, the 22-year-old Tactix centre proving she can thrive on the big stage. Just yesterday she played her first full international against South Africa.Overall, having completed an unbeaten tournament, Taurua's squad have well exceeded expectations. In many ways this was a development tour for all involved but with Langman and Rore to comeback, there now promises to be intense internal competition.Taurua reverted to her favoured starting line-up and they initially repaid faith by starting with purpose.Capitalising on Phoenix Karaka's early intercept, New Zealand shot out to a 7-1 lead. Their zone defence, harnessing Karaka, Watson and Karin Burger, regularly forced Jamaica back by smothering Jhaniele Fowler's presence under the hoop.It didn't last, however. The Ferns lost accuracy in their attacking connections with several loose passes missing their targets and, suddenly, Jamaica drew level.Ameliaranne Ekenasio stepped up to nail the final shot that gave her side a 16-15 first quarter advantage but the nerves then began to set in.Jamaica continued their rhythm in the second quarter as long bombs into Fowler dropped which pushed the Sunshine Girls out to a two-goal lead.Down on troops, with shooter Bailey Mes nursing her injured knee and defender Michaela Sokolich-Beatson returning home for Achilles surgery, Taurua turned to her depleted squad to spark a comeback.Speed through the midcourt was the favoured approach.First Souness replaced Gina Crampton at wing attack and Taurua then showed immense faith in Poi by thrusting her to centre and pushing Shannon Saunders to wing defence with Burger moving to the bench.Those changes worked, with the Ferns levelling the contest at 30-30 by halftime.After the break Souness and Poi's speed through transition began to pay dividends as the Ferns pushed out to lead 49-41 by the end of the third quarter.Taurua rotated regularly throughout this series but only when the Ferns established a 10-goal lead in the final period did she again ring the changes.Crampton returned at wing attack, Burger to wing defence and Te Paea Selby-Rickit replaced captain Ekenasio to close out the fourth straight victory.England, meanwhile, finished third after narrowly sneaking past South Africa 65-63. 

Each Tuesday, Jason Pine is joined by Wellington Phoenix coach Ufuk Talay to talk about the weekend's match, and the week ahead.This week, the Phoenix fell 1-0 to Brisbane Roar - their first loss in the A-League since November 23. 

Every Tuesday on Radio Sport Mornings, Jason Pine is joined by the best football pundits from around the globe to discuss the latest round of the English Premier League.This week, Telegraph UK football writer Dominic Fifield discusses all the results from matchday 23, with Liverpool fans beginning to sing that the league is theirs. Meanwhile, Norwich, Bournemouth, and Aston Villa languish down in the relegation zone.

BBC rugby commentator James Burridge says the full effect of the Saracens salary cap scandal is only just beginning.Not only will the Premiership be drastically effected, the players belonging to Saracens will find themselves in almost impossible playing predicaments, and England coach Eddie Jones will be forced to bring together players for the Six Nations who aren't playing division one rugby.Burridge spoke with Radio Sport's Jason Pine about the scandal and how it's playing out in the English public.

Tennis journalist, podcast host, and commentator Nick McCarvel (@NickMcCarvel) joins Radio Sport's Jason Pine to preview the Australian Open which kicks off official today in Melbourne.Nick assesses the men's and women's draws, picking his favourites, as well as a few potential surprises for the tournament. 

American Real Estate Agent Rob Lea thought it would be a good idea to climb Mt Everest, swim the English Channel and cycle across the United States in the space of six months. The ultimate triathlon.Rob caught up with Radio Sport’s Brian Ashby upon the completion of his epic journey.You can follow Rob on Instagram here.LISTEN TO THE AUDIO ABOVE

Silver Ferns coach Noeline Taurua will extend her role as head coach for another year.Netball NZ has announced that Taurua, who led the Silver Ferns to the world title in Liverpool earlier this year, has recommitted to the position until the end of February 2021.Taurua, who has returned home to New Zealand after three years coaching in Australia, felt the one-year commitment was a good fit for her family, and she was looking forward to the challenges ahead for the world champions.She wants the Silver Ferns to target short term goals and stressed the importance of building year on year rather than focusing solely on pinnacle events."I want the emphasis to be on continuing momentum. It is a shift in thinking but it's that challenge that I'm really excited about," she said."I've been looking forward to coming home and helping to develop the next steps for the Silver Ferns."Since returning home she has been building towards next month's Vitality Netball Nations Cup in England where the Silver Ferns take on England, Jamaica and South Africa.Netball NZ Chief Executive Jennie Wyllie said it was exciting for Netball in this country to have Taurua remain at the helm of the Silver Ferns for the next year."It was really important that we gave Noeline the space to make that decision after the massive commitment she gave to Netball in New Zealand over the past two years," she said."We're delighted to have secured her services – she is a world-class coach who is widely respected in this game, not just in this country but around the world."The Silver Ferns head to the Vitality Netball Nations Cup in the New Year, where they play hosts England Roses in Nottingham on January 19 followed by the Jamaican Sunshine Girls (January 22 in Birmingham) and SPAR Proteas (January 25 in London).The final of the Vitality Netball Nations Cup is in London on January 26. 

