Stories by Felicity Reid

Funding for the Tall Ferns is at the top of Basketball New Zealand's wish list under High Performance Sport New Zealand's new funding model.

Athlete welfare is non-negotiable - even if an Olympic medal is on the line, according to Sports Minister Grant Robertson.

Greater emphasis on athlete welfare rather than medals is central to a new strategy unveiled by High Performance Sport New Zealand.

What happens with a revolutionary trophy-winning yacht when it's done what it was designed to do?

Team New Zealand the 'strongest the team has ever been' for America's Cup defence.

The New Zealand Breakers have sought outside help to keep their heads in the game during a long season on the road.

A "golden year" for women's rugby has lost its shine with the World Cup set to be postponed.

Team New Zealand helmsman Peter Burling wasn't surprised the racing to find a challenger for the America's Cup was one-sided.

The challengers for the America's Cup are well aware of the impacts of Covid-19.

Basketball New Zealand has weeks to decide which international programme will face the chop.

Abusive coaches, body image issues and a fear of retribution - but what happens next?

A climate of fear and retribution has been highlighted by an independent investigation into the culture of Gymnastics New Zealand.

The high-speed yachts racing towards the America's Cup require quick thinking from sailing's version of the Television Match Official. Video

Luna Rossa are ready for "payback" in the America's Cup Challenger Selection Series finals.

American Magic's repair job and Luna Rossa's boat development will be put to the test in a diverse range of conditions during the America's Cup Challenger Selection Series semi-finals.

A capsize, close racing, a cancellation and compliance complaints capped off round-robin action in the America's Cup challenger series.

A broken boat is not enough to stop racing when the oldest trophy in sport is on the line - and stakeholders need to be kept happy.

Clarity, close bonds and a competitive pre-season could be the difference for the Wellington Phoenix in the 2020/21 A-League season.

Black Fern Kendra Cocksedge is counting the days until the 2021 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.

Coaching legend Arch Jelley's work with international athletes and card players is recognised in the New Year honours.

Team New Zealand may have won the silverware during the warm-up races for next year's America's Cup but they didn't get everything on their Christmas wish list.

A big win for the United States and some finger pointing by Team UK dominated the opening day of sailing in the America's Cup World Series. Video

Following months of off-the-water turmoil and Covid-19 complications, the America's Cup sailors finally get to go racing on Thursday.

Uncomfortable, costly or culturally insensitive netball uniforms are turning players away from the game.

Stars and Stripes Team USA appear to have finally conceded they are out of the race to challenge for the America's Cup.