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Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox has picked four shots in his third round to sit in a tie for seventh at the PGA Tour’s Sanderson Farms Championship in Mississippi. He is now at 15-under after carding a third round three-under 68, five shots behind the leader, American Keith Mitchell. LATEST HEADLINES: Waikato women win Farah Palmer Cup Black Ferns select side for England clash White Ferns claim win at WT20 World Cup Otago surge into NPC's top-eight, for now Grace Steinmetz retires due to brain injury Fox made par on the first six holes before a birdie on the par-three seventh hole, followed by another par on the eighth, however, he then bogeyed the ninth. On the back-nine, he birdied the 10th and 11th and finished with birdies on the final two holes. Fox carded 67 for his first and 66 in his second round. A top-10 finish would almost assure Fox of his PGA Tour card in 2025. He is currently 109th, with the top-125 making the cut. Meanwhile in Scotland, at the Alfred Dunhill Links tournament, Daniel Hillier is tied for 13th at 14-under after a third round two-under 70 at Kingsbarns Golf Links. Taranaki leftie Sam Jones moved up to 28th after carding a third-round 67 at Kingsbarns, while Canterbury's Kazuma Kobori has also improved after a third-round 67 at St Andrews Old Course, just making the cut on the cut-line at nine-under.

There is plenty of medals available for kiwi mountain bikers when titles are decided in the final round of the UCI MTB World Cup this weekend at Mont-Sainte-Anne in Quebec, Canada. Fittingly the final stop of the season for both downhill and cross-country takes place at the longest-running world series stage and one of the sport’s most challenging courses for both disciplines. LATEST HEADLINES: Black Ferns select side for England clash White Ferns claim win at WT20 World Cup Otago surge into NPC's top-eight, for now Grace Steinmetz retires due to brain injury Crusaders reveal former Wallaby O'Connor There are seven kiwi riders chasing top-10 season spots in elite, under-23 and junior grades, the strongest position for many years across both gravity and cross-country. Rotorua’s Lachlan Stevens-McNab, 20, goes into the final round in 13th place overall in the elite men’s downhill standings, the highest for a kiwi in several years, and impressive given it is just his second year in the category, after finishing fourth for the season in the junior ranks two years ago. He has been consistently strong, gaining points in every round this season in elite company. Queenstown-based Jess Blewitt, still just 22, goes into the women’s elite downhill finale in 11th place overall, despite injury and illness restricting the multi-national champion to three of six finals this year. The kiwi gravity presence in junior ranks has grown, built on the remarkable clean-sweep of the junior women’s world championship at Glasgow last year. That was all-but repeated this year in Andorra, with Erice van Leuven making it two world titles in succession and compatriot Sacha Earnest again in third. Going into this weekend’s final round, van Leuven (Commencal Les Orres) has a narrow lead of 15 points on Great Britain’s Heather Wilson, who is chased by two flying kiwis in Tauranga rookie Eliana Hulsebosch (Union) and Earnest (Trek Factory). Canterbury teenager Luke Wayman is flying the kiwi flag in the junior men’s category, going into the final round in third overall, only 21 points from second and 54 to the leader. The Gravity Cartel rider has been super-consistent, with a top seven placing in every round, and seventh at the world championships. Sam Gaze carries the flag for kiwi cross-country, after his meritorious sixth placing at the Paris Olympic Games. Re-signed for a further two years by the World Tour Alpecin-Deceuninck pro team, Gaze has found it challenging to re-find his best form since the major focus on his Paris campaign. He goes into the final round in eighth place on the overall standings and second in the short-track, where he is a two-time world champion. “I definitely would have liked more out of the effort in Lake Placid,” said Gaze. “I cannot say I was stoked that this has been the trend of my past weeks but that’s sport and there’s no room for not being 100 percent despite at the end of such a long season. I will have a full focus to finish the year out on a high note at Mont-Sainte-Anne.” It is a big weekend of action, starting with the Under-23 short track on Friday (NZ time), downhill qualifying and semifinals on Saturday along with elite short track, with downhill finals on Sunday evening (NZT). The UCI MTB World Cup season concludes with the cross-country races on Monday afternoon and evening (NZT). Caption: Lachlan Stevens-McNabb in action, chasing a top-10 season finish in the UCI MTB World Cu downhill at Mont Sainte Anne in Canada this weekend. (Bartek Wolinski- Red Bull Content Pool)

