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The Wellington Phoenix's inability to retain successful players is in the spotlight again. All Whites striker Kosta Barbarouses is the latest player to turn his back on the A-League club saying he wants to get game time elsewhere ahead of next year's Football World cup. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

This week in the Niche Cache we reflect on Auckland FC and NZ Warriors losses at Mt Smart. We discuss Auckland FC's loss to Melbourne Victory in the A-League finals before reacting to news that Kosta Barbarouses will leave Wellington Phoenix, as well as a few notes about the NZ Under 20s squad and Chris Wood's season with Nottingham Forest. Then we dive into the NZ Warriors loss vs Canberra Raiders with the Kiwi-NRL Raiders, Moala Graham-Taufa's move to Rabbitohs and Benaiah Ioelu's debut for Roosters sprinkled in, before exploring NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg Cup wins for NZ Warriors vs Bulldogs. We update Jackson Ball's crazy NBL season and finish with a chat about the NZ-A cricket tour of Bangladesh, plus some updates for kiwis in County Championship.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com(00:00) Intro(03:33) Mindfulness(05:48) Mt Smart voodoo(11:15) Auckland FC(38:12) Kosta Barbarouses/NZ U20s/Chris Wood(54:53) NZ Warriors(01:17:05) Jackson Ball in NBL(01:26:07) Cricket

Welsh football club Wrexham AFC is set to come to Wellington for the first time in the team's history. The touring side will play against Melbourne Victory on 11 July and Sydney FC on 15 July - before facing off against the Phoenix on 19 July. Wrexham FC CEO Michael Williamson joined Piney to discuss the tour - and whether part of the hit Disney series will be filmed over there. LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hollywood-backed Welsh football club have confirmed they'll play the Wellington Phoenix as part of their Wrexham Down Under Tour. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

A Hollywood-backed football club is coming to play in Wellington. Welsh side Wrexham AFC's taking on Wellington Phoenix FC at Sky Stadium in July - one of three Australasian matches set to take place. It's owned by movie stars Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds. WellingtonNZ's Heidi Morton says she expects the game will sell out. "Not only because this is going to be a fantastic, friendly football match, but also the entertainment draw with the Welcome to Wrexham show." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood and Wellywood are set to collide! Ryan Reynolds's Welsh football club Wrexham AFC will play the Wellington Phoenix in a friendly match at Sky Stadium in July Phoenix GM David Dome spoke to D'Arcy Waldegrave on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

D'Arcy Waldegrave returned to wrap another day of sports news! Highlights for tonight include: Former America's Cup sailor Joey Allen on the 30th anniversary of Black Magic's America's Cup win. Talkback - America's Cup memories. Wellington Phoenix general manager David Dome on the team's upcoming clash with Wrexham FC. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we start by celebrating kiwi music with a new album from Marlon Williams leading our discussion. Then we salute the Indian Panthers and preview Tall Blacks/Ferns vs Australia as well as wrapping up Steven Adams' NBA season after Houston Rockets lost to Golden State Warriors. We go deep into New Zealand Warriors matters as usual with notes from the win vs North Queensland Cowboys and deep cuts such as back to back Harold Matthews Cup championships. Then we roll through the kiwis playing in A-League before touching on Wellington Phoenix sadness, Auckland FC depth and NZ-A starting their cricket tour of Bangladesh.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) Musical Jam(12:59) Indian Panthers(27:27) Tall Blacks/Ferns(36:40) Steven Adams(56:53) NZ Warriors(01:36:40) Chris Wood & A-League(02:07:13) NZ-A Cricket

Every Monday, Piney recaps his top sporting moments of the week as part of his Power Rankings. This week, Piney discusses the Wellington Phoenix, the Indian Panthers, Gregg Popovich's NBA retirement and the Warriors' successful victory over the Cowboys in Brisbane. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ Football Great Ricki Herbert catches up with Smithy to talk A-League 2024/235 Wellington Phoenix struggles, where he thinks they need to improve for next season, Auckland FC & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wellington Phoenix's final round A-League game against the Perth Glory, which was scheduled to be played tonight, has been moved to Sunday because of the adverse weather conditions in the capital.

