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(02:20) Blackcaps(23:10) Mindfulness/Herbs(32:12) White Ferns(36:27) Plunket Shield(44:44) NZ Warriors/NRL(01:08:56) Auckland FC(01:24:54) Phoenix men(01:41:10) Phoenix women & Football Ferns(01:47:11) Ben WaineThis week in the Niche Cache we reflect on the Blackcaps T20 World Cup final loss and flush the dunny to move forward ... with a T20I series vs South Africa right around the corner. White Ferns have named their T20I squad to play South Africa as well and Brett Randell wasn't the only Plunket Shield bowler to take 7 wickets with Otago's Thomas O'Connor showing New Zealand's depth with delightful left-arm swing. NZ Warriors dished out plenty of offloads against Sydney Roosters and we'll have to wait to see if this is a new addition to their footy, while the Jersey Flegg Cup Warriors played their first game of the season so we offer some deep cuts there. Siale Faeamani made his NRL debut for Titans which means two Kiwi-NRL players made debuts in the first round along with Setu Tu. Both Aotearoa A-League men's teams had draws although the vibes are completely different as Auckland FC prepare for a monster battle vs Newcastle Jets and Wellington Phoenix aren't changing much. Phoenix women return to action after an international break and there are plenty of funky Football Ferns angles to discuss, plus Ben Waine is commanding a World Cup spot with his form for Port Vale. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheSubstack: https://thenichecache.substack.comDonate: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com
(00:00) Blackcaps(23:07) Mindfulness(29:28) White Ferns(38:10) Football Ferns(49:50) Plunket Shield(55:40) Tall Blacks(01:08:44) NRL(01:25:22) Auckland FC(01:48:26) Wellington PhoenixThis week in the Niche Cache we start with Blackcaps making the T20 World Cup semi-finals and New Zealand returning to top-four status as a cricket nation. We break down some key points for their semi-final vs South Africa and then highlight Izzy Gaze as the most impressive White Fern after the T20I series win vs Zimbabwe. White Ferns and Football Ferns are both playing against weaker nations so we compare the two teams, also chatting through some of the emerging Footy Ferns who took their opportunities in Oceania qualification. Plunket Shield rolls along with Northern Districts defeating Auckland and we discuss Simon Keene's sneaky batting ability as well as Zak Gibson's efficient seam bowling for ND this season. Tall Blacks had two wins in Asia over the weekend with New Zealand's basketball depth on show. NRL started over the weekend with the Otahuhu wing combo for Dragons coming close to a win vs Bulldogs and Dylan Brown showing his growth in the halves for Knights. We finish with a trip into the A-League where Auckland FC are still one of the best teams and Wellington Phoenix are the worst team. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheSubstack: https://thenichecache.substack.comDonate: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com
ESPN's The Far Post is back for an express post following the Matildas' 2-0 win over the Football Ferns. Join Angela Christian-Wilkes, Anna Harrington, and Marissa Lordanic as we talk about Sam Kerr's first start back on home soil, pump up Hayley Raso, chat about Alanna Kennedy in the midfield, and discuss Asian Cup. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was recorded and produced on: the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin nation and the Kaurna people. Follow The Far Post on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out espn.com.au or download the ESPN App. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Football Ferns failed to send retiring captain Annalie Longo off as a winner after falling to a 2-nil defeat in the second and final match against Australia in Adelaide
This week on The Niche Cast, we spend a whole chunk on the upcoming NZ Derby in the A-League, first chatting Auckland FC's lack of goal-scorers, then moving into Wellington Phoenix tactical tweaks. The Tall Blacks and Football Ferns have had series against Australia so we compare the vibes. Then a bit of Joe Bell x Flying Kiwis footy... before strutting through the domestic cricket scene and looking at some Kiwi-NRL emerging players in Queensland and a bit of Warriors young depth.(03:32) Auckland FC(36:14) Mindfulness(40:00) Wellington Phoenix(01:06:28) Tall Blacks & Football Ferns vs Oz(01:19:56) Joe Bell/Flying Kiwis(01:23:24) Domestic Cricket(01:43:43) Kiwi-NRL Juniors + Warriors DepthPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com
After nearly 20 years at the top, Football Fern Annalie Longo is hanging up her boots after tomorrow's game against Australia. Longo made her senior debut as a 15-year-old and has played more than 140 times for the Football Ferns including at five World Cups and four Olympic Games. The timing of the midfielder's decision to retire was part of New Zealand Football's planning towards the 2027 Football World Cup. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.
