Hannah King plans to keep putting her best foot forward.

She was named for the Black Ferns squad for the upcoming Pacific Four Series, and joined Lesley Murdoch for a chat about her selection.

King also discussed the challenges she faces in getting a hold of the starting 10 jersey in a new-look squad ahead of the upcoming Rugby World Cup.

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With thanks to the Elmwood Trading Company, this week Lesley was joined by Aaron Tallott from the Burnham Golf Club, a pleasant rural club directly opposite the Burnham Army Camp south of Christchurch.

The club is rebuilding after a tough few years, but membership numbers are on a steady incline as Rolleston and Selwyn continue to grow.

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A bittersweet week for Taha Kemara.

Kemara has been ruled out of the remainder of the rugby season after suffering an ACL injury while playing against the Highlanders last week.

On the positive side, he’s confirmed he has re-signed with the Crusaders through until 2028.

A young man still making his way in the demands of professional rugby Kemara is excited to continue his journey with a club that has produced a number of world class 10s and is hoping that he can continue that legacy upon his return from injury.

Kemara spoke with Lesley Murdoch mid-week about the injury and re-signing.

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A chance to bring up a century of games for the Crusaders was a key factor behind prop George Bower's decision to re-sign with New Zealand Rugby until the end of the 2027 season.

Bower's played 81 times since making his debut in 2019.

The 22-test All Black wants to etch his name in the record books of the Crusaders' hundred club.

He spoke with Lesley Murdoch about his decision to stick around.

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Our golfing guru Mike Godinet joined Lesley Murdoch to give an update on how our Kiwi players are faring on the world stage, in association with the Elmwood Trading Company.

Mike’s also a huge fan of rugby league, and touched on the tremendous effort from the Warriors against the Newcastle Knights in front of the sold out crowd in Christchurch.

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Ranked number 275 in the world, Golf New Zealand Academy member Cooper Moore triumphed in a three-hole playoff to win the Australian Junior Boys Amateur Championship last week to continue what has been a remarkable summer to date.

Moore spoke with Nick Bewley about his blockbuster summer inside the ropes, in association with The Elmwood Trading Company.

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Crusaders coach Rob Penney has hailed his team's resilience in the late stages of their 25-22 Super Rugby win over the Blues in Christchurch.

The home side led 19-7 early in the second half before the Blues clawed back to take a 22-19 lead.

Two late penalties from Crusaders replacement first-five James O'Connor, including one after the final hooter, saw the competition leaders steal the victory.

Penney says his team's defensive effort was a standout in wet and windy conditions.

He spoke with Nick Bewley the morning after, saving special praise for his side's defensive efforts and that of Fletcher Newell with the big prop going 80 minutes.

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Tall Blacks coach Judd Flavell is benefitting from the shake up at the Breakers.

The team's gone back to the future with many of the people that were involved in its "pomp" back in the mix as the organisation looks to get back to what made it one of the most successful franchises around.

Flavell’s returning to the team as assistant coach – six years after leaving the role he held for 13 seasons.

He joined Nick Bewley for a chat about his appointment and his excitement in returning to the Breakers.

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