The Good Sports
by iHeartRadio NZ
The Good Sports is Taupō's local sports show, covering everything from grassroots sport to the international stage. Join Chainsaw, Stinger and Whytey, or whoever's off the bench this week, for interviews, analysis, local sporting stories and plenty of laughs along the way.Live every Saturday from 8am on Lake FM 89.6, thanks to Ross White Panel & Paint.
Episodes
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Hold On Tight: Ty Blake’s Rodeo Life
Ty “Yeehaw” Blake is 17, goes to Taupō-nui-a-Tia College, and has been around rodeo since he was six weeks old. The morning after he picked up a scholarship at the Taupō Sports Awards, he calls The Good Sports from the Auckland traffic on his way to coach a bull riding clinic in Warkworth with…
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Full show: Sports Awards Wrap, Bull Riding and Chook on the Gold Coast
Chainsaw and Steve are back from the Taupō Sports Awards with the winners. Boxer Connor Campbell was named Adult Sportsperson of the Year, and John McCartney and Arthur Corbett got the nod for services to sport. Rodeo rider Ty “Yeehaw” Blake (17) calls in on his way to a bull riding clinic in...
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Meads Cup Champ Carey Cornelius-Peina Named in the Heartland XV
Chainsaw catches up with Taupō Sports prop Carey Cornelius-Peina, fresh from King Country’s Meads Cup win and now named in the NZ Heartland XV. Carey talks nearly sitting the season out, family support, his King Country teammates and heading to Timaru to take on Samoa.
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Meads Cup Champions! Chainsaw and Foxy on King Country’s Historic Win
King Country are Meads Cup champions! Jesse catches up with Chainsaw (dialling in from holiday in the Coromandel) and Foxy, who were both in Ashburton for Saturday’s final against Mid Canterbury. Down 14-5 at halftime, the boys came out firing with 19 unanswered points to bring the cup home after…
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Jack Giddy: Taupō’s 92-Year-Old World Champs Bowler
Taupō bowler Jack Giddy is 92 and heading to England for the World Indoor Bowls Championships in January 2027. He talks about finally getting there decades after his brother-in-law and brother did, and about his long partnership with Dave Jones (Jack leads, Dave skips). He also tells the story of...
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Full show: Up the Rams! Meads Cup Final Day, Bledisloe in Sydney and Steelo on Mental Health
Stinger and Pilot Paul join Whitey for a huge Saturday of sport. Ex-All Black Dave Hewitt previews the Bledisloe test in Sydney. King Country Rugby CEO David “Foxy” Fox calls from Ashburton ahead of the Rams’ first ever Meads Cup final. Player manager David “Steelo” Steel covers Mental Health...
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Full show: Hockey, Sailing and Coaching Support
Taupō's Zac Attwood tells the story of Bay of Plenty Hockey's Tier 3 title at the NHC. That run included a 6-all semi-final against Wellington that was decided after 24 shootout attempts. Burton Worth from the Lake Taupō Yacht Club talks about the start of the sailing season, free Give It a Go...
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Big Weekend Ahead for Taupō Tennis
The Taupō Tennis Club is gearing up for its annual Masters tournament, with more than 100 players heading to town. We chat about the tournament, the club’s facilities, getting involved in tennis, and why the sport is attracting players from 30 to 90-plus.
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Logan Patterson on 25 Games for King Country
King Country Rams centre Logan Patterson joins The Good Sports after reaching 25 games for the province. He talks about earning his blazer, his journey back from injury, the Rams’ strong season, scoring in six straight games, and what makes the current team and coaching group special.
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World Champion Tom King on the Deadly Dozen
Taupō builder Tom King has been crowned a Deadly Dozen world champion. He joins The Good Sports to explain the gruelling hybrid event, his 10-11 hour training weeks, teaming up with Sally Harrison, and what’s next as he takes on more Deadly Dozen and HYROX events.
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Taupo Intermediate's Road to the AIMS Games
Chainsaw and Pilot Paul catch up with Sam Bradley (née Warrener), Commonwealth Games silver medallist, Olympian and New Zealand Ironman champion, now sports coordinator at Taupo Intermediate. Sam talks Ironman's special place in Taupo, the emotion of the late-night finishers, and preparing five...
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Saddle Up: NZ Secondary Schools Equestrian Champs Preview
Sticks and Stinger are joined by Toni McIntosh from the Fiber Fresh National Equestrian Centre to preview the North Island Secondary Schools equestrian champs, running Aug 31 to Sept 4. It's the biggest event the centre has hosted, with 534 riders and 108 teams from schools across the North…
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Full Show: Secondary Schools Special
Sticks and Stinger preview a huge week for Taupo sport, with three big secondary schools tournaments landing in town. Toni McIntosh from the National Equestrian Centre talks up the North Island Secondary Schools equestrian champs (Aug 31 to Sept 4), Taupo MX Club's Jay Davidson previews round…
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George Green: From Taupo AFC to the Youth All Whites
Taupo AFC junior George Green joins the show after being named in New Zealand's U-19 squad, the Youth All Whites, for the OFC U-19 Championship in Apia, Samoa. Now playing central midfield for Western Suburbs FC in Wellington, George talks about his journey from Taupo, the move away from home…
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Full Show: All Blacks Test Preview, Youth All Whites Call-Up & Ironman Legend
This week on The Good Sport Show: former All Black Dave Hewett (22 Tests, 71 games for the Crusaders) joins the show ahead of the All Blacks–Springboks Test at Ellis Park, talking nerves, the intimidation factor of a packed Johannesburg crowd, and why the returning front row gives New Zealand a...
