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This week in the Niche Cache we celebrate NZ Kiwis, Blackcaps, Steven Adams and prepare for the Aotearoa A-League Derby. We chat through some Pacific Championships stuff, compare Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix coaching, update how Steven Adams is tracking in the NBA and check in with the NZ Breakers chaos after a big win. Then we dive deeper into Blackcaps who swept aside England in the ODI series and now prepare for a T20 series against West Indies. That means talking through two different squads, players out of form like Will Young and the depth in both formats with some Ford Trophy weaved in for more context. Before we hit up the kiwi derby, an All Whites squad was announced which included Sarpreet Singh after his goal on the weekend and we offer some background information for Kees Sims. We also update the New Zealand flavour for Newcastle Jets women and how Lara Colpi is tracking.(00:00) NZ Kiwis vs Tonga(15:04) Aotearoa derby coaches(24:10) Steven Adams(36:06) NZ Breakers(38:28) Mindfulness(41:36) Blackcaps (01:16:45) - Sarpreet Singh & Flying Kiwis(01:27:48) All Whites squad(01:35:15) Newcastle Jets Women(01:38:24) Wellington Phoenix vs Auckland FCPatreon: 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 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 celebrate a tremendous start to the Pacific Championships and how New Zealand's teams respond to the unique atmosphere on offer. Then we touch on a Blackcaps spin issue in T20Is and the White Ferns top order struggling for runs at the World Cup, before breaking down two draws for Aotearoa's A-League teams in Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix. NZ Breakers are repeating a win-loss cycle in the NBL with Carlin Davison emerging as an exciting kiwi athlete and Steven Adams is about to start his NBA season. We swing back around to digest some Kiwis, Kiwi Ferns and Samoa details before chatting through some young players to watch out for in Ford Trophy as the cricket season starts in New Zealand. Chris Wood has a new manager at Nottingham Forest, Kosta Barbarouses scored in his first game for Western Sydney and Callum McCowatt scored another goal for Silkeborg which gives us three funky All Whites attackers to compare and contrast.(00:00) Pacific Championships(16:14) Blackcaps & White Ferns(25:50) A-League(39:02) NZ Breakers(51:33) Steven Adams(59:10) Mindfulness(01:01:36) More Kiwis & Kiwi Ferns(01:23:00) Ford Trophy (01:36:17) Chris Wood/Kosta Barbarouses/Callum McCowattPatreon: 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

Australian basketball analyst and host of the '6th Man Podcast' Cam Luke joins Ric & Chappy to chat all things ANBL, including the NZ Breakers getting their first win of the season last night against the Illawarra Hawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

The Breakers were unable to break the duck last week, leaving them sitting 0-3 in the NBL season. It doesn't get any easier for the side as they travel to Sydney, set to take on the Sydney Kings later tonight. D'Arcy caught up with Taylor Britt, a point guard for the Breakers, to reflect on how the seasons been going and preview tonight's clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we celebrate Steven Adams going barefoot and his NBA media day antics before diving into a 0-3 start to the NBL season for NZ Breakers. We have an All Whites squad to break down with George Stanger and Owen Parker-Price earning call ups, while the NZ National League has started closer to home. We roll through the rise of Isa Prins, Noah Karunaratne's impact and a few more National League points. Then we finish the podcast with all the New Zealand flavour in NRL and NRLW Grand Finals as well as NZ Warriors in the State Championship.(00:00) Steven Adams(11:23) Mindfulness(15:50) NZ Breakers(32:54) All Whites(53:08) National League(01:10:28) NRL/NRLWPatreon: 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 Callum McCowatt's perfect footballing hat-trick for Silkeborg IF in Denmark and Otago winning the Ranfurly Shield. Then we chat through a tough start to the NBL season for NZ Breakers who had two heavy losses and break down Isaiah Papali'i's NRL Finals form as well as all New Zealand angles in NRL/NRLW Finals. Chris Wood has a new coach at Nottingham Forest and we discuss some National League key points ahead of the new season, then we finish with White Ferns form and Blackcaps T20 strike-rates.(00:00) Callum McCowatt(14:03) Ranfurly Shield(18:22) Mindfulness(24:38) NZ Breakers(41:51) NRL/NRLW(01:12:26) Chris Wood(01:16:21) Wellington Phoenix(01:23:28) National League(01:34:59) White Ferns/BlackcapsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

