Welcome to Issue #4 of Inside Sport Canterbury. Summer continues to be hot in our region, although we are fortunate in not having to deal with the extremes of our neighbours across the Tasman. I'm sure we all feel for the families affected by the fires and it is heartening to see the sporting community is at the forefront of raising funds to assist those in greatest need.
In this issue we chat to Andy Ellis, about the start of the Super 14 and his design for a bloke's dream garden. I've looked into my crystal ball and predict a Crusaders v Sharks final and if I'm totally one-eyed, maybe Crusaders v Hurricanes.
We also cover Christchurch's newest basketball side, a heart-warming story of an 11-year-old lad who travels to Auckland every weekend to play baseball, and Sport Canterbury's Women's Festival. This event is a great opportunity for women to have a go at something new, ranging from dragon boating to scuba diving. Registration forms can be downloaded here. So why not get a group of girlfriends together and have a go!
If your sporting interests lie in watching elite events, check out our new sports travel section. Best wishes
Martin Mongan, Chief Executive
Ellis has Designs on Super ComebackCrusader halfback Andy Ellis is hoping his fourth Super 14 campaign goes so well that he won't have to seek refuge in The Crate Escape - the garden he has designed for Christchurch's first Ellerslie International Flower Show. More...
Full Steam Ahead for CougarsNew Cougars coach Andrew Gardiner is promising a quartet of star players will help deliver an exciting brand of basketball that will attract the fans back to the sport in Christchurch.. More...
Talented Runner Heading to Jordan Athlete Nicki McFadzien swops Christchurch parks for the dry terrain of the Middle East next month, when she represents New Zealand at the world cross-country championships in Amman, Jordan. More...
Christchurch Lads Share in Baseball Milestone Two young Christchurch baseballers have played a part in a ground-breaking tournament win in Australia.
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Makeover for Popular Climbing AreaFancy a little "jiggery pokery" or the chance to go "schmeling to the max"? If you also relish the outdoors and have a head for heights some of New Zealand's best rock climbs are on our doorstep. More...
Sporting Festival Targets WomenSports geared to every interest and level of ability are on offer at a women's-only festival running in Christchurch next month. Sport Canterbury's Events and Marketing Manager, Jonny Kirkpatrick explains why women should have a go. More...
Double Success for Christchurch SurferTwenty-year-old Canterbury surfer Daisy Thomas has won both the open and longboard events at the Surfing New Zealand national championships. More...
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