Ric & Chappy are joined by A-League commentator Simon Hill to preview the final round of A-League men's regular season action, with Auckland FC taking on Western United, and the Wellington Phoenix hosting Perth Glory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wellington Phoenix defender Corban Piper joins Ric & Chappy to chat about his first season at the club, which has earned him a 2-year contract extension. Plus, they look ahead to the Nix's last game of the season against Perth Glory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mornings with Ric & Chappy - Full Show featuring ESPN journalist James Regan, Wellington Phoenix defender Corban Piper, former Breaker Casey Frank, and a Love Racing update with Nick Quinn. Plus a head-to-head multi and a Sports Desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Bulletin with Ben Strang on A-League Men, Auckland FC winning Premiers Plate, Wellington Phoenix, EPL, Liverpool win the title, FA Cup final, Super Rugby Pacific, the Wisden Almanack & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Giancarlo Italiano has been offered a one-year contract extension at the club he has been involved with for the past six years - despite finishing outside the play-offs in his second year in charge. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Emma, Ally & Eric discuss the Easter weekend Dub action and preview the Elimination Finals. There are also *thoughts* about both the rumoured new Wellington Phoenix head coach, and Melbourne City's Premier's Plate celebration plans.

The Wellington Phoenix women's coach said he knew his job was on the line after two seasons of failing to make the A-league football play-offs. The club announced today that Paul Temple has not been offered a new contract and will depart after the side's final round match against Western United on Sunday. Sports reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Lisa Owen.

The departing head coach of the Wellington Phoenix women's footballers concedes he's unsure what's next. Paul Temple has not been offered a contract renewal and will wind up with his side's final game of the season against Western United on Sunday. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vuck get the points over the ditch in a tight encounter that left us asking ourselves, is Nikos Vergos becoming cocksure? The Wuck keep on wucking, extending their unbeaten run and the Young Vucks showed some grit. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

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

The Wellington Phoenix women's side are set to face off against Canberra United. Alyssa Winham joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canberra United take on Wellington Phoenix on Sunday at 3pm in Canberra and it will be Michelle Heyman’s 200th A-League Women’s match. Rod and Gabi chat to teammate Emma Robars about the season and how she’s surviving the Canberra Cold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Niche Cast we chat through some basketball matters including the Canterbury Rams dominance in the NBL, kiwis moving around the Australian NBL and Yanni Wetzel's impressive performances overseas. We update the latest of Chris Wood as well as a few more New Zealand footballers overseas before discussing the state of Football Ferns. Auckland FC are still on top of the A-League ladder and we put the spotlight on Logan Rogerson as part of a big Auckland FC yarn, before sliding over to Wellington Phoenix who had a win last weekend. This leads to a bigger picture perspective about both Phoenix teams as they have a bunch of matters that need to be resolved heading into next season starting with their coaches. NZ Warriors had a bye this round in the NRL but we chat through a few leftover notes before rolling through a bunch of Kiwi-NRL things such as debuts for Moses Leo and Sean Mullany, Sebastian Kris' form and some deep cuts in the junior ranks. We finish with Brett Hampton's first game of County Championship, Blackcaps performances vs Pakistan and the 10 best young cricketers in New Zealand after the summer season.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(11:45) Mindfulness(15:41) NBL(38:54) Flying Kiwis(45:49) Football Ferns(56:49) A-League(01:29:57) NRL(02:01:08) Blackcaps

Riccardo chats to A-League football commentator Andy Harper to recap the latest round of A-League action where Auckland FC drew 1-1 against Western Sydney Wanderers and the Wellington Phoenix broke their winless run with a 2-1 win over the Newcastle Jets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