The BNZ Breakers are under new ownership. Kiwi-American attorney and businessman Marc Mitchell has taken majority ownership from Matt Walsh. The ownership group includes Kiwi businessmen Leon and Stephen Grice, their business partner Sean Colgan, along with former owners Liz and Paul Blackwell, and former Breaker and Tall Black Tom Abercrombie. Mitchell told Piney he saw the opportunity to continue to grow the sport, not only on the court, but also within the community. He says they're trying to get back to their roots. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we start by comparing New Zealand Warriors and All Whites. Both have laid strong foundations despite recent losses and have plenty of room for growth moving forward. Then we chat through the latest Kane Williamson news and discuss where he sits in the Blackcaps T20I mix, before highlighting Geordie Beamish's mahi at the Athletics World Championships. NZ Breakers are preparing for the Australian NBL season and while some Aussies don't like the Breakers' depth, we do and we think they can shake up the NBL this season. NRL finals roll along and NRLW finals are about to start with lots of Aotearoa estuaries to explore, plus there a few NZ Warriors things to chat through like Ivana Lauitiiti being awesome and Warriors junior signings. We finish by putting the football spotlight on Matthew Garbett and then Wellington Phoenix who have added Macey Fraser to their women's team as well as Dan Edwards and Ramy Najjarine to their men's team.(01:53) NZ Warriors & All Whites(24:25) Kane Williamson(46:17) Geordie Beamish(53:52) Mindfulness(59:22) NZ Breakers(01:13:36) NRL/NRLW(01:42:23) Matthew Garbett(01:50:07) Wellington PhoenixPatreon: 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 checking in with the battle of kiwi football captains (Finn Surman vs Michael Boxall) which leads into some of the youngsters who are loved by their fanbases around the world. We ponder the curse of Mt Smart and salute Southland for their sporting excellence, then we break down NZ Breakers at the NBL Blitz. Canberra Raiders are NRL minor premiers led by Wellington's Joseph Tapine, Broncos bring their NRLWahine back to Aotearoa to play against NZ Warriors women and the Warriors men need to find their groove against Manly Sea Eagles. Auckland FC were knocked out of the Aussie Cup and we roll through lots of All Whites stuff ahead of their Ashes games vs Australia next week. We finish with NZ-A cricket as they have started their tour of South Africa with two losses and lots of runs from Zak Foulkes.(00:00) Finn Surman vs Michael Boxall(17:35) Tim Seifert in CPL(19:29) Mt Smart curse(28:26) Southland wins Ranfurly Shield(32:36) Aotearoa music(34:50) Mindfulness(41:10) NZ Breakers(52:11) NRL/NZ Warriors(01:18:06) Auckland FC(01:22:47) All Whites(01:42:44) NZ-A cricketPatreon: 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 saluting the Naram Rhythm Section and then map out expectations/hopes for NZ Warriors, NZ Breakers, White Ferns, Auckland FC and both Wellington Phoenix teams. Then we dive deeper into all things NZ Warriors ahead of an NRL game vs Parramatta Eels and NRLW game vs St George Illawara Dragons, with some NZ Kiwis stuff sprinkled in after the news around Brandon Smith. Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix have been in Aussie Cup mode so we compare their campaigns and how they have used the tournament to build towards the A-League season. Then we check in with Alex Paulsen, Marko Stamenic, Elijah Just and Finn Surman who have all had funky football weeks. We finish with some Blackcaps news and some notes about the NZ-A cricket squad to tour South Africa.(00:00) Naram Rhythm Section(07:41) Mindfulness(09:48) Setting expectations(42:32) NZ Warriors(01:21:42) Auckland FC & Wellington Phoenix in Aussie Cup(01:30:49) Flying Kiwis(01:45:31) BlackcapsPatreon: 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 with a bit of Chris Wood, Wellington Phoenix reserves, NZ Warriors women showcasing their mana and NZ Warriors vs Dragons. Then we debrief the Tall Blacks' Asia Cup campaign and update the NZ Breakers squad after Kaia Isaac moved to NCAA hoops. We dive deeper into all NZ Warriors led by the importance of Taine Tuaupiki at fullback for their push into finals footy. We preview the weekend's NRL and NRLW games for NZ Warriors, as well as sprinkling in a few NZ Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns updates. We react to the All Whites squad named to take on Australia with Ryan Thomas returning to the New Zealand team and we roll through a few impressive pockets of All Whites depth. We finish with a quick round up of Blackcaps T20 seamers as they prepare for a steady flow of T20Is over the next few months.(00:00) Chris Wood and local football(11:35) NZ Warriors vs Dragons and NRLW mana(27:04) Mindfulness(31:11) Geneva AM and Soft Bait(36:37) Tall Blacks(58:08) NZ Warriors(01:35:04) Jordan Riki and NZ Kiwis(01:40:40) All Whites(02:14:43) Blackcaps T20 seamersPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