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Rose Prisk: Taupo's Masters Hockey Legend on Chasing World Cups at 40+
Rose Prisk joins Stinger & Sticks fresh off New Zealand's Masters Hockey World Cup campaign, reflecting on a tough pool against Australia and the Netherlands, playing alongside former Black Sticks, and why hockey really is a sport for life. Rose also discusses the reality of representing New...
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Full show: Stud Day with Terry Campbell, Masters Hockey with Rose Prisk, Jiu-Jitsu with Rob Gillespie & the NRL with Darryl Halligan
Stinger and Sticks are back with a packed Saturday morning covering Taupo sport and beyond. Terry Campbell previews Stud Day at Taupo Racing Club, Rose Prisk talks Masters Hockey World Cup, representing New Zealand and the challenges of fundraising. Rob Gillespie shares his journey from US rugby…
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Full Show: From Owen Delaney Park to Montreal to Dakar
This week on The Good Sports Show: Fielding High School coach Justin Locke previews the CNI Central North Island rugby finals at Owen Delaney Park, where his side battles St John's College for the Plate. Taupō cyclist Alex Milne recaps a month of racing across France, Belgium and the Netherlands...
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Nuki’s Boxer on the World Stage: Connor Campbell
Fresh from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Taupō boxer Connor Campbell joins us to reflect on representing New Zealand in the 65kg division. He talks about the nerves of his opening fight, the second-round stoppage against Fiji, the challenge of facing Australia’s Jacob Cassar, adapting to a...
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World Champion at 12: Micah Wallace on BMX Success
Taupō Intermediate student Micah Wallace joins us after an incredible performance at the UCI BMX World Championships in Brisbane, where she became World No.1 in the Under-12 Girls Cruiser class and World No.2 in the 20-inch class. We talk about the differences between the bikes, racing through...
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Full Show: Remembering DT, Kristian Gent-Standen, Connor Campbell & Micah Wallace
A tough week for Taupō sport. We pay tribute to David Trewavas, former mayor, King Country CEO, and the town's biggest fan, remembering the stories, nicknames, and mischief behind 24 years in public service. Plus: Kristian Gent-Standen on his 25-game King Country Rams blazer (presented alongside...
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The Good Sports: Remembering David Trewavas
Steve “Stinger” Giles and Andrew “Chainsaw” McCullough pay tribute to the late David Trewavas, reflecting on his lifelong passion for sport, his years of service to Taupō, and the countless stories that made him one of the town’s most loved personalities. From rugby and the Taupō Marathon to...
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Taupō Marathon's Running Boom Continues
The Taupō Marathon is just around the corner, and it's shaping up to be the biggest yet. Total Sport's Aaron Carter joins The Good Sports to talk about the event's incredible growth, why thousands of runners are travelling to Taupō, the scenic lakeside course, and why there's a distance for...
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Full show: Taupō Marathon, BMX Worlds, Warriors–Dragons & The World Cup Final
Chainsaw and Stinger are back for another Saturday morning on Lake FM. Aaron Carter from Total Sport previews the Taupō Marathon (August 1), Tracey Burley checks in from Brisbane with young BMX riders Riley, Angus and Kevin ahead of the World Championships, league legend Daryl Halligan breaks…
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Full Show: Marist v Sports: Club Finals Special with Dave Hewett & David Fox
Finals day has arrived for King Country club rugby. Whitey, Chainsaw and Peter preview Taupo Marist v Taupo Sports at Owen Delaney Park (2.30pm), with captains Christian Gent-Standen and Hunter Talavai-Layden, ex All Black Dave Hewett, and King Country Rugby CEO David Fox all joining the show.…
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David Fox: Building the Future of King Country Rugby
New King Country Rugby CEO David "Foxy" Fox joins The Good Sports to discuss settling into the role, his excitement for the Meads Shield final between Taupō Marist and Taupō Sports, and what's ahead for the Rams in 2026. He also shares why growing community connections, launching a new women's...
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Hunter Talivai-Leyden Eyes Meads Shield Glory
Hunter Talivai-Leyden previews the Meads Shield final, reflects on Sports' turnaround after a slow start to the season, explains how new players have strengthened the squad, and shares his goal of earning King Country Rams selection.
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Meads Shield Final Preview with Kristian Gent-Standen
Taupō Marist captain Kristian Gent-Standen joins The Good Sports ahead of the 2026 Meads Shield final. He talks about the excitement of another crack at the title, the growing rivalry with Taupō Sports, recovering from a niggling knee injury, his hopes for higher honours, and pays tribute to club...
