In this episode, co-hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards explore the latest rugby updates from New Zealand's upper South Island. We highlight Senior Men's and Women's rugby, as well as Super Rugby action. We're excited to welcome this week's guest, Brendon "Bruiser" Smith, the coach of the Kahurangi senior men's team. Brendon will share his insights into his team's performance this year, his experiences in rugby, and his vision for the future of the game. Don't miss this captivating discussion at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson, supported by our venue sponsor www.turfhotel.co.nz and www.nbs.co.nz, the naming rights sponsor for NBS Talk Nelson.

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Welcome back to another exciting episode of Bays Joinery Football Focus, brought to you by Chris Butler and Ryan "Skippy" Stewart! Coming to you straight from New Zealand's upper South Island, we're here to deliver the latest in Senior Football for both men and women, sponsored by Sheehan Financial.
In today’s episode, we dive into Southern League highlights, check in with the Phoenix team and bring you the latest scoop from the English Premier League. Don't miss any of the football fervor—catch all the action at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson.
We’re thrilled to have Paul Brydon return to the show. Coach of FC Nelson 1st XI. 
A huge shout-out to our sponsors: Naming Rights Sponsor Bays Joinery (www.baysjoinery.co.nz), venue sponsor Turf Hotel (www.turfhotel.co.nz), Senior Football updates sponsor Sheehan Financial (www.marksheehanfinancial.co.nz), and our NBS Talk Nelson sponsor (www.nbs.co.nz).

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In this episode co-hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards explore the latest rugby updates from New Zealand's upper South Island. This episode highlights Senior Men's and Women's rugby as well as Super Rugby highlights. We're excited to welcome this week's guest, Seta Sauira, the coach of the Marist Nelson Club. Seta will share his insights into his coaching philosophy, the team's performance this year, his experiences in rugby, and his vision for the future of the game. Don't miss this captivating discussion at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify NBS Talk Nelson, supported by our venue sponsor www.turfhotel.co.nz and www.nbs.co.nz, the naming rights sponsor for NBS Talk Nelson.

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Chris Butler and Ryan "Skippy" Stewart are here to bring you another episode of Bays Joinery Football Focus, straight from New Zealand's upper South Island. This episode brings you the latest in Senior Football for both men and women, sponsored by Sheehan Financial, alongside Southern League highlights, updates on the Phoenix teams, news from the All Whites, and the latest scoop from the English Premier League. Catch all the football fervor at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson.

In today’s episode, we are excited to have Stu Reid, Nelson's Mainland Representative, and Paul Brockie, a well-known football legend. 

A huge shout-out to our sponsors: Naming Rights Sponsor Bays Joinery www.baysjoinery.co.nz, venue sponsor Turf Hotel www.turfhotel.co.nz, Senior Football updates sponsor Sheehan Financial www.marksheehanfinancial.co.nz, and our NBS Talk Nelson sponsor www.nbs.co.nz.

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In this episode of "The Mako Rugby Round Up," co-hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards delve into the latest rugby updates from New Zealand's upper South Island. This episode focuses on Senior Men's and Women's rugby alongside Super Rugby highlights. We're thrilled to have Kaide Whiting, assistant coach of the Waimea Old Boys Rugby Club, joining us today. He'll share insights into his coaching role, the team this year, his playing history, his challenges with concussion and his thoughts on the future of the game. Be sure to catch this engaging discussion at www.talknelson.co.nz, generously supported by our Venue sponsor www.turfhotel.co.nz and www.nbs.co.nz - Naming rights sponsor for NBS Talk Nelson.

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Chris Butler and Ryan "Skippy" Stewart are back to kick off another episode of Bays Joinery Football Focus from New Zealand's upper South Island. This episode is loaded with the latest from Senior Football for both men and women, courtesy of Sheehan Financial, plus Southern League highlights, updates on the Phoenix, the latest from the All Whites, and the buzz from the English Premier League. Tune into all the football action at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson.

In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to feature Neil Connell from Nelson Suburbs. Neil will be sharing his anticipations for the upcoming season in the Southern League.

A massive thank you to our sponsors: Football Focus Naming Rights Sponsor, Bays Joinery www.baysjoinery.co.nz, our venue sponsor Turf Hotel www.turfhotel.co.nz, Senior Football updates sponsor Sheehan Financial www.marksheehanfinancial.co.nz, and our NBS Talk Nelson sponsor www.nbs.co.nz.

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In Season 3, Episode 3 of "The Mako Rugby Round Up," co-hosts Chris Butler and Les Edwards take you through the latest rugby developments from New Zealand's upper South Island. This episode shines a light on Senior Men's and Women's rugby and Super Rugby updates. Joining the conversation are Matt Leary & Tevita Koloamatangi from Stoke Rugby Club, who talk about their backgrounds and experiences, the challenges faced by their club and team this year, and the exciting future prospects for rugby in the region. Don't miss this session at www.talknelson.co.nz, supported by our Venue sponsor www.turfhotel.co.nz and www.nbs.co.nz - Naming rights sponsor for NBS Talk Nelson.

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Chris Butler and Ryan "Skippy" Stewart are back to deliver the latest in Football from New Zealand's upper South Island. This episode is packed with updates from Senior Football for both men and women thanks to Sheehan Financial, Southern League highlights, insights on the Phoenix teams, All Whites news, and the buzz around the English Premier League. Catch all the action at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson.

In this episode, we're excited to have Neil Geeza Harding, Southern League Nelson Women's Coach. Neil will be discussing what he has been up to in the off season and what lays ahead as he takes on another season in the Sourthern League.

A big shout-out to our sponsors: Naming Rights Sponsor for Football Focus, Bays Joinery www.baysjoinery.co.nz, venue sponsor Turf Hotel www.turfhotel.co.nz, Senior Football updates sponsor Sheehan Financial www.marksheehanfinancial.co.nz, and our NBS Talk Nelson sponsor www.nbs.co.nz.

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Episode 2 of season 3 for "The Mako Rugby Round Up" explores the latest rugby news from New Zealand's upper South Island. This week's discussion covers Senior Men's and Women's rugby, alongside Super Rugby updates. Joining us is Gary Stevens, Coach of the Nelson Rugby Club Senior Team, to share insights into his coaching experiences, challenges for the club and team this year, and exciting developments for the future. Catch this episode and more at www.talknelson.co.nz, brought to you by our Venue sponsor www.turfhotel.co.nz and www.nbs.co.nz - Naming rights sponsor for NBS Talk Nelson.

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Chris Butler and Ryan "Skippy" Stewart bring you the pulse of Football from New Zealand's upper South Island. This episode features Sheehan Financial Senior Football Men's and Women's updates, Southern League highlights, Nelson Suburbs news, Phoenix teams insights, All Whites updates, and the English Premier League scoop. Tune in at www.talknelson.co.nz or on Spotify under NBS Talk Nelson.

We're joined by special guest Mark Sheehan, discussing Sheehan Financial, reflecting on his playing career, and sharing his experiences coaching his son and junior players.

Our thanks go to our sponsors: Football Focus Naming Rights Sponsor, Bays Joinery www.baysjoinery.co.nz, venue sponsor Turf Hotel www.turfhotel.co.nz, Senior Football updates sponsor Sheehan Financial www.marksheehanfinancial.co.nz, and NBS Talk Nelson sponsor www.nbs.co.nz.

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