Brian Wethers shares his journey from a standout NCAA career at Cal and NBA aspirations, to becoming one of the most explosive imports in Australian basketball during the mid-2000s. He breaks down the Pirates' underdog rise in 2004 under Adrian Hurley, his dynamic partnership with Kavossy Franklin, and the unforgettable playoff push that followed. We also revisit his return to the league with New Zealand, a blistering run of form that included multiple 30-point nights before injury struck. Wethers opens up about how the game has evolved since then, what came next after his playing days, and the legacy he hopes to leave in Australian basketball circles. Topics include:

This week in the Niche Cache we start by chatting through NZ Warriors losing at Mt Smart with big crowds and then roll through the development strategies of Warriors, Phoenix, Auckland FC and NZ Breakers. Jackson Ball has joined Illawarra Hawks in the Australian NBL and Tall Blacks are on their journey to the Asia Cup, so we weave in some Breakers angles before chatting Warriors. We start with the NRLW team, then ponder the impact of Wade Egan and the possibility of Sam Healey coming into the NRL team as well as updating the NSW Cup team who winning. There are potential Kiwi Ferns in Tenika Willison, Rosie Kelly and Kerri Johnson to chat through, plus a Kiwis squad update. Blackcaps are in Zimbabwe preparing for a Test series, after winning the T20 tri-series. We have a quick MLS check in featuring Michael Boxall, Finn Surman, Bill Tuiloma and finish with a deeper dive into Wellington Phoenix in the Aussie Cup.(00:00) NZ Warriors at Mt Smart(16:03) Development strategies(30:29) Mindfulness(37:33) Jackson Ball/NBL(52:22) Tall Blacks(01:01:31) NRLW/Kiwi Ferns(01:07:47) NRL/Kiwis(01:28:19) Blackcaps (01:55:11) MLS(02:05:15) Wellington PhoenixPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

This week at the Niche Cache we update Aotearoa dynasties then have a cricketing giggle at Tim Robinson's bowling and Will O'Rourke's batting before entering the basketball realms. We chat through Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones entering the NBA draft, Steven Adams/Kevin Durant, Parker Jackson-Cartwright staying with NZ Breakers, the latest NBL action and New Zealand U19s/Tall Ferns preparing for international tournaments. Then we chat through the NZ Warriors loss vs Penrith Panthers and set up their next game vs Brisbane Broncos, as well as covering Aublix Tawha's debut for Dolphins and NRLWahine in the trials. Wellington Phoenix have signed Vic Esson and goalkeepers lead the Flying Kiwis farmer's market, before we finish with some cricket as NZ-A women started their tour of England and Logan van Beek is in fabulous form. (00:00) NZ sports dynasties(12:05) Tim Robinson/Will O'Rourke(27:15) Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones(32:45) NZ Breakers(35:04) Steven Adams/Kevin Durant(44:22) NBL(51:59) NZ U19/Tall Ferns(01:04:01) Mindfulness(01:07:00) NZ Warriors(01:47:36) Aublix Tawha debut(01:53:43) NRLW(01:57:12) Vic Esson joins Phoenix(02:02:32) Flying Kiwis transfers(02:09:06) NZ-A Women/County ChampionshipPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

This week on the Niche Cast we start by working through the most concerning pockets of our New Zealand sports beat which ends up being Wellington Phoenix. Steven Adams is about to start NBA playoffs with Houston Rockets and NZ Breakers have signed Reuben Te Rangi, Taylor Britt and Rob Lowe, plus we roll through a few key points from the NZ NBL. Brett Hampton, Logan van Beek, Jacob Duffy and Blair Tickner have started their County Championship winters in England, then we chat about the women's cricket system in New Zealand. NZ Warriors had losses in NRL, NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg Cup over the weekend and they have also signed another young Aussie in Jye Linnane. We discuss the theme of young Aussies joining NZ Warriors and how Newcastle Knights are doing the opposite in recruiting young halves from Aotearoa. There are a few more Kiwi-NRL notes on offer such as Tyrone Thompson's debut and Starford To'a doing career best mahi. We finish by celebrating Marko Stamenic then the weekly check in with Wellington Phoenix and Auckland FC.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecacheSay kia ora: thenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com(00:00) Intro & Concerning Pockets(14:18) Mindfulness(16:22) Steven Adams(21:42) NZ Breakers & NBL(40:44) County Championship(47:34) Women's cricket system(56:46) NZ Warriors(01:29:39) Kiwi-NRL(01:33:07) Marko Stamenic(01:36:57) Wellington Phoenix(01:48:24) Auckland FC