ESPN's The Far Post is back for an express post following the Matildas' 5-0 win over the Football Ferns. Join Angela Christian-Wilkes, Sam Lewis, Anna Harrington, and Marissa Lordanic as we ask whether this was the Matildas best performance under Joe Montemurro, how different this lineup will looking to the first game of the Women's Asian Cup, and plenty more. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was recorded and produced on: the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora nation. Follow The Far Post on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out espn.com.au or download the ESPN App. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After taking time out of the game to deal with a serious injury and to focus on her mental health, Grace Wisnewski has fallen back in love with football. The Kiwi has been recalled to the Football Ferns as they get set to take on the Matilda's in a two-test series across the ditch. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
Excitement's brewing ahead of another A-League season for the Wellington Phoenix women's side. Some new names have been signed on, including current Football Ferns goalkeeper Victoria Esson - as well as some new overseas talent. Tessel Middag is one of these new overseas players, and she joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Football Ferns fittingly honoured former captain Ali Riley ahead of today's game against the world no.2 USA in Missouri. Riley was capped 163 times for New Zealand and has ended her career playing club football in Los Angeles. After the pre-match on-field celebration Riley watched on as the Ferns lost six-nil. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.
This week in the Niche Cache we start with a few rugby league notes with signing news and Pacific Championship stuff before celebrating Jackson Ball's rise to a starting role with Illawarra in the NBL. We break down another NZ Breakers loss and updated Steven Adams' start to the NBA season before going into the Wellington Phoenix and Auckland FC estuaries. Both teams had home wins over the weekend with kiwis like Corban Piper, Xuan Loke and Jesse Randell impressing. Football Ferns have been in action as well and Macey Fraser popped up in the Women's National League. The cool cats lead our Flying Kiwis round up this week with Marko Stamenic, Elijah Just and Matthew Garbett. Then we wrap up a stinky ODI World Cup for White Ferns, before talking through the best Blackcaps performers vs England in Daryl Mitchell, Matt Henry and Zak Foulkes. Ford Trophy started last weekend so we finish with plenty of domestic cricket including Henry Nicholls' centuries, seaming all-rounders and the best emerging talent for each team.(00:30) NRL/Pacific Championships(14:45) Mindfulness(17:25) NBL/NBA(33:35) A-League(59:52) Football Ferns(01:11:19) Flying Kiwis(01:18:40) White Ferns(01:24:27) Blackcaps(01:39:17) Ford TrophyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com
This week in the Niche Cache we start by breaking down Blackcaps T20 matters ahead of the series vs England and chuckle at the Kane Williamson situation. Then we update the White Ferns ODI World Cup campaign and how NZ Breakers slipped up with another loss early in their NBL season. We chat through lots of football led by All Whites who had another solid performance in losing to Poland and Football Ferns are preparing for their international window coming up. Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix start their A-League season with away trips this weekend, plus Luke Flowerdew is shining for Phoenix Reserves in the National League. We finish with some NZ Warriors news as they signed Alofiana Khan-Pereira and have had some headline buzz about junior signings.(00:00) Blackcaps(41:36) Mindfulness(45:33) White Ferns(52:40) NZ Breakers(01:15:10) All Whites(01:35:26) Football Ferns(01:52:10) A-League/National League(02:09:44) NZ WarriorsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com
This week in the Niche Cache we start by celebrating Brisbane Broncos, Callum McCowatt, Jacob Duffy and Jimmy Neesham for their sneaky Aotearoa excellence. Then we check in with the 0-4 NZ Breakers and a cluster of New Zealand guards doing well in the NBL like Flynn Cameron and Taine Murray. We react to NZ Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns squads for the Pacific Championship, reflect on two losses for White Ferns at the ODI World Cup and break down Blackcaps T20 depth after the series against Australia. Chris Wood is struggling with Nottingham Forest, Football Ferns have named a squad and we put the National League spotlight on Kaelin Nguyen and Aston Burns.(01:31) Brisbane Broncos(14:37) Callum McCowatt(21:22) Jacob Duffy/Jimmy Neesham(25:50) Mindfulness(32:20) NBL & Breakers(49:31) NZ Kiwis/Kiwi Ferns(01:07:23) White Ferns(01:09:45) Blackcaps(01:30:01) Chris Wood(01:36:55) Football Ferns(01:46:45) National LeaguePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com
Long-serving Football Fern Ali Riley has endured what she's described as a year from hell. Months battling a chronic nerve injury that she was stuggling to find answers about, as well as losing her family home in the Los Angeles fires has given the former Football Ferns captain some perspective. She will retire from football at the end of her club season, bringing to an end a nearly three-decade long career, on her own terms. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.
