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Black Sox fighting to be back on top
Black Sox captain Cole Evans wants to put New Zealand softball back on the world map in a commanding position.
Shining a light on the shadowy side of top sport
Olympian is a label Casey Legler shied away from for 10 years as they carried the shame of failure.
Black Ferns: The Queens of Rugby World Cups
The Black Ferns have only ever lost two of the 37 games they have played at Rugby World Cups. They have never lost a final.
Tuatara stronger as they prepare to return to the diamond
The Auckland Tuatara have been rebuilding on and off the diamond ahead of their third Australian Baseball League season.
"Dumb penalties" frustrating Black Ferns coach
The Black Ferns have booked a place in the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup but coach Wayne Smith is frustrated with a lack of discipline.
Breakers squad in disarray before NBL season
A pre-season poke in the eye is still troubling Breakers captain Tom Abercrombie on the eve of the Australian NBL season.
WRC primed and ready for New Zealand return
Ten years after the World Rally Championship was last in New Zealand some of the sport's big names are back and history is on the line.
European basketball team reneges on Tall Ferns tour
Tall Ferns' cancelled international series replaced by Australian club tour.
Portia Bing tackles hurdles on and off the track
Portia Bing plans to clear hurdles and build bridges in Birmingham.
Why do males continue to dominate NZ gymnastics?
Male gymnasts continue to outnumber their female peers in New Zealand teams selected for pinnacle events. Audio
Suzie Bates takes complete games experience to Birmingham
Two sports will debut at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham and one New Zealand athlete - dual international Suzie Bates - knows a bit about both.
3x3 basketballers ready to showcase their stuff in Birmingham
New Zealand has been on the podium each time basketball has featured at the Commonwealth Games and a group of young men and women are chasing more medals in England this month.
Taylor acknowledged by the Queen
Former Black Caps batter Ross Taylor isn't regretting he decision to retire after watching the first Test against England at Lords.
Benji Marshall receives esteemed accolade
New Zealand rugby league legend Benji Marshall isn't missing the NRL and is backing the Kiwis to have more world cup success.
Athletes' personal data at risk
An athlete's every step, heavy collision, restless night, missed period or spike in heart rate can be recorded but what happens with the personal data is concerning experts.
How quickly can the Black Ferns scars heal?
Every team needs someone to wear down opposition, for the Black Ferns that was Te Kura Ngata-Aerengamate writes Felicity Reid
3x3 basketball rebounds from international disappointment
New Zealand were the first 3x3 basketball world champions but missing a pinnacle event last year was a blow the successful programme needs to bounce back from. Video
Destinations differ for Phoenix and Breakers after starting journey together
Sports Call - Wellington Phoenix and New Zealand Breakers started their respective seasons in the same place but the end point will be very different.
World Cup can leave a legacy for young cricketers
The eight Women's Cricket World Cup captains share a collective vision to progress the women's game in their home countries.
Cricket World Cup: How it all works and who to look out for
New match-ups, old rivalries and world cup debuts will feature at the Women's Cricket World Cup in New Zealand.
Undefeated champion eyes third boxing belt
Mother of five Mea Motu will fight anyone. Now she is chasing history in the ring.
Temper expectations of Covid-19 impacted athletes
Fans need to show compassion if athletes fail to meet expectations when they return after a Covid-19 impacted build-up, says physio.
Olympian adamant NZ selection process needs to change
A long-time coach and three-time Olympian is calling what for what he describes as "favouritism" to be dropped from the selection process for national honours.
Athletes challenging selectors in record numbers
Aggrieved athletes who believe they've wrongly missed out on national selection are taking on the decision-makers in record numbers.
Athletes facing big challenge from online abuse
Stopping the racist, sexist, homophobic and other online abuse increasingly directed at professional athletes is a challenge facing all sports.