In our podcast this week we start by offering a few apologies to Jackson Ford and 'Chico' Geraldes. After going deeper than usual into some mindfulness we update Steven Adams' NBA season with Houston Rockets. Then we dive into a change of ownership for NZ Breakers and kiwi basketballers who they can sign, or in the case of Carlin Davison have already snapped up. We touch on the latest round of Plunket Shield and the Rhys Mariu kerfuffle before balancing how older players improve in Blackcaps with the exciting youngsters on the rise like Muhammad Abbas. NZ Warriors had a gritty win vs Wests Tigers and are leading the NRL in a few funky stats, plus there are lots of younger players chiming in for a good NSW Cup team. After dropping NZ Kiwis thoughts on the fullback position we roll into A-League football where Auckland FC had a win and Wellington Phoenix men offered an encouraging performance in their draw. Moses Dyer scored a lovely goal in Ireland as well.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecacheSay kia ora: thenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com(00:00) Intro & Some Apologies(13:47) Mindfulness(26:37) Steven Adams(31:36) Breakers & NBL(44:19) Plunket Shield(53:44) Blackcaps vs Pakistan(01:11:42) Warriors vs Tigers(01:42:15) A-League & Flying Kiwis

This week in the Niche Cast we start by updating Sam Ruthe's mile mahi and then discuss the change in ownership for NZ Breakers. Carlin Davison, Corey Webster and Jackson Ball have had strong start to the NBL season, while the All Whites sealed World Cup qualification so we celebrate all things kiwi football. We also touch on Tyler Bindon, Sarpreet Singh and Marko Stamenic as kiwi footballers with intriguing club situations overseas. Wellington Phoenix Women had a loss and seem unlikely to crack A-League Women finals. Then we chat through Blackcaps T20I/ODI stuff vs Pakistan with Nick Kelly and Muhammad Abbas earning ODI call ups, meanwhile White Ferns have struggled to compete with Australia in their T20Is. We roll through a few Plunket Shield notes before finishing with key details about New Zealand Warriors footy after another win at Mt Smart.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecacheSay kia ora: thenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com(00:00) Intro & Sam Ruthe(11:28) Mindfulness(12:35) NZ Breakers(18:21) NBL(31:52) All Whites(01:03:06) Wellington Phoenix Women(01:08:18) Blackcaps(01:23:54) White Ferns(01:37:09) Plunket Shield(01:41:54) NZ Warriors

In this weeks episode, Pro struggles with the Zoom, but his Team of the Week is the Pacers, while Bogues picks the surging Rockets. The Knicks and Cavs are struggling. Kyrie's livestream rant, Celtics sell for $6.1B, and Joe Ingles gets a special start. NBA All-Star 1v1? Beasley vs. Stephenson for $100K. Giddey & Dyson win Aussie of the Week. Plus, NBL Finals wrap-up—Illawarra are champions, Delly hands MVP to Davo, and NZ Breakers sold. Is a hostile NBL takeover brewing? Fact or Fake News: Is Dyson Daniels the NBA's most improved player? 00:00:42 Intro 00:02:00 Team of the Week 00:08:51 Week team of the Week 00:14:00 
Latest NBA News 00:34:03 Useful or Useless 00:37:16 
Aussie of the Week 00:38:21 Fact or Fake News 00:52:58 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media

Welcome back to the lofi kiwi sports yarns of the Niche Cache. We begin with the weekly celebration of Chris Wood as well as a few other quick hitters like Nando Pijnaker being awesome, Blackcaps/White Ferns being top-five in the world and funky New Zealand athlete names. Then we break down the latest results for NZ Breakers in the NBL and which kiwis are performing well, before rolling through lots of Super Smash with notes for Otago, Canterbury, Central and Northern. Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix had wins in the A-League so there is plenty to discuss in the wash up of those results, before discussing Kiwi-NRL intrigue for Ryder Williams, Salesi Foketi, Francis Manuleleua. We finish with NZ Warriors hot takes and a few notes about how NRL teams use their 'Supplementary List' and 'Train/Trial' contracts.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter twice a week: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecacheSay kia ora: thenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com(00:00) Intro(01:58) Chris Wood(14:57) Nando Pijnaker(20:10) Top 5 cricket nations(25:54) Mindfulness(28:14) NZ Breakers/NBL(35:58) Super Smash(01:11:17) Auckland FC(01:32:02) Wellington Phoenix Women(01:39:30) Kiwi-NRL/NZ Warriors

