Adrian Seconi

Three months after former Basketball Otago chief executive Mark Rogers departed, the organisation remains in limbo.

Otago heavyweight Glen Craig has always been an exciting fighter but is a more formidable opponent than a few years ago, coach Eldon Clifton says.

Otago has changed its mind and will look at employing the services of an overseas player after all.

Caversham coach Steve Fleming is delighted with the Chatham Cup semifinal draw.

Retired High Court Judge Sir John Hansen has laughed off a suggestion he should put his name forward for the International Cricket Council's vice-presidency.

Timing is everything in cricket. And wee Charlotte (Charlie) Hesson and her older sister Holly have the knack.

Perhaps the most important maneuvers in next year's ANZ Championship will be made off the court, and long before the first centre pass.

For the first time in its history, the Dunedin Thunder will start as favourite when it plays the West Auckland Admirals in back-to-back matches in Dunedin this weekend.

Better not bitter. It is a simple but effective mantra, and one Black Caps and Otago seamer Ian Butler plans to adopt.

Hamish Philip is aware most sportsmen like referees about as much as they do a peppercorn in their ice cream.

Kiana's happy. The 19-month-old gets to spend more time with Mum.

Otago coach Mike Hesson has not officially called stumps, but he has already started the search for his replacement.

Spain gave us afternoon naps and the Netherlands, clogs and windmills.

Who knows what names the selectors will pluck out of the hat when New Zealand Cricket releases the list of its 20 contracted players some time this month? Cricket writer and armchair selector Adrian Seconi takes a punt.