We New Zealanders (or Kiwis as we're known) on some of the World's greatest sporting stages. We're full of amazing Sports stories of how as an Underdog we keep producing, punching, and performing well above and beyond what anyone expected.....
Why is that?
The Athlete needs to perform and if they're successful and perform amazingly well and even win well, the spot light shines brightly on them and the athlete gets the headline and well, that's awesome! But what about all the people behind the Athlete, the hours of Sacrifices and the stories untold of that journey?
We aren't famous New Zealanders (YET) but we're family, and we wanted to create a His and Her's Perspective for the Podcast world - and tell stories from the amazing people we currently know or will have the privilege to meet on this journey.
In this episode we sit down with Doug Tietjens to talk rugby, leadership, and the people who make sport special. From grassroots beginnings to his role with Manawatū Rugby, Doug shares his experiences, insights, and passion for the game. Another great conversation about the people behind the sport we love.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
14 Oct 2026
Episode 12 - Craig & Kelly chat
Kelly and Craig sit down for a relaxed catch-up, reflecting on the journey of Sidelines and Sacrifices so far, debrief there respective winter seasons and discuss next season. They look back at some of the great guests and stories they've shared, what they've learned along the way, and where the podcast is heading next, with plenty of their usual banter in the mix.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
7 Oct 2026
Episode 11 - Ken Metekingi
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
30 Sept 2026
Episode 10 - Rob Waddell
This week on Sidelines & Sacrifices, Craig and Kelly sit down with one of New Zealand's most accomplished sporting figures, Rob Waddell. Joining us via Zencastr from his home in the Waikato while Craig and Kelly were in the studio in Palmerston North, Rob shares his story from Olympic Gold in rowing to competing at the highest levels of international sport. Our conversation goes beyond the medals and results into his journey, the people who shaped him, life after elite competition, His company Waddell and his work creating opportunities for the next generation through the Clubhouse Foundation. It's a story about sport, leadership, opportunity, and giving back, and another reminder that every game has a scoreboard, but every sport has a story.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
23 Sept 2026
Episode 9 - Warrick Price
Warrick Price has spent much of his life helping others grow — whether that’s in the classroom, leading a school, raising a family, or standing in the middle of a rugby field with a whistle in his hand. In Episode 9 of Sidelines & Sacrifices, Craig and Kelly sit down with Warrick for a conversation about the person behind all those roles.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
16 Sept 2026
Episode 8 - Kent Stembridge
This week on Sidelines & Sacrifices, Kelly and Craig sit down with Kent owner operator from Active Plus to talk about something every coach, parent, and volunteer fears. Injury on the sideline. With over 20 years of experience in rugby and sporting injuries, Kent shares clear, practical advice on those first few minutes after a player goes down. How do you know when it’s serious? When should a player stay off? What can you do? And just as importantly, what not to do? Kent helps us cut through the panic with calm, practical guidance that any grassroots coach or parent can act on. And this episode is part of a bigger goal to build a straightforward sideline injury response guide for grassroots sport. It's about confidence, common sense, and putting player welfare first. Sidelines & Sacrifices. Every game has a scoreboard, but every sport has a story.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
9 Sept 2026
Episode 7 - Jess Robinson
In this episode of Sidelines and Sacrifices, Craig and Kelly sit down with Jess Robinson in "Player to Parent." Jess shares her shift from life on the field to guiding her own kids in sport, the sacrifices behind the scenes, and lessons passed down from her own family. From sideline emotions to big-picture values, it's an honest chat about growing up in and through sport.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
2 Sept 2026
Episode 6 - MVP Guest: Trevor Shailer
Former Olympian and Commonwealth Games medalist, respected sports leader, former CEO of Sports Manawatū and host of his own Podcast "In the Ring", Trevor Shailer joins us to share the lessons he's learned from a lifetime in sport. From elite performance to community leadership, we explore what it really takes to create lasting impact both on and off the field.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
26 Aug 2026
Episode 5 - Football Focus: Takaro AFC
"A lifetime in sport. A family that made sacrifices. A community that became home." In this 2-part Episode, Madison Buchanan reflects on a lifetime in sport as a player, coach, father, volunteer, and club leader. He shares the sacrifices he and his family have made, the people who shaped his journey, and why helping build Takaro AFC has been one of his greatest rewards. It's a story of commitment, experiences, mentors, relationships, community, and the volunteers who make grassroots sport possible.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
19 Aug 2026
Episode 4 - Our journey pt. 4
Every great story has a beginning. Before we tell the stories behind New Zealand sport, we share our own. From childhood dreams and lifelong friendships to coaching, setbacks and sacrifice, Craig and Kelly reveal the moments that shaped them- and why Sidelines & Sacrifices was created.
This is where the journey begins.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
12 Aug 2026
Episode 3 - Our journey pt. 3
Every great story has a beginning. Before we tell the stories behind New Zealand sport, we share our own. From childhood dreams and lifelong friendships to coaching, setbacks and sacrifice, Craig and Kelly reveal the moments that shaped them- and why Sidelines & Sacrifices was created.
This is where the journey begins.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
5 Aug 2026
Episode 2 - Our journey pt. 2
Every great story has a beginning. Before we tell the stories behind New Zealand sport, we share our own. From childhood dreams and lifelong friendships to coaching, setbacks and sacrifice, Craig and Kelly reveal the moments that shaped them- and why Sidelines & Sacrifices was created.
This is where the journey begins.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
29 Jul 2026
Episode 1 - Our journey pt. 1
Every great story has a beginning. Before we tell the stories behind New Zealand sport, we share our own. From childhood dreams and lifelong friendships to coaching, setbacks and sacrifice, Craig and Kelly reveal the moments that shaped them- and why Sidelines & Sacrifices was created.
This is where the journey begins.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
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