This week on the Niche Cast we have a minor celebration of Super Smash cricket and Luke Georgeson's mana before checking in with what music we have been jamming. Then we touch on the NZ Breakers before reacting to the Blackcaps squad for the Champions Trophy. Ben Sears was a surprise inclusion and there is plenty of depth throughout New Zealand cricket, leading our conversation into the depths of Super Smash. Otago Volts and Sparks are going well in Super Smash, while Jess Kerr is dominating with Wellington Blaze. It's a busy time for the Flying Kiwis with Moses Dyer and Anna Leat making moves, while Libby Cacace has a funky role with Empoli. Then we try to gather one key point about Wellington Phoenix men and women, as well as Auckland FC as they grind through the summer phase of A-League. We finish with some leftover NZ Warriors thoughts after the retirement of Tohu Harris. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter twice a week: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecacheSay kia ora: thenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com(00:00) Intro(07:43) Mindfulness(09:53) Musical Jams(13:30) NZ Breakers(19:21) Blackcaps(56:27) Super Smash(01:13:36) Flying Kiwis transfers(01:36:02) Wellington Phoenix & Auckland FC(01:50:22) NZ Warriors

This week on the Niche Cast we touch on Jasprit Bumrah's Test record vs New Zealand before highlighting a wave of young talent from Aotearoa including Otago Volts' Mason Clarke, NZ Warriors' Leka Halasima, Wellington Phoenix lads like Luke Brooke-Smith and Reading FC's Tyler Bindon. Then we break down lovely wins for Wellington Phoenix men and Auckland FC in the A-League, where Tim Paine excelled despite being ruled out due to injury before the game and Hiroki Sakai continues to offer classy mahi. Wellington Phoenix women lost and Chris Wood scored again in the Premier League. Blackcaps continue their T20I series vs Sri Lanka with big crowds as usual for cricket in New Zealand, plus we chat through the opening phase of Super Smash and we have notes about Max Chu, Bree Illing, Bella James. NZ Breakers continue to stink it up and they have a wooden spoon battle vs Cairns coming up, then we finish with five funky Kiwi-NRL lads pushing for consistent reserve grade minutes in Australia and ranking the emerging lads for NZ Warriors.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter twice a week: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecacheSay kia ora: thenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com(00:00) Intro & Bumrah/Kohli vs NZ(07:39) Young phenoms of NZ sport(26:35) Mindfulness(31:02) Wellington Phoenix/Auckland FC(01:05:28) Phoenix women/Chris Wood/Tyler Bindon(01:12:27) Blackcaps vs Sri Lanka (01:24:27) Super Smash(01:45:56) NZ Breakers(01:58:00) Kiwi-NRL/NZ Warriors youngsters

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This week on the Niche Cast we start by rolling through NZ Breakers, Rob Loe and kiwis in NBL then Tauihi finals. Chris Wood's a good mover, NZ Warriors extended two local youngsters with Demitric Vaimauga and Eddie Ieremia-Toeava pushing for NRL footy next season. We chuck out some Blackcaps stats stuff, forecast a younger Test team and preview White Ferns vs Australia. None of New Zealand's A-League teams had a win over the weekend but Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix women had hearty draws.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter twice a week: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecacheSay kia ora: thenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com(00:00) Intro(02:25) Blackcaps or Warriors 2025 Revival?(11:50) Mindfulness(13:49) Breakers & NBL(20:24) Tauihi Semi-Final Yarns(26:16) Chris Wood's movements(41:39) NZ Warriors/Kiwi-NRL Panthers(58:33) Blackcaps forecasting(01:31:36) White Ferns vs Australia preview(01:45:55) Auckland FC, Wellington Phoenix men & women