Jason and Sam take a look back at all the gags, gaffes, mistakes, funny interviews, and mishaps on air for 2019 during the Year in Review.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.This is number one. The biggest sporting moment and story on the Radio Sport Mornings show for 2019.Not much need be said, as many Kiwis will long remember that fateful day in July. The Blackcaps had astonishingly made the Cricket World Cup Final after a dramatic semifinal win over India.Looking to rectify the heartbreak of losing to Australia four years earlier, many favoured their opponents - England.New Zealand would post 241 as the target, before putting England under pressure late in their chance.A number of "key" moments very late in the game would prove disastrous to the Blackcaps - including a botched catch on the boundary by Trent Boult and an overthrow which hit Ben Stokes, run away for four.In the end, England reached the Blackcaps total, but could go no further.A Super Over was needed, with many not knowing the finer details of the rules. Should the Super Over be tied, the team who scored the most boundaries during the match, would be crowned the winner.England went first, hitting 15 off their six deliverers.The Blackcaps sent out Martin Guptill and Jimmy Neesham. Needing two runs off the final delivery, Guptill's shot didn't get enough power, and as they scampered back for run number two, he was run out by England wicket keeper Jos Buttler. The Super Over was tied, but England had won the World Cup.It will long be remembered as one of the most agonising and heartbreaking losses in New Zealand sport, and perhaps cricket history.Nothing ignited the Radio Sport audience in 2019 like that final. It was talked about for weeks, months, and will be talked about for years to come.It is the number one sporting moment of 2019.

LISTEN TO AUDIO ABOVEAll Blacks Head Coach Ian Foster has today confirmed the bulk of his All Blacks coaching team.Foster will be joined by Hurricanes Head Coach John Plumtree, former All Black and Maori All Black and Ireland scrum coach Greg Feek, with former All Black Scott McLeod also continuing in his defence role in the All Blacks coaching team.Plumtree will look after the forwards in the new coaching set-up alongside Feek who will be scrum coach.The coaches have been appointed for a two-year period. One more coach will be announced in due course.Former All Black Grant Fox will continue as a selector for the 2020 season alongside Foster and Plumtree."They're all outstanding coaches in their own right, and we'll have new voices and fresh ideas in the All Blacks, which will be really stimulating for everyone, and help us grow as we enter a new era," Foster said.Incoming New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson added: "When Ian was appointed to the Head Coach job, we were all impressed by the collective strength of the team that he'd assembled. It's a combination of youth and experience, with both international and New Zealand experience, and they'll bring new ideas to the playing group, which is exciting for the future." 

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.We're into the final five, and for moment Number 2, Jason looks at the All Blacks surprise early exit from this year's Rugby World Cup in Japan.The All Blacks went into the 2019 Rugby World Cup as two time defending champions.Despite a couple of hiccups during the year - a 16-all draw with South Africa and a heavy loss to the Wallabies in Perth - New Zealand were still firm favourites to win a third straight tile.They beat South Africa in their first pool game, before cruising through to the quarterfinals. They would face an Ireland team that had beaten them twice in the last three meetings.This time, the result was different. The All Blacks dispatched them comfortably to set up a semifinal against fierce rivals England.From the first whistle to the last, England completely outplayed the All Blacks. Many fans were in shock, at just how one-sided the game ended up being. There was no controversial forward pass, no food poisoning... just a team thoroughly done over.The result, an early exit from the World Cup for the All Blacks. The country was not happy, with four years of "processes" seemingly not coming to fruition.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.We're into the final five, and for moment Number 3, Jason looks at the remarkable and almost unbelievable turnaround for the Silver Ferns - who went from not getting a medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, to World Champions in 2019.The last 18 months had been the worst in Ferns history, but the appointment of Noeline Taurua as new head coach signalled a new period of excitement and hope.The return to the fold of Laura Langman and Casey Kopua and an upswing in form, including a rare Constellation Cup win over Australia, saw the Ferns head to the World Cup in England in high spirits.Even so, they were far from favourites as they arrived in Liverpool for the start of the tournament.However, what was to come in the following weeks proved how monumental the change at the Ferns really was, beating Australia in the final to claim their fifth World Cup crown.

Each Tuesday, Jason Pine is joined by Wellington Phoenix coach Ufuk Talay to talk about the weekend's match, and the week ahead.This week, the Phoenix muscled out a 0-0 draw with Melbourne Victory to maintain their position in sixth place.