What Red Bull have done to Liam Lawson is an absolute disgrace. He's been given an opportunity to be the second driver in their team and has been given absolutely no support whatsoever - and now he's been demoted and Yuki Tsunoda's been given the seat. You won't convince me Yuki Tsunoda is a better driver than Liam Lawson. Lawson was put in there for a number of reasons, one of which is his mental resilience, and he's going to need all of that now as he tries to recover from this. In many ways, the pressure comes off a bit as he goes into the Racing Bulls team, but Yuki Tsunoda isn't going to be able to drive a car that is specifically set up for Max Verstappen any better than Liam Lawson can. Lawson had 2 races on unfamiliar tracks, one of which was in the pouring rain in Melbourne. It's too small a sample size for his driving to be accurately assessed. We're about to get to Japan, a track he knows, and they've taken the keys off him. Liam Lawson will now recuperate and no doubt drive well for Racing Bulls - but it paints Red Bull in an absolutely terrible light. Yes, they are a massive, results-driven organisation. But they have been utterly negligent in their duty of care. This is where we've now reached in such a landscape of instant gratification, we have lost any ability to be patient. Imagine if you opened a new restaurant and after a couple of nights, you didn't get the tables as full as you want, so you sacked the chef. Things take time. You cannot simply say, OK, well, he's had a couple of races, he hasn't done the job, we're dropping him. Mark Webber was on the radio with me last week. In the first seven years of his Grand Prix career, he made the podium twice. In the next five years, he made the podium 40 times. 40. It takes time. Red Bull have been shown to have absolutely no patience. I know they're under pressure, but we've lost the ability across a lot of elite sport to hover above things and say - actually it's gonna take a little bit of time. Imagine if we got rid of Graham Henry after the 2007 Rugby World Cup - we never would have had 2011. The same goes for Phoenix coach Giancarlo Italiano - they're calling for his head. And a year ago, he was top of the pops, having guided the 'Nix to their best ever finish. This drive for instant results is hurting players, drivers, coaches and everybody associated with elite sport, because those in charge simply can't see past the end of next week. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Riccardo is joined by Wellington Phoenix striker Kosta Barbarouses to preview Western Sydney Wanderers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mornings with Riccardo Ball - Full Show featuring Wellington Phoenix striker Kosta Barbarouses, USA Sports journalist Sam Brief on the upcoming MLB season, The Bulletin with Luke Robinson, a Harness Racing preview with Greg O'Connor, and a Thoroughbred Racing weekend preview with the TAB's Thad Taylor. Plus a Sports Desk, a Mornings Multi, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coaches: Register for our FREE MSC Set-Piece Webinar with Michele Aragona below: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/442/k3g3rbgy This week, Gary is joined by Head of Coaching at Wellington Phoenix, Joshua Neff, to discuss the Director of Coaching role at youth and pro clubs. Joshua shares his experience at the New Zealand club of building out a methodology but also aligning it with a 'coaching culture' that is built around trust, honesty, passion for the game, and growth mindset. He discusses the unique environment at Wellington Phoenix and how the coaches work alongside one another to help the players and the club progress. Having also experienced MLS academies, Joshua has some some words of advice for coaches in the US who are working through the sometimes challenging role of a Director of Coaching and where you can get high quality professional support.

Auckland FC are the kings of New Zealand football after destroying Wellington 6-1 - and now lead the A-League by eight points. The Wellington Phoenix have since dropped to 11th place. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nights' sports correspondent Richard Irvine joins Emile Donovan to recap a blistering win by Auckland FC over the Wellington Phoenix, New Zealand high schools' proposal to ban Year 14 students from competitive sport, and the loss of sports writer Chris Rattue as part of the NZME restructure.

Auckland FC coach Steve Corica believes there's now no doubt who is the best team in New Zealand after a third straight A-League win over the Wellington Phoenix - a 6-1 demolition at Mt Smart. The Black Knights lead the A-League by a staggering eight points, while the Phoenix have fallen to 11th in the 13th-strong league. Auckland FC coach Steve Corica joined Piney to recap the victory. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No A-League team has won three local derby games in a season, but Auckland FC are firm favourites to make more history tomorrow night. Auckland have defeated the Wellington Phoenix twice already this season and have only lost once in their eight home games. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Chiefs are taking on the Crusaders in Hamilton tonight, who is the favourite to win? When are the Wellington Phoenix going to impress? Sports Contributor Jason Pine joins the show to discuss what's coming up in sport over the weekend. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They're the newcomers who have exceeded all expectations in the A-League, and on Saturday night Auckland FC can complete a clean sweep of their derby rivalry with the Wellington Phoenix. Auckland FC coach Steve Corica spoke to Paddy Gower.