This week in the Niche Cache we conjure divine intervention for NZ Warriors vs Penrith Panthers and All Whites vs Socceroos. We check in with some of the leading storylines for both games at Mt Smart before rolling through Chatham Cup/Kate Sheppard Cup streaks, NZ-A cricket, NZ U16 men's basketball team and a giggle about Steven Adams. Then we update the latest NRLW angles from Aotearoa and dive deeper into NRL finals including how NZ Warriors and Panthers share junior talent, plus some notable Kiwi-NRL juniors to watch out for in finals footy like Alec MacDonald, Benaiah Ioelu, Jordan Riki and Matthew Timoko. Ryan Thomas was the best player for All Whites in their loss vs Australia so we chat through his style of play and background with some breaking news for Chris Wood, then we check in with Football Ferns around the world. Michaela Foster, Hannah Blake, Jacqui Hand and Macey Fraser feature there before we finish with a brainstorming exercise for Blackcaps depth.(00:00) NZ Warriors & All Whites at Mt Smart(11:40) Mindfulness(18:05) Paul Ifill/Auckland United Women(26:56) NZ-A cricket(37:52) NZ U16 basketball(46:08) NRLW(52:16) NRL(01:24:27) All Whites: Ryan Thomas/Chris Wood(01:42:07) Flying Kiwis: Michaela Foster, Jacqui Hand, Macey Fraser(01:52:54) BlackcapsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com
Football Ferns defender C.J Bott is delighted to sign for her hometown club - the Wellington Phoenix. The 50-cap New Zealand international is new coach Bev Priestman's first signing. She joined Piney to discuss her new role. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Football Ferns have beaten Venezuela 2-1 in their second international friendly in Spain.
The Football Ferns have beaten Venezuela 2-1 in their second international friendly in Spain to tie the two-match series 1-all.
The Football Ferns bounced back from their opening game defeat to beat Venezuela 2-1 in their second international friendly in Spain, and tie the two-match series with Venezuela 1-all.
Michael Mayne has been confirmed as the Football Ferns' new head coach becoming their first New Zealand-born coach in more than 20 years. Mayne has been the interim coach since last year and has signed on to the permanent role through to the 2027 Women's World Cup. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.
The Football Ferns have their first games of 2025 in the next few days. They'll come up against Costa Rica tomorrow and again on Wednesday. Interim head coach Michael May has appointed an all-new coaching staff for this tour, including former Football Ferns goalkeeper Jenny Binden as his assistant coach. Bindon appeared at the 2008 and 2012 Olympics, as well as the FIFA Women's World Cups in 2007, again in 2011, and she talks to Piney about the upcoming games. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eagle-eyed Football Ferns kicked off a shake-up of Canada Soccer that has wide-ranging consequences. A scandal unfolded when drones were spotted being flown over practice sessions ahead of the Football Ferns' opening game of the Paris Olympics against Canada. Following an independent review Canada's coach has been fired and questions have been asked about the cultural and ethical foundations of the organisation, sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.
The Professional Footballers' Association is standing with the governing body regarding alleged inappropriate behaviour by outgoing coach Jitka Klimkova towards a player. Newstalk ZB understands a number of players were dissatisfied with New Zealand Football's handling of the employment-related matter. The incident, which the players say happened during last year's World Cup, resulted in an independent investigation. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks the controversy. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Zealand Football doesn't want former Football Ferns coach Jitka Klimkova to leave and said it was all her decision to resign after months of turmoil. Klimkova has left the head coach role three years into a seven year contract but will stay on with New Zealand Football for six months in a different role. An independent workplace investigation cleared Klimkova of any wrongdoing but late last week she ended her coaching term citing her wellbeing, sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.