Former Tall Blacks head coach and New Zealand Breakers legend Paul Henare joins the podcast to reflect on his illustrious basketball journey. From being a cornerstone of the New Zealand Breakers' early days to coaching in Japan's rapidly growing B.League, Henare shares his unique insights into the game across multiple continents. We dive into the 2002 Tall Blacks squad that stunned the basketball world with a fourth-place finish at the FIBA World Championships, the evolution of the New Zealand Breakers from their beginnings to championship glory, and Henare's transition into coaching. Now leading the Shimane Susanoo Magic, Henare discusses the explosive growth of Japanese basketball, the challenges of coaching in a foreign league, and the exciting prospects of the upcoming Premier League competition in Japan. Topics Include: The NBL coaching contingent in Japan: Henare, Trevor Gleeson, Aaron Fearne, Shawn Dennis, Kevin Braswell, and Mody Maor (2:00) The explosive growth of Japan's basketball scene and the upcoming Premier League (11:00) The early days of Paul Henare's basketball career (15:00) The 2002 Tall Blacks squad and its impact on New Zealand basketball (18:00) Toughest opponents faced in NBL and FIBA competition (30:00) The New Zealand Breakers' early struggles and rise to prominence (34:00) Reflecting on the Breakers' 2011 championship triumph (44:00) Transitioning into coaching and overcoming challenges (55:00) Recruiting NBL talent to Japan, including Nick Kay and Perrin Buford (1:01:00) Bryce Cotton's potential move to play in Asia next season (1:03:00) Lessons from Henare's basketball journey and what's next (1:05:00) Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. Head to Aussie Hoopla to check out previous podcasts featuring: Australian Basketball Legends: Luc Longley, Andrew Gaze, Shane Heal, Mark Bradtke, David Andersen, Andrew Vlahov, Phil Smyth, CJ Bruton, Chris Anstey, Brett Maher, Sam MacKinnon, John Rillie, Tony Ronaldson, Damian Martin, Brad Newley Current NBL Stars: Bryce Cotton, Chris Goulding, Xavier Cooks, Tyler Harvey, Dejan Vasiljevic, Jordan Hunter, Flynn Cameron, Keli Leaupepe, Jason Cadee, Mitch McCarron, Anthony Drmic, Luke Travers, Sam Froling, Jesse Wagstaff Our Finest Coaching Minds: Brian Goorjian, Barry Barnes, Joey Wright, Adrian Hurley, Adam Forde, Aaron Fearne, Rob Beveridge, Ian Stacker, Shawn Dennis, Dean Vickerman, Trevor Gleeson, Lindsey Gaze, Ken Cole, Will Weaver, Bruce Palmer NBA Stars Past & Present: Andrew Bogut, Matthew Dellavedova, Stephen Jackson, Jack McVeigh, Randy Livingston, Torrey Craig, Jack White, Acie Earl, Josh Childress, Reggie Smith, Todd Lichti, Ryan Broekhoff, Doug Overton The NBL's Greatest Imports: Leroy Loggins, Darryl McDonald, Ricky Grace, Cal Bruton, Derek Rucker, Leon Trimmingham, Scott Fisher, Lanard Copeland, Dwayne McClain, Darnell Mee, Shawn Redhage, Al Green, Steve Woodberry, Doug Overton, Kevin Lisch The Men In Control: Larry Kestelman, Mal Speed, Paul Maley, Vince Crivelli, Jeremy Loeliger, Chris Pongrass, Jeff Van Groningen, Bob Turner, Danny Mills Follow @AussieHoopla on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook or email us at info@aussiehoopla.com  

This week on the Niche Cast we start with a few of our favourite stinky Blackcaps nuggets after another Test loss vs England and in New Zealand. Then we chat through a few Kiwi-NRL updates like Lennix Tovo training with Rabbitohs and NZ Warriors storylines such as the young wave, Tohu Harris' role and replacing Shaun Johnson's kicking/Addin Fonua-Blake's run metres. NZ Breakers keep losing but Melbourne United are the best NBL team and have hearty kiwis in Rob Loe, Shea Ili and Flynn Cameron. Auckland FC won the A-League derby vs Wellington Phoenix which means we have plenty to discuss with notes about playing styles, Kosta Barbarouses and the temple of Mt Smart. We finish with more complaining about Blackcaps, because, well they deserve it.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter twice a week: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecacheSay kia ora: thenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com(00:33) Blackcaps Nuggets(11:33) Mindfulness(18:36) Kiwi-NRL/NZ Warriors(32:15) NZ Breakers/NBL(43:57) Phoenix women/Auckland FC vs Wellington Phoenix(01:25:08) Blackcaps Melancholy

NBL NOW | Everything NBL NOW Tom Abercrombie & Jack Heverin NZ Breakers Mid-Season Review 1. Biggest positive in NBL252. Biggest challenge in NBL253. Biggest surprise packet4. Team MVP at the halfway point5. What do we want to see for the back end of the season6. Grade and ladder predictionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Sam Waring, a Strategy Consultant at Gemba. Sam assists brands like Coca-Cola, McDonald's and Netflix with with their sponsorship strategy across sports and entertainment.Before he was mixing in the big leagues, Sam started his journey as a Marketing Intern with the NZ Breakers before making his way to Australia. After getting rejected for his current role once, Sam stepped away and addressed his skill gaps, only to return and land his dream job.Sam's story is packed with advice on overcoming rejections, staying persistent, and building your skillset. If you're eager to understand the behind-the-scenes of a career in sports marketing and strategy, you're going to love this episode with Sam.We cover:(6:57) - Introduction to Sam's career and journey(11:23) - Breaking into the sports industry and early experiences(16:45) - Challenges of landing jobs in competitive sports roles(21:30) - Importance of sponsorships in sports marketing(27:15) - Developing strategies for brand partnerships(33:00) - Insights into working with high-profile clients like Coca-Cola(38:20) - Bridging creative and commercial strategies(43:50) - How agency work differs from in-house roles(48:30) - Examples of successful sports campaigns(54:00) - Advice on networking and career growth in sports*If you like this ep, give these a go next:#175: Gemba, Senior Strategy Consultant | Oliver Gilbert#287: MKTG Sports + Entertainment, Sponsorship Manager | Jeffery Leong#99: Octagon UK, Managing Director | Joel Seymour-Hyde#236: Sports Marketing Consultant | Danny Bowerin*-Follow SportsGrad on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok -Follow Reuben Williams on LinkedIn, Instagram or TikTok -Subscribe to the SportsGrad newsletter for job and networking opportunities -Become a SportsGrad Member to shortcut your next job in sportBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NBL NOW | Everything NBL Bryce Cotton & Pete Hooley Bryce talks injury and comeback Who is currently stepping up for the Wildcats Life as a fan and mentor Phoenix how good can they be? Matt Hurt is an asset to the league NZ Breakers are the real deal PJC in MVP form Looking ahead to round 8 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Ngatai is a New Zealand Basketball player from Porirua. He has represented several clubs, including championship stints with the NZ Breakers, Wellington Saints, and the Otago Nuggets. He has also been a key player for the Tall Blacks across various campaigns. - In this podcast we talked about: Switching codes from Rugby to Basketball Playing alongside legends of the game on the court The feeling of putting on the black jersey and representing New Zealand Leading the Haka for the Tall Blacks, and what it means to represent his culture Filling the mentor role for younger players Dropping 47 points for the Hawks How becoming a father has changed his perspective on everything Episode out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeartRadio.