It was looking like a pretty familiar story but a second half change made all the difference as the Vuck took the points against Wellington Phoenix while the Wuck professionally took care of Central Coast. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonListen to our interview with John Stensholt regarding Melbourne Victory's finances HEREMON THE VUCK

Wellington Phoenix have parted ways with club centurion David Ball, freeing up a spot ahead of the A-League's transfer window. The club and English striker Ball said in a statement they'd 'mutually agreed' to terminate the remaining six months of his playing contract, ending five and a half years at the Phoenix. Ball joined Piney to explain further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Panama's president hits back at Donald Trump's threats to take control of the Panama Canal, Reports Russia has captured an Australian fighting for Ukraine, Western Sydney Wanderers bag a morale-boosting win against Wellington Phoenix.

Sports correspondent Glen Larmer talks about the Black Caps' second test defeat to England in front of a full house at the Basin Reserve. Also: Auckland FC continues to rise, beating local rivals Wellington Phoenix again in the A-League, while the All Whites' captain Chris Wood scores as his English Premier League team Nottingham Forest topple Manchester United. And the 16-year-old Australian sprinter who has broken a 56-year-old record to become the talk of the athletics' world.

Auckland FC triumphed over arch-rivals the Wellington Phoenix 2-1 in a thrilling match before a record A-League crowd at Auckland's Mt Smart Stadium on Saturday. Sky Sports analyst and former New Zealand goalie Jacob Spoonley spoke to Corin Dann.

It's the hottest ticket in town, but scalpers are trying to exploit fans wanting to get their hands on one. Tickets to the Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix derby this Saturday in Auckland are popping up on TradeMe with massive mark ups. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

Auckland FC's CEO is blown away by the team's success. The Black Knights have won their first five A-League games without conceding a goal, and now sit at the top of the table. Saturday will see them clash against the Wellington Phoenix once more, this time at Mt Smart Stadium. CEO Nick Becker told Mike Hosking that coach Steve Corica has done a great job pulling together a squad of young guys who want to go out there and play for each other. He says it's a cohesive unit, and you see it when they fight for every ball. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The verbal war between Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix is intensifying. With Auckland kicking off the mind games yesterday, the Phoenix have fired back ahead of their derby this weekend. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

While Auckland may have won the first battle, the war between the country's newest, and its most successful football franchise, is far from over. Aotearoa's latest sporting rivalry writes its second chapter this weekend, when the Wellington Phoenix come north in an attempt to conquer the current A-League kings. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to discuss Guy's weekend of team golfing, TJ Perenara's haka before the All Blacks' 29-11 victory over Italy and the last test outings for Perenara and Sam Cane, the Wellington Phoenix's and Auckland FC's latest A-League outings, and Joe Schmidt's Wallabies contract. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big occasions await for a series of NZ sporting teams both here and overseas - Sam Ackerman breaks down what awaits the All Blacks, Black Caps and Kiwis - as well as the first ever all NZ A-league derby between Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix.

New Zealand will experience a professional football derby for the first time on these shores this weekend. The top two sides in the A-League, Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix, will go head-to-head in the capital on Saturday in what will be the start of a rivalry. Days out from the game both clubs have moved to squash any potential fan violence, sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

For the first time in the A-League, two New Zealand tribes will go to war. On Saturday afternoon the Wellington Phoenix and Auckland FC will meet in a first-ever Kiwi derby, pitting the Phoenix - in their 18th season - against the competition newcomers. Phoenix chief executive David Dome spoke to Alexa Cook.

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