Football Ferns Captain Ali Riley's career may well be over as she struggles to overcome a nerve injuy, sports reporter Jonty Dine speaks to Lisa Owen.
A short history of spying in sport, from deep sea dives to high flying drones
Canadian women's football coach Beverly Priestman has been sent home from the Olympics in wake of the side's 2-1 win over the Football Ferns. It comes after the Canadians were caught using drones to spy on the Ferns' training sessions, but Canada Soccer has revealed their use of drones goes well before Paris. Meanwhile, the All Blacks Sevens team's chance for Olympic Gold has been dashed after losing 14-7 to South Africa in the quarterfinals. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Newstalk ZB Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and sports commentator Andrew Gourdie joined Heather du Plessis-Allan for the Sports Huddle. The Football Ferns' 2-1 loss to Canada has been mired in controversy, after the Canadians were found to have used drones to spy on the team's training. The All Blacks Sevens' Olympic campaign has ended before the opening ceremony, after losing to South Africa 14-7 in the quarterfinals, leaving them to settle for the fifth placed playoff. After three months, Jason reveals more about how his interview with Scott Robertson was finally arranged after three months in the making. And the trio discuss New Zealand's Olympic medal prospects ahead of tomorrow's opening ceremony. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jonty Dine speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about New Zealand being the centre of a major international controversy after the Canadian team was caught flying a drone over the Football Ferns training.
The Football Ferns chances of reaching fallen to a 2-1 loss to Canada in their opening game at the Paris Olympics after a buildup dominated by a spying scandal.
Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Radio Hauraki's Matt Heath joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Canada has copped backlash from all over the world after it was revealed they were spying on two separate Football Ferns training sessions ahead of the Olympics. Should the team get punished? There's growing calls to compensate victims following the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings on abuse in state and faith-based care. Is this the way to go? Republican politicians have labelled Kamala Harris a 'diversity hire' in their efforts to tear down the Democratic Party. Is this seriously a political strategy? New research has revealed more and more young people suffer from preventable hearing loss. How can we intervene early? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Canadian Olympic team has apologised to New Zealand after a drone was caught flying over a Football Ferns training session in Saint Etienne, ahead of their Olympic opener. The drone from the defending Olympic football champions was spotted by Football Ferns staff and reported to police with a Canadian support staff member was detained by police, sports reporter Jonty Dine speaks to Susana Lei'ataua.
Steve and Seamus reflect on their recent gig with Josh Kronfeld, discuss the Football Ferns spying controversy, business updates and why they travel to Auckland separatley, reflect on their recent episode with Sione Famuina and look ahead to the Paris Olympics with Between Two Bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
While the Football Ferns are embroiled in a spying scandal the New Zealand men's team have made a winning start to their Olympic campaign, beating Guinea 2-1 in Nice.
Chef de Mission Nigel Avery says the New Zealand Olympic team has received an apology but wouldn't speculate if any action will be taken against Team Canada following the drone scandal. Barry Guy reports.
On today's episode, survivors of abuse in care are demanding action to match the apologies that followed the release of the final, damning report of the royal commission, we hear from Minister Erica Stanford and co-chair of the survivor experiences board, Frances Tagaloa, we cross to Paris where Barry Guy brings us the latest on the Football Ferns spying scandal after Canada were caught spying on the team before their Olympics clash, and seven million mussels are set to be placed in the Hauraki Gulf.
Dana discusses the Football Ferns' turbulent path to the Olympics, after coach Jitka Klimková stepped aside under mysterious circumstances. All signs are pointing to a tense series between the All Blacks and England - will the NZ public allow new coach Scott Robertson a grace period while he finds his feet? Also - a potential eligibility change for the Silver Ferns, and a look at New Zealand's rising tennis star at Wimbledon. Dana Johannsen is RNZ's sports correspondent.
Ten Football Ferns players will make their Olympic debut in Paris later this month, but the squad is missing a couple of familiar faces.
New Zealand Football has called in independent facilitators to repair rifts in the Football Ferns camp after an investigation into coach Jitka Klimkova. RNZ sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Corin Dann.