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Aarin Dunster Previews the King Country's Rep Season
King Country coach Arrin Dunster joins the show to look ahead to the rep season, with squad selection just around the corner. He talks through the depth of local talent coming through, how loan players fit into the squad, and the two big pre-season tests against Taranaki Māori and the Barbarians…
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Local Darts Talent Keagan Roos on Chasing the World Youth Champs
Seventeen-year-old Taupo darts talent Keagan Roos joins the show to talk about qualifying for the World Youth Darts Championships in Gibraltar. He chats about his journey through the Taupo Dart Club, his idol Michael van Gerwen, and how you can help support his campaign to get there.
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Full Show: King Country Rugby, Rally Champ Paddon and a Local Darts Dream
Chainsaw and Sticks are back for another packed hour, brought to you by Ross White Panel & Paint. WRC star Hayden Paddon calls in from home turf ahead of Invercargill, talking gravel, his 900 horsepower hill climb car, and 23 years alongside co-driver John Kennard. King Country coach Arrin…
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The Sport You Never Knew Existed: Underwater Hockey - Phil Somers
What happens when hockey is played on the bottom of a swimming pool? Phil Somers dives into the rules, the strategy, and the incredible success of Taupō's underwater hockey programme, including a local player heading to the Under-19 World Cup.
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From Chicago to Taupō: How Disc Golf Took Off - Ken Harris
Disc golf is booming, and Taupō is right at the centre of it. Ken Harris explains how Spa Park became a world-class course, what makes the sport so addictive, and why it's the perfect activity for families, beginners and serious competitors alike.
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Full Show: World Cup Football, Blackcaps, Frisbees, and Hockey You Can't See
Kane Williamson's retired, the Blackcaps are fighting for a draw in England, and Liam Lawson still can't catch a break. Locally, Taupo's disc golf course is cracking the world top 100 and the underwater hockey club is sending kids to the World Cup. Not bad for a Saturday morning.
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Nine-Year-Old Taupō Racer Chasing the MotoGP Dream
James Drought is only nine years old, but he's already competing internationally in MiniGP and chasing a future in MotoGP. Hear how the Taupō youngster got started, what's next in Australia and China, and why the local community is getting behind one of New Zealand's most exciting young…
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Full Show: Chiefs Finals Fever, Future Racing Star James Drought & Taupō Sport This Weekend
Stinger and Phil cover a massive weekend of sport, joined by Chiefs assistant coach David Hill ahead of the Super Rugby final, Taupō AFC coach Ray How on football and the FIFA World Cup, and Hayden Dickason with the latest on the 2026 Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge. Plus, meet nine-year-old…
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Full show: Fritz Lee and why is everybody talking about pickleball?
This week, Stinger and Phil Edwards bring the banter as they catch up with former Samoa international Fritz Lee about swapping French rugby for life in Taupō, taking the reins at Taupō Sports, and his vision for rebuilding the club's future. Then, they dive into the pickleball craze with Grace...
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From France to Taupō: Fritz Lee's New Rugby Mission
Former Samoa international and French Top 14 star Fritz Lee joins us to talk about life after professional rugby, his move to Taupō, and helping rebuild Taupō Sports Rugby Club. He shares his vision for the club, the challenges facing grassroots rugby, and why getting players back to training is...
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Why Everyone’s Talking About Pickleball in Taupō
Pickleball is booming in Taupō, and club president Grace Senior joins us to explain why. From its quirky origins and rapid growth to the upcoming open day at Tauhara College, Grace shares how this easy-to-learn sport is attracting players of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you're a golfer,...
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Can the Black Sticks Do It Again?
The Black Sticks are defending Nations Cup champions, and former Olympian Darren Smith joins us to talk through New Zealand's chances of repeating the feat. We discuss the teams to beat, the road to Olympic qualification, and why this tournament is one of the most important events on the...
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Inside the World's Wildest Motorcycle Race with Mitch Rees
Three-time New Zealand Superbike Champion Mitch Rees joins The Good Sports from Europe to discuss his latest Isle of Man TT campaign. From racing at over 200km/h on public roads to the mental challenge of memorising every corner, Mitch gives a fascinating insight into one of motorsport's most...
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Torben Landl - Pillar to Pou
How do you turn running into a team sport? Torben from Pillar to Pou joined The Good Sports Show to chat about Taupō's unique six-hour endurance event, where teams (or solo runners) tackle as many 7.3km lakefront laps as they can. The Good Sports are brought to you 8am every Saturday morning…
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About this show
The Good Sports is Taupō's local sports show, covering everything from grassroots sport to the international stage. Join Chainsaw, Stinger and Whytey, or whoever's off the bench this week, for interviews, analysis, local sporting stories and plenty of laughs along the way.Live every Saturday from 8am on Lake FM 89.6, thanks to Ross White Panel & Paint.
Hosted by
iHeartRadio NZ