The NZ Breakers have put up a strong fight against the Utah Jazz in the opening game of their NBA Tour. The Breakers showed flashes of brilliance, matching up well early and going basket-for-basket with the Jazz for most of the first half, before eventually falling 116-87 in Salt Lake City on Friday night (Saturday NZ Time). LATEST HEADLINES: Waikato Women win FPC Premiership title Fox climbs on PGA Tour; Hillier in top-10 Black Ferns select side for England clash White Ferns claim win at WT20 World Cup Grace Steinmetz retires due to brain injury The game was tied 47-47 with 4:04 remaining in the second quarter before the Jazz closed the half on a 16-0 run as a series of Breakers turnovers and misses let the game get away. Parker Jackson-Cartwright led the Breakers with 16 points (7/16 FG), nine assists and three steals, showcasing his class against high-calibre opposition. Former NBA centre Jonah Bolden added 13 points (4/8 FG, 3/7 3pt) and six rebounds, while Mexican ANBL 'Next Star' Karim Lopez provided 13 points (5/8 FG), seven boards, three assists, two steals and a block, and Mojave King contributed 11 points, both off the bench. Kiwi big man Sam Mennenga also had 10 points (3/9 FG, 2/5 3pt, 2/2 FT) and five rebounds and American guard Matt Mooney 10 points (4/12 FG, 2/8 3pt). The Jazz, powered by Johnny Juzang's 19 points off the bench and Lauri Markkanen’s 13 points, were clinical in their execution, shooting 58 percent from the field. Walker Kessler was strong inside, with eight points and nine rebounds, helping Utah control the glass and the tempo of the game. The Jazz had four other players score in double-digits. The Breakers now head to Philadelphia where they will take on the 76ers on Monday (tip-off 12pm Tuesday NZT), before finishing their US Tour against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday (tip-off 11am Friday NZT). Utah Jazz 116 (Johnny Juzang 19, Lauri Markkanen 13, Brice Sensabaugh 12, Kevonte George 12, John Collins 12, Jordan Clarkson 11) NZ Breakers 87 (Parker Jackson-Cartwright 16, Jonah Bolden 13, Karim Lopez 13, Mojave King 11, Sam Mennenga 10, Matt Mooney 10). 1Q: 29-29, HT: 63-47, 3Q: 90-70

The Black Ferns have made a number of changes to their match-day 23 to face England in the WXV1 clash with England in Canada on Monday. Hannah King will start at first-five, with co-captain Ruahei Demant shifting to second-five to team up with Sylvia Brunt in the midfield for her 20th test. LATEST HEADLINES: White Ferns win opener at T20 World Cup Otago surge into NPC top eight for now Grace Steinmetz retires due to brain injury Heartland leaders rack up big scores again Hillier challenges for lead at Dunhill Links Usual centre Amy du Plessis has been ruled out with concussion. Wing Ayesha Leti-I'iga will start, with Ruby Tui set to come off the bench. The front row trio is Chryss Viliko , Georgia Ponsonby and Tanya Kalounivale , while Alana Bremner gets to start at lock alongside Maiakawanakaulani Roos. Loose forward Liana Mikaele-Tu'u moves to the blindside flanker role, with Kaipo Olsen-Baker starting at number eight. The last time the two sides met it was a 24-12 win to the English at Twickenham. The Black Ferns lost to Ireland 29-27 in their first match of the WXV1 tournament. Black Ferns: 1. Chryss Viliko, 2. Georgia Ponsonby, 3. Tanya Kalounivale, 4. Alana Bremner, 5. Maiakawanakaulani Roos, 6. Liana Mikaele-Tu'u, 7. Kennedy Tukuafu, 8. Kaipo Olsen-Baker, 9. Maia Joseph, 10. Hannah King, 11. Katelyn Vahaakolo, 12. Ruahei Demant, 13. Sylvia Brunt, 14. Ayesha Leti-I'iga, 15. Renee Holmes Reserves: 16. Atlanta Lolohea, 17. Kate Henwood, 18. Amy Rule, 19. Maama Mo’onia Vaipulu, 20. Layla Sae, 21. Iritana Hohaia, 22. Mererangi Paul, 23. Ruby Tui

