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Sport Nation Mornings

Sport Nation
Rugby
All Blacks
New Zealand
Lydia Ko
South Africa
Scott Robertson
Golf
Auckland FC
Cricket
Ajaz Patel
New Zealand Cricket
Roy Gard
Olympics
Wellington Phoenix
Sam Whitelock
Brodie Retallick
Major League Baseball
Tim Southee
Luton
Burnley

Join 'The Doyen' for Sport Nation Mornings on Mondays to Wednesdays as Ian Smith and Riccardo Ball set the agenda and cover the big talking points. On Thursdays and Fridays, Alex Chapman picks up the mic alongside Ric.

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Craig Baker
Trades in the racing industry, involved with Auckland Thoroughbred Racing.
Auckland Thoroughbred Racing
Episode: Full Show | Midweek Mail Run with Michael Guerin & Riccardo Ball (28/1/26)
Michael Pitman
Trainer and co-trainer who sourced the horse Rosso.
Horse Trainer
Episode: Full Show | Midweek Mail Run with Michael Guerin & Riccardo Ball (28/1/26)
Andrew Seabrook
Involved with New Zealand Bloodstock, discussing the yearling sale.
New Zealand Bloodstock
Episode: Full Show | Midweek Mail Run with Michael Guerin & Riccardo Ball (28/1/26)
Andy Murray
Football journalist for 442 magazine
442 Magazine
Episode: Full Show | Mornings with Riccardo Ball (28/1/26)
Robbie O'Donnell
Captain of the Northern Brave
Northern Districts
Episode: Full Show | Mornings with Riccardo Ball (27/1/26)
Sebastian Lavie
Former New Zealand Davis Cup Athlete
Episode: Former New Zealand Davis Cup Athlete Sebastian Lavie | What's going down in the Australian Open
Brittany Graham
Harness racing enthusiast and expert
Episode: Full Show | Mornings with Ric & Chappy (23/1/26)
Alex Bywater
Rugby journalist for the Daily Mail
Daily Mail
Episode: Global Rugby Calander | Rugby Journalist for the Daily Mail Alex Bywater (23/1/26)
Chris Cluff
Longtime Seattle journalist covering the Seahawks
Episode: NFL Conference Finals Preview | Seattle Seahawks Journalist Chris Cluff (23/1/26)

Hosts

Ian Smith
Co-host of Sport Nation Mornings, known for his engaging style and expertise.
Riccardo Ball
Co-host of Sport Nation Mornings, providing lively commentary and insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Riccardo Ball is the best!

    Riccardo is the best broadcaster on Sport Nation in my opinion. Please can we have more Riccardo Ball on air - he does a great job. And get him in the Auckland FC tank top more too please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    happychappy1234
    Australiaa year ago

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#135
New Zealand/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#204
Hong Kong/Sports

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NFL Conference Finals Preview | Seattle Seahawks Journalist Chris Cluff (23/1/26)
Q: What have you seen from Drake May this season under Coach Vrabel that has seen the Patriots go to another level?
Cluff notes that May has been surprising and is hitting deep balls consistently, positioning him among MVP candidates despite some turnovers.
NFL Conference Finals Preview | Seattle Seahawks Journalist Chris Cluff (23/1/26)
Q: Why don't you believe in the Seahawks?
Chris Cluff explains the skepticism stems from the performance of Sam Darnold and the idea that defenses win games, asserting the Seahawks' defense is notably superior.
Super Smash Wellington Firebirds Update | Firebirds Coach Shane Jurgensen (23/1/26)
Q: How do you find the Super Smash competition this year?
The competition has been fantastic, the last two years the pitches have been of international standard, which has enhanced performance.
Super Smash Wellington Firebirds Update | Firebirds Coach Shane Jurgensen (23/1/26)
Q: What are your thoughts on Jesse Tashkoff's performance this season?
He's had a breakout season and is growing in confidence, his powerful hitting has really caught attention.
Super Smash Wellington Firebirds Update | Firebirds Coach Shane Jurgensen (23/1/26)
Q: Can you just explain the balancing act of creating Blackcaps while also winning games as the Wellington coach?
It's a tough strain on resources, we're trying to bring young players through, focusing on developing local talent rather than looking outside.

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Recent guests on Sport Nation Mornings include:

1. Craig Baker
2. Michael Pitman
3. Andrew Seabrook
4. Andy Murray
5. Robbie O'Donnell
6. Sebastian Lavie
7. Brittany Graham
8. Alex Bywater

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