New Zealand Breakers import centre Freddie Gillespie has apologised for an on-court incident which got him suspended for the Australian National Basketball League opener. Gillespie headbutted a Sydney Kings player during a pre-season game and faces a one-match ban which will see him sidelined for Saturday's clash against Brisbane. The 27-year-old American is eager to prove to his new club's fans he's not a bad guy, sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

NBL NOW | Everything NBL Popular NZ Coach Mody Maor departs the NZ Breakers  Jack Heverin is joined by Derek Rucker and Olgun Uluc as the news breaks that Mody Maor has quit as head coach of the NZ Breakers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wow Denver! Anthony Edwards and the Wolves BLOW OUT the reigning champion Nuggets to force a Game 7 and set a few records in the process... while today's NBA STRAYA also welcomes on a guest: one of the best shooters the NBL has seen, Cam Gliddon, lately of the NZ Breakers! So! Today's NBA STRAYA has a wrap & reaction for the Wolves-Nuggets Game 6 AND a big chat with Cam Gliddon about his move to NZ and how the last NBL season went... and who he likes in the NBA playoffs! All that and HEAPS more in today's NBA Straya in our massive daily #NBAPlayoffs recaps!   Today NBA Straya also looks at what now for the Cavs, where the Thunder are at... and if Boston making the ECF is good... or not? Isn't that right, Draymond? Plus there's all the usual stuff: That's Not A Knife, Old Mate No Mates, Spud of the Night, and Better Than Lonzo Ball! As well as the MAGIC TWEET OF THE WEEK and D-Head of the Week!  On top of that there's also YEAH NAHs, the Unpopular Opinion of the Day and OUTBACK TAKEHOUSE… but no Strayan Player Watch because the Aussies are playing each other on Sunday! Plus a quick LUC LONGLEY ROLE PLAYER OF THE WEEK AWARD ...  as well as a Patty Mills Gameday Bala, Gameday Social Media check in...    We close out the week with the only #playoffs picks and previews you need, and get into a HUGE Game 6 tomorrow between the Pacers & Knicks on Saturday May 18, then OKC @ Dallas Game 6 on Sunday May 19, and Nuggets-Wolves Game 7 on Monday May 20 at 10.30! Which will be when we do our next NBA Straya live stream!  What will happen? Find out with the best NBA picks in the biz WITH NBA STRAYA! So, enjoy!  Righto - cheers ledges!! Thanks for tuning in to the best daily NBA podcast in the world!! Onyas... 

NBL NOW | Everything Free Agency Pete Hooley & Mody Maor chat Free Agency Looking back on NBL24 Parker Jackson-Cartwright is back at NZB Why imports love the Breakers The Will McDowell-White saga Jonah Bolden is ready for NBL25 Next Star Mojave King is a blessing Will Derek Pardon ever return to NZ? Free Agency surprises See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Slappin' Glass sits down this week with the Head Coach of the New Zealand Breakers, Mody Maor. In this highly insightful conversation the trio dive into topics of layering offensive actions, drag screen reads, and discuss weekly practice planning and evaluating competitiveness during the always fun "Start, Sub, or Sit??!"To join coaches and staff from the NBA to High School from over 40 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