No Black Ferns, no problems for Waikato in the Farah Palmer Cup Premiership final. In one of most exhilarating FPC finals, Waikato conquered perennial contenders Canterbury 27-25 at Hamilton's FMG Stadium Waikato on Saturday afternoon for their second title in four years. LATEST HEADLINES: Fox climbs on PGA Tour; Hillier in top-10 Black Ferns select side for England clash White Ferns claim win at WT20 World Cup Otago surge into NPC's top-eight, for now Grace Steinmetz retires due to brain injury For Waikato, it was even better than their gargantuan struggle won three years ago 22-20 on a moody afternoon in Christchurch. Waikato came out firing, setting the tempo early with their physicality. Their dominance in the scrum and at the breakdown was clear, as they consistently applied pressure on Canterbury’s set-piece.  Waikato’s pack played with ruthless efficiency, laying the foundation for an intense opening period. When prop Veisana Maturiki-Fakalelu crashed over, it was 10-0 in a flash. Canterbury, renowned for their fitness and expansive style, refused to back down. As the game progressed, they began to open up Waikato’s abrasive defence with quick distribution. In the 47th minute, the visitors claimed a shock 22-17 lead when a crosskick by Terauoriwa Gapper was claimed by Riko Yoshida. The Japanese wing, perhaps the shortest player on the field, soared highest. Waikato reverted to type to wrestle back the advantage. Former Black Fern Grace Houpapa-Barrett barged over in the 58th minute for her 11th try of the campaign. Canterbury teased Waikato when the ball went to the edges but the hosts held their nerve. They were even denied a try when Viki Rose-Green was sandwiched between half a dozen defenders.  "Sorry about my ugly tears but I don't care. It means so much, it was not just about the team on the field. I'm just so proud," Waikato captain Chelsea Semple told Sky Sport. "It took everything, we haven't felt that pressure that Canterbury put us under, so there is no better competitor for us." Canterbury now has a 5-8 record in finals. Since 2017, Canterbury has won 57 out of 64 matches. Waikato 27 (Kaea Nepia, Veisana Maturikii-Fakalelu, Lela Ieremia, Grace Houpapa-Barrett, tries; Kaea Nepia 2 con, pen ) Canterbury 25 (Emma Whinney, Laura Bayfield, Riko Yoshida tries; Abigail Paton 2 con, 2 pen). HT: 17-17

The White Ferns have scored a comprehensive 58-run win over India at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in Dubai. Sophie Devine steered New Zealand both as skipper and with the bat, making 57 not out to help the White Ferns set India an imperious 161 to win. LATEST HEADLINES: Otago surge into NPC top eight for now Grace Steinmetz retires due to brain injury Heartland leaders rack up big scores again Hillier challenges for lead at Dunhill Links Crusaders confirm ex Wallaby O'Connor In reply, India struggled to keep pace, too often picking the wrong shots to gift New Zealand wickets and their first win in 11 T20 internationals. Having chosen to bat, New Zealand made sure that a relative gamble paid off as Suzie Bates set the tone. She began the innings with a four and she and Georgia Plimmer motored to 55 without loss in the powerplay. India captain Harmanpreet Kaur used breaks in the game as a chance to re-set, and her team were full of effort but not always able to take advantage of the chances they created, Richa Ghosh putting down a high ball from Bates, having mis-judged the flight. The White Ferns kept scoring quickly until Bates departed for 27 from 24 balls and Plimmer (34) followed three balls later to leave New Zealand at 67 for two and with two new batters at the crease. However, those batters were the experienced pair of Amelia Kerr and Devine. Kerr’s time at the crease was an eventful one, as she was seemingly run out chasing a single before being handed a reprieve when the decision was overturned after the ball was called dead. The all-rounder scored 13 before her powerful shot was caught well by Pooja Vastrakar, with New Zealand having moved to 109. From there, the scoring picked up again, with Devine leading the charge while ably supported by Brooke Halliday and then Maddy Green. New Zealand took 37 runs off the final three overs to reach 160 for four at the innings break and present India the chance to complete the second highest successful chase of a Women’s T20 World Cup. In response, India made 11 off the first over before Shafali Verma departed for two with Smriti Mandhana and Kaur also falling in the powerplay, as off-spinner Eden Carson claimed two wickets. Rodrigues had been electric in the field for India but, faced with an uphill battle of a rising run rate, she hit the ball straight to Maddy Green at mid-on while trying to force it through a gap in the field. Halliday then dropped Sharma on zero but New Zealand did not have to wait long for a fifth and sixth wicket. First Ghosh and then Arundhati Reddy sent easy catches to fielders as India fell to 75 for six in the 13th over. It was a similar story for Sharma, who added 13 runs to the total before Devine took a simple catch at mid-off to hand Lea Tahuhu her third wicket. Rosemary Mair took four wickets in total as India’s chase petered out in the penultimate over. The White Ferns face Australia in their next match on Wednesday.

