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    Sasha McLeod is looking forward to helping and inspiring netball umpires coming through the ranks...

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    Umpire McLeod calls time on decorated career

    Sasha McLeod has blown the whistle on her career.

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    Adams keen for Volts to make running

    Luke Georgeson. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Adams keen for Volts to make running

    Otago assistant coach Andre Adams wants to see the Volts take the initiative more.

    Wilde caps off triathlon year in style

    Hayden Wilde celebrates in Qatar. Photo: T100 Triathlon via Getty Images

    Wilde caps off triathlon year in style

    By Penny Miles of RNZ New Zealand's Hayden Wilde has been crowned king of the T100 World Triathlon series after rounding out his season in perfect style.

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    Sparks desperate to turn fortunes around

    Emma Black. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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    Sparks desperate to turn fortunes around

    The Otago Sparks are at risk of having their torch snuffed out halfway through the competition.

    Horseman Nathan Williamson in coma after serious fall

    Nathan Williamson. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Horseman Nathan Williamson in coma after serious fall

    Southland horseman Nathan Williamson has suffered a serious injury after a fall during a race.

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    Final big occasion for Pouakai

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    Final big occasion for Pouakai

    Alex Stojkovic coached the Whai to their inaugural Tauihi Basketball Aotearoa title last year.

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    We’ll survive missing out on a rugby test

    Runners take part in the annual 5km Santa Dash in Liverpool. PHOTO: REUTERS

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    We’ll survive missing out on a rugby test

    You cannot say you were not warned.

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    Knewstubb learning a few new tricks

    New Highlander Andrew Knewstubb with best mate Benji during a Cancer Society fundraiser last year...

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    Knewstubb learning a few new tricks

    Hayden Meikle talks to long-serving NZ sevens player Andrew Knewstubb, who has unexpectedly got a chance to play Super Rugby.

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    Title revoked, three banned after rugby brawl

    The incidents happened at Waverley Park in Invercargill. Photo: Google Maps

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    Title revoked, three banned after rugby brawl

    A Southland under-14 rugby league player was assaulted by an adult after a closely fought final, his trainer says.

    Duffy five-for leads Black Caps to comfortable win

    Jacob Duffy claimed a 5-wicket haul to leave the Black Caps chasing just 56 to win. Photo: Getty...

    Duffy five-for leads Black Caps to comfortable win

    The Black Caps bounced back from a dramatic draw in the first test, to dismantle the West Indies by nine wickets in Wellington in the second.

    Fan group calls out FIFA over 'extortionate' World Cup ticket prices

    FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule announcement...

    Fan group calls out FIFA over 'extortionate' World Cup ticket prices

    Football Supporters Europe has called on FIFA to immediately halt ticket sales for next year's World Cup, accusing it of imposing "extortionate" ticket prices that risk shutting ordinary fans out of the tournament.

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    South’s cup battle to resume

    All-rounder Stephan Grobler will earn his 50th cap for North Otago this weekend. PHOTO: DEBBIE...

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    South’s cup battle to resume

    Fierce rivalries will be reinstated this weekend when Hawke Cup zone four qualification gets under way.

    Savea savours third player of year award

    Ardie Savea. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Savea savours third player of year award

    Ardie Savea is the king again.

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    Hay helps keep NZ ahead

    The Black Caps’ Mitch Hay puts one over the rope during his debut test innings of 61 during day...

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    Hay helps keep NZ ahead

    The plan to bat, bat and bat fell apart.

    Life memberships mark coaches’ dedication

    The Otago basketball team in Christchurch yesterday (from left) coach Ryan Youmans, Jake Bulgar,...

    Life memberships mark coaches’ dedication

    Dunedin basketball coaches Jo and Rob Torrance are Special Olympic stalwarts and their commitment has been recognised with life memberships at the National Summer Games.

    Carson to miss WC after elbow surgery

    Eden Carson. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Carson to miss WC after elbow surgery

    White Ferns and Otago offspinner Eden Carson had surgery on her right elbow yesterday and is expected to be sidelined for six months.

    Savea wins top award as Otago volunteer honoured

    Savea wins top award as Otago volunteer honoured

    One of the tireless workers of the Strath Taieri club has been named volunteer of the year on the night Ardie Savea was crowned king of New Zealand rugby again.

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    Alpiners have chance to defend title

    Alpiners player Nick Lidstone in action during round six of the Premier Hockey League in...

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    Alpiners have chance to defend title

    The Alpiners men have not had it all their way this year.

    Electron poised to fire in Cal Isuzu

    Electron (inside) will contest the group 2 Cal Isuzu Stakes (1600m) at Te Rapa tomorrow. PHOTO:...

    Electron poised to fire in Cal Isuzu

    Electron returned to winning form over 1600m at Otaki last start, and owner-trainer Sam Mynott is hoping she can repeat that result at Te Rapa tomorrow in the group 2 Cal Isuzu Stakes (1600m).

    Sassy Lass primed to go one better in Waikato Cup

    Sassy Lass will contest the group 3 Waikato Cup (2400m) at Te Rapa tomorrow. PHOTO: KENTON WRIGHT...

    Sassy Lass primed to go one better in Waikato Cup

    Wexford Stables partners Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew Scott have plenty to look forward to this weekend with a mix of proven and fresh talent engaged on the Waikato Cup programme at Te Rapa.
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