On today's episode, a train derailment that happened during heavy rainfall on the weekend of the Auckland Anniversary floods had the potential to be one of the country's most serious rail disasters; The mother of the missing Marokopa children has published a letter she says was written by Tom Phillips; The alcohol levy has been raised - but by less than half the amount that would even cover inflation; New Zealand Football has called in independent facilitators to repair rifts in the Football Ferns camp after an investigation into coach Jitka Klimkova; and some good news from the OECD's Pisa tests - New Zealand's 15-year-olds are fifth in the world for creative thinking.
RNZ sports journalist Jamie Wall speaks to Lisa Owen about the Football Ferns and the last weekend of the Super Rugby Pacific regular season just around the corner.
New Zealand Rugby's governance landscape is as murky as ever after yesterday's contentious vote - Sam Ackerman looks at what it means and why this saga keeps dragging on.
It's a simple equation facing New Zealand in Apia today, beat the Solomon Islands, and qualify for Paris. Sports reporter Jonty Dine speaks to Lisa Owen. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6347178711112
The Football Ferns have booked their place at this year's Paris Olympics.
The Football Ferns coach Jitka Klimkova believes they achieved their goal of getting better every game as they sealed their spot at this year's Paris Games.
Sandra Herrera, Lisa Carlin and Jordan Angeli recap the day-1 action in the Women's World Cup. The host nations Australia and New Zealand kick off the tournament for their groups as The Matildas played debutants Ireland and the Football Ferns played Norway. Full day-one recap. We are a nominee for the "Best Female-Hosted Podcast" category in The People's Choice podcast awards! VOTE FOR ATTACKING THIRD: http://podcastawards.com/app/signup/ - Go to PodcastAwards.com - Sign up/sign in - Toggle down to "Best Female Hosted Podcast" - Vote "Attacking Third"!!!!! Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo Network every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pmET on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports App. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LisaCarlin32, @Jordangeli , @JennyaChiu and @Darian_Jenks. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The World Cup is HERE! After Day 1 of games during which both host nations took three points on massive wins, Sara and Allie are here to break it all down. Sara is delious from sleep depreivation and it's only Day 1, but that isn't stopping her. Sara & Allie talk about how big these two wins and moments were for both countries, and then break down both games. NZ vs Norway - all praise for NZ, but on the flip side what is going on with Norway? Next, it's Australia vs. Ireland - a physical game by all accounts and no Sam Kerr. Are you convinced by Australia? Can Ireland still play the upsetter? Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
We've made it, 4 years on from the start of the podcast (then called Two Girls World Cup!) we're back with another World Cup! There's a lot ot get through, so here's part one of two WWC previews. In this we look at Groups A-D. What chance do we give Norway, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Japan, England, Denmark, China and more? Sponsored by FotMob, who are bring all the stats you could wish for this tournament. https://twogirlstalkballs.com/
WHAT'S GOOOOOOOD! It's almost World Cup time and we are SO ready! In order to help you get ready Courtney & André previewed every single group, every single team, and who we think is heading to the knockouts. In this episode: Group A: New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Switzerland Group B: Australia, Canada, Nigeria, Republic of Ireland Group C: Costa Rica, Japan, Spain, Zambia Group D: China, Denmark, England, Haiti Too much pressure on the Football Ferns? Don't let Norway trick you. Australia is ready for this. Will Canada sufferball deep into another major tournament? Folk sleepin on Haiti? Can England overcome their absences? And MORE! Please listen, subscribe, rate and review – we appreciate y'all! ============= Follow Us: Twitter - @DiasporaUtdPod Instagram - diasporautdpod ============= Music credit: Finally by Loxbeats https://soundcloud.com/loxbeats Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3. Free Download: http://bit.ly/FinallyLoxbeats Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/fGquX0Te1Yo
Super-Sized Snacks! This week, Sam Mewis and Lynn Williams talk about Lynn's big week after being named to the USWNT's World Cup Roster. That's followed by a World Cup preview, as Sam digs into the opening matches and teams to look for this tournament. Sam hosts a special interview with Lynn as her guest, then Angel City and New Zealand captain Ali Riley joins the show to discuss what it means for the Football Ferns to co-host the 2023 World Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.