Sports news

Clocking up the k's to fly Waikohu flag at pennants
Statement of intent from defending pennants champs Patutahi.

On a roll: Foster adds another centre title to collection
Easton and grandson combine to win indoor bowls centre mixed pairs.

Johny be very good: Memorable season for teen cricket machine
Northern Districts and Poverty Bay awards reflect Gray's impressive form

Gimme five: Somerton on fire as Thistle give students six of the best
Gisborne United and Thistle take the points in Eastern Premiership matches.

Cashmore stars in Tūranganui-a-Kiwa Darts Association Thursday league
Results from Turanganui-a-Kiwa Darts Association competition

Easton, Raklander prove too much for centre pairs opponents
Fosters win father-and-son duel to claim men's crown

Top regional golfers set to compete in Tairāwhiti pennants
No changes to 'Tahi as they tee off their title defence.

‘The one that got away’: Age and grit beat youthful exuberance
Gisborne's three teams all lose in Eastern Premiership, but youngsters show promise

East Coast make final on debut at NZ club champs
Victories in heat and semifinal of national team event
Sport news around NZ

Woodman-Wickliffe to end retirement for Black Ferns World Cup bid
Woodman-Wickliffe announced her international retirement after last year's Olympics.

‘Small beginnings’: Tournament now hosts more athletes than Olympics
Games is the biggest intermediate-school level sports tournament in Australasia.

'Deep passion for sport': How Pope Francis inspired Olympic refugee team
IOC president Thomas Bach said the Pope inspired the team's creation for the 2016 Games.
More local sports news

Gisborne Boys’ High set for tough exam
Gisborne Boys' High at home, Thistle and United on the road in Eastern Premiership

PBEC hit the mats rolling in season-opening rep romp
Poverty Bay-East Coast outgun Hawke's Bay 104-56 in President's Trophy.

Rugbyfest: Three matches to enjoy on Tiny White Opening Day
Who will be added to elite list of Tiny White Medal player of the day winners?

Two 180s each for Te Kira, White
First competition night of the year yields big scores and a high start.

Golden milestone: Gisborne bowler conquers 50 title mountain
Steve Goldsbury joins select band of lawn bowlers to achieve half-century