ALEX PLEDGERAlex is officially the tallest podcast guest ever. He is also the guest with the biggest feet…and maybe the biggest heart as well. This was the first time we had ever met; I knew very little about Alex but the two hours just flew by. There are lots of lessons in here….the most important one being the importance of early detection for bowel cancer. This episode could literally save lives!We cover a lot of ground here- the highs of his epic basketball career including 5 NBL titles with the Breakers, the harrowing lows of his bowel cancer journey, the beautiful love story with his wife Bailey and so much more. You guys are gonna love this one.Thanks so much for my epic sponsors for the support, Generate and Radix.Generate is a Kiwisaver scheme: If YOU want to make sure you're making the most of your KiwiSaver account, talk to an adviser now. Head to:https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/Mike and his team at Radix are making absolute world class products from their state-of-the-art factory in Waikato and shipping them all over the world.https://radixnutrition.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Illawarra Hawks coach talks about their finals match against the NZ Breakers

Sydney Kings part owner talks about their upcoming clash against the NZ Breakers

Sydney Kings Assistant coach talks about their upcoming clash against the NZ Breakers

Perth Wildcats 6x NBL Champion & Host of The Run Home on SEN WA, Damian Martin, caught up with Scott Cummings & Tim Gossage ahead of Damian's no. 53 jersey retirement ceremony this Sunday when the Wildcats take on the NZ Breakers at RAC Arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NBL NOW | Everything NBL Derek Rucker & Jack Heverin Coach Goorijan says he's available after the Olympics !st V 3rd on Thursday night is as big as it gets! Scott Roth says Tasmania is digging themselves a hole Alex Sarr remains at Number 1 in the espn mock draft And the NZ Breakers continue to raise eyebrows See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek and Damon lock horns and deep dive into every NBL teams season so far. Today it's NZ Breakers What is their Mid Season grade? What are the three big questions that need to be answered? Where will they finish in NBL24 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney Kings forward talks about their upcoming clash against the NZ Breakers

And there we have it, NBL season 2022/2023 officially comes to and end. With the Sydney Kings crowned champions once again.In a thrilling game 5, the Kings were able to outlast a very gutsy NZ Breakers team, to be able to call themselves back to back champs. Tune in to hear all the fallout of this game as well as the All Time performance from Angus Glover, that was certainly a catalyst for their victory.There has also been a heap of news from around the league as free agency begins to heat up. In particular with a lot of moving pieces surrounding the Tassie JackJumpers and their plans for the upcoming season. There was also some very exciting news regarding the NBL's connection with the NBA, so tune in to find out how our ties are set to strengthen.Despite the season being over, the news is still coming thick and fast from out of the NBL. Especially as free agency kicks off. So be sure to stay up to date with all of our socials (link below) for when the latest news breaks from around the league.https://linktr.ee/TheDailyDribble?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=9ef6c3a2-4966-4faa-9e81-f248d5647705

The New Zealand Breakers are three wins away from their fifth Australian National Basketball League title. We're joined by sports reporter Felicity Reid.

David Niethe is NZ's Leading Mental Performance Coach. Mental Performance and Getting that Mental Edge is Dave's specialty. His approach is unique in delivery and the results speak for themselves. Dave is Well respected by Business Owners, CEO's and NZ's High-Performance Managers, Coaches and Athletes, Dave works closely with Individuals and Teams to perfect their Mental Aptitude to achieve results. Dave is passionate when it comes to seeing his clients achieve. This has led to incredible achievements for both coach and client and has seen Dave become highly sought after, not only with personal coaching, Team coaching but also a sought-after dynamic presenter with Seminars and Guest speaking for corporations such as BNZ Bank, McDonald's, AIR NZ. He has been interviewed and featured in many publications ESPNW, TVNZ, SEVEN SHARP, Maori Radio, Canterbury Today and many Podcasts around the globe. Dave has worked alongside many New Zealand sporting greats, and is proud to be a part of creating world champions; Lydia Ko, Israel Adesanya, Olympic & Common Wealth Medallists, and working alongside the NZ Breakers as a key contributor to their success in the 2015 NBL Championship and many more. and more. http://davidniethecoach.com/

This week Aussie No Dunks reunited, as Nic was joined by Lach and Matty B from the "5th & Dribble Podcast to tackle everything NBL and NBA.The lads discussed everything from their belief in the NZ Breakers, through to Bullets hopefully finding their feet in the coming week or so (with the talent they possess, there's no reason they shouldn't start to move up the standings).Then after winding their way through a multitude of rabbit holes, the fellas found themselves  discussing the NBA... from the Nets woes through to the Pelicans rebirth, no stone was left unturned.Be sure to continue to stay up to date with all of our socials for when the latest news breaks... as well subscribing wherever you listen to the show as to never miss another episode.