Ryan Fox's putter was hot again as he rose up the leaderboard at the PGA Tour's Sanderson Farms Championship. For the second straight round, Fox rolled in seven birdie putts during a six-under 66 in the second round at The Country Club of Jackson in Mississippi on Friday (Saturday NZ Time), climbing 13 places. LATEST HEADLINES: Black Ferns select side for England clash White Ferns claim win at WT20 World Cup Otago surge into NPC's top-eight, for now Grace Steinmetz retires due to brain injury Crusaders reveal former Wallaby O'Connor Chasing strong results over the next month to secure his PGA Tour card for 2025, Fox briefly moved into the top-10 on day two, eventually settling into a tie for 12th at 11-under, four strokes off the lead. Starting at the 10th hole, Fox opened his round with a bogey but quickly got back on track with a birdie at the 11th. He followed with back-to-back birdies at the 14th and 15th, and 17th and 18th, making the turn at nine-under. Fox added two birdies on his second-nine, including a 28-foot putt at the par-three fourth hole, added to a 23-footer, 17-footer and 11-footer on his first-nine. The 37-year-old will get his third round on Saturday underway at 2pm local time (8am Sunday NZT). At the other end of the leaderboard, fellow Kiwi Tim Wilkinson missed the cut by nine shots after a one-over 73 in the second round to finish at three-over. Across The Pond, Daniel Hillier has remained in the top-10 and just two strokes behind the leader at the DP World Tour's Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. Hillier made six birdies, a bogey and double-bogey in a three-under 69 in his second round at Carnoustie on Friday (Saturday NZT) to sit in a tie for fifth. The 27-year-old made birdies at the 10th and 12th holes on his first-nine, while adding four birdies on the front-nine. His major blemish was a double-bogey at the par-four seventh. Sam Jones made a fast start to his round, picking up four strokes in his first five holes, before making four bogeys and just one birdie the rest of the way in a one-under 71 at Carnoustie, lifting him to a share of 49th at six-under. Kazuma Kobori made five birdies and three bogeys at Kingsbarn Links in a second straight two-under 70 to be tied for 87th at four-under. Hillier will tee off his third round on Saturday 10.28am local time (10.28pm NZT) and Jones at 11.01am (11.01pm NZT), both from the first tee at Kingsbarn Links, while Kobori goes off from the 10th hole at the St Andrews Old Course at 11.12am (11.12pm NZT).

Grace Steinmetz has retired from rugby, after receiving medical advice that it would be unsafe to continue playing. The three-test Black Fern and Chiefs Manawa player put out a post on Instagram saying it was "not how I pictured my rugby career coming to an end." LATEST HEADLINES: Heartland leaders rack up big scores again Hillier challenges for lead at Dunhill Links Crusaders confirm ex Wallaby O'Connor Paulsen PFA Young Footballer of the Year Waikato to host Canterbury in FPC final "Scans have come back showing a brain injury that means I need to hang the boots up, medically retire and never play rugby again. Grateful that my health is still intact and we found out before it was too late. "This game and the people within it have done SO much for me, and I am super grateful for the last seven years I have had in this sport. "Thank you to everyone who has been a part of my journey and supported me along the way. I will understand one day." The 26-year-old represented Wellington and Canterbury at FPC level, after being a part of the national Sevens programme. At the Chiefs Manawa, she played in two Super Rugby Aupiki finals and she also spent time in Japan playing Sevens. Steinmetz is engaged to Chiefs player Rameka Poihipi.

Having done their part, Otago will now have to sweat out Saturday's National Provincial Championship (NPC) matches. Otago surged in the second half to a 31-28 victory over Northland at Whangarei's Semenoff Stadium on Friday night to conclude their regular season, moving into a quarterfinal spot, perhaps, just for now. LATEST HEADLINES: Grace Steinmetz retires due to brain injury Heartland leaders rack up big scores again Hillier challenges for lead at Dunhill Links Crusaders confirm ex Wallaby O'Connor Paulsen PFA Young Footballer of the Year With 26 points, Otago moved up to seventh from 10th, but three teams - Canterbury (25), Counties Manukau (23) and North Harbour (23) - could overtake them again with victories on Saturday. The Steelers face last-placed Manawatu in Palmerston North (kick-off 2.05pm), North Harbour battle the out-of-contention