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 the final that got them selected, which they played after Dave had just heard that his brother-in-law had died. Along the way Jack looks back on his sporting life in Taranaki and Bay of Plenty and his Taupō milk run days, and explains why he thinks the will to win counts for more than ability.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Awareness Week, the Constellation Cup and the Rugby League World Cup. He also pays a heartfelt tribute to his friend Andrew, on the day Taupō celebrates his life.

Brought to you by Sport Bay of Plenty and Contact Energy.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 sessions and the club's youth, high school and adult programmes. No boat or experience needed. Leah White from Sport Bay of Plenty, our new show sponsor, explains how Sport BOP and Contact Energy help keep teams in sport for longer. She covers coach development and the upcoming four-night community series and talks about why Taupō Athletics is booming.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.