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Lachie McCarthy carries a jerrycan through the Port Hills. PHOTO: CLARK PITHIE

'Borderline torture' bootcamp pushes squad to the limit

A hard pre-season is a rite of passage for sports teams, amateur and professional alike - and Lincoln University’s rugby squad endured one of the toughest imaginable as they build towards the Metro season.

Coll wins third NZ Squash Open title

Coll wins third NZ Squash Open title in Christchurch

Paul Coll defended his New Zealand Open title in Christchurch on Sunday, with a dominant 11-7, 11-2, 11-5 win in the final.

India too strong for NZ in T20 World Cup final

Indian fans celebrate during the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad, India. Photo: Reuters

India too strong for NZ in T20 World Cup final

India became the first team to retain the men's Twenty20 World Cup title after handing out a 96-run demolition of New Zealand in the final this morning.

Highlanders bounce back against Western Force

Timoci Tavatavanawai of the Highlanders charges forward during today's Super Rugby match against...

Highlanders bounce back against Western Force

The Highlanders provided a nice pick-me-up for their coach with an entertaining 39-31 win over the Western Force at Forsyth Barr Stadium today.

Title in Sydenham’s sights

Sydenham's Mitch Gardner believes his side are "in the driver's seat" in the Metro two-day...

Metro two-day cricket title in Sydenham’s sights

Sydenham captain Mitch Gardner believes his side are in the “driver’s seat” in the Metro two-day cricket competition with two rounds to play.

Career-best form sets Twyford up for national champs

Rosa Twyford is in good form ahead of the national championships in Auckland this weekend. PHOTO:...

Career-best form sets Twyford up for national champs

With new personal bests and her first national title secured, Canterbury runner Rosa Twyford is heading to the national track and field championships in Auckland in top form.

India to meet NZ in T20 World Cup final

India's Jasprit Bumrah celebrates the wicket of England's Jacob Bethell. Photo: Reuters

India to meet NZ in T20 World Cup final

Defending champions India staved off Jacob Bethell's brilliant hundred to beat England by seven runs in a thrilling Twenty20 World Cup semi-final on Thursday.

Tahuhu to retire from ODI format

Lea Tahuhu appeals successfully for the wicket of Omaima Sohail of Pakistan during the ICC Women...

Tahuhu to retire from ODI format

The White Ferns' all-time leading ODI wicket-taker has announced her retirement from one-day international cricket.

'Ugly': Crusaders struggle against Blues without star

Crusader David Havilli tries to stop Caleb Clark from scoring one of three tries during Saturday...

'Ugly': Crusaders struggle against Blues without star

World class one week, woeful the next.

Canterbury assistant coaches named

Canterbury's NPC coaching team for the upcoming season has been revealed.

Dave Rennie picked for All Blacks top job

Dave Rennie picked for All Blacks top job

Dave Rennie is the new All Blacks coach which means Jamie Joseph will be remaining with the Highlanders.

Young Kiwi pulls off major upset at NZ Squash Open

Ollie Dunbar in action against Velavan Senthilkumar at the New Zealand Squash Open. Photo:...

Young Kiwi pulls off major upset at NZ Squash Open

New Zealand teenage wildcard Ollie Dunbar has caused a major boilover on the opening day of the NZ Squash Open in Christchurch, beating an opponent ranked in the top 50.

Teen basketballer bound for Las Vegas

Canterbury teenager Sophie Braas has been selected for a NZ under-17 girls basketball team to play a tournament in the bright lights of Las Vegas.

Williams gets three-week ban for dangerous play

Tamaiti Williams will miss games against the Blues, Highlanders and Moana Pasifika. Photo: Getty...

Williams gets three-week ban for dangerous play

Crusaders and All Blacks prop Tamaiti Williams will serve a three-week suspension after being found guilty of dangerous play during Saturday's win over the Chiefs.