Every Tuesday on Radio Sport Mornings, Jason Pine is joined by the best football pundits from around the globe to discuss the latest round of the English Premier League.This week, former Wellington Phoenix goalkeeping coach - now at Preston North End - Jonathan Gould discusses matchday 17 which saw wins for most of the big clubs. Liverpool now sits 10 points clear of second-place Leicester, while Manchester City is four points back in third.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.We're into the final five, and for moment Number 4, Jason looks at the search for an All Blacks coach following Steve Hansen's announcement in Dec, 2018, that he'd step down at the end of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.Many were in line, but as the process began to take shape, more and more coaches committed elsewhere, leaving just two names in the hat.Throughout the months following the RWC, many criticised New Zealand Rugby for the process they went through and took exception to the fact that we were seemingly losing a lot of good coaches to overseas teams. They also called into question the timing of the process, which only began once the World Cup was over.Despite this, New Zealand Rugby reached a decision on December 12, when assistant coach Ian Foster was promoted to the top role. 

Radio Sport's Jason Pine is joined by former Kiwi middle distance runner and Olympic bronze medalist, as well as veteran Olympic broadcaster John McBeth to pay tribute to Sir Peter Snell, who died on the weekend.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.We're into the final five, and for moment Number 5, Jason takes a look at Tiger Woods' win at the 2019 Masters - arguably one of the greatest comebacks in sport.He had not won a major in 11 years, and was just 18 months removed from the worst raking of his career - 1,193.Still, he held his nerve as thousands flocked around the 18th at Augusta, and around television screens worldwide, to secure his 15th major title.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.For moment Number 6, Jason looks at Nigerian-born Kiwi UFC/MMA fighter Israel Adesanya and his victory over Robert Whitaker to claim the UFC middleweight crown, becoming the first New Zealander to do so.His win sent a shock wave through NZ sport, where casual fans suddenly took notice and Adesanya's name rose to the top of sporting stardom.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.For moment Number 7, Jason takes a look at the Israel Folau saga - perhaps one of the most decisive episodes in rugby history.It drew attention from every corner. Sports fans, the general public, prime ministers, administrators, players, and coaches. Thankfully, it's over. But the story that ran the course of 2019 was of such a magnitude, that it warrants the number 7 spot on our Top 15 Sporting Moments of 2019.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.For moment Number 8, Jason looks at Scott McLaughlin's extraordinary win in the Supercars as well as his dramatic victory at Bathurst - becoming the first Kiwi to win the great race since Greg Murphy in 2004.McLaughlin's 2019 season featured a number of shattered records as well as a back-to-back Supercars crown.

Every Tuesday on Radio Sport Mornings, Jason Pine is joined by the best football pundits from around the globe to discuss the latest round of the English Premier League.This week, UK football pundit and chief data editor for football statistics company Opta Duncan Alexander discusses Liverpool's continued dominance as well as Leicester City holding firm in second place while a few clubs enjoyed success under new leadership.

Each Tuesday, Jason Pine is joined by Wellington Phoenix coach Ufuk Talay to talk about the weekend's match, and the week ahead.This week, the Phoenix picked up their third straight victory with a 2-1 win over Western Sydney.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.For moment Number 9, Jason looks at the passing of legendary All Black Sir Brian Lochore. Sir Brian's impact and legacy on the New Zealand Rugby public was made evident through the response of many Kiwis when news of his death was officially announced.Lochore played domestic rugby for Masterton and Wairarapa debuting for both in 1959. After playing six tests, including all four tests of the 1965 South African tour of New Zealand, he was selected as captain by coach Fred Allen for the Lions tour in 1966. He continued as captain until his retirement from playing in 1970.His involvement in the game did not end with his playing days. He coached Masterton before moving on to coach Wairarapa-Bush in 1980. Lochore became an All Black selector in 1983 before taking the side to victory in the inaugural World Cup during his coaching tenure from 1985 to 1987. Lochore continued to be involved in All Black rugby, firstly managing the team in the 1995 World Cup, and later as one of the All Black selectors.He passed away on August 3, 2019.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.For moment Number 10, Jason looks at Giant Slalom skier Alice Robinson, and her incredible win at the World Cup in Sweden - where she became the first New Zealander to win a World Cup race in over 20 years, and the first to win in the Giant Slalom.

Radio Sport's Top 15 Sporting Moments returns for 2019 as Jason Pine counts down the biggest sports stories of the year.For moment Number 11, Jason looks at Mark Rudan's tumultuous exit from the Wellington Phoenix at the beginning of the year. Following months of speculation - citing family as the main reason - Rudan finally confirmed he would be leaving the club one year early on his two year contract, to return home to Sydney.Rather than return to Sydney, however, he took up the coaching role with Western United in Melbourne. Coupled with that, a raft of players followed Rudan, prompting some sharp and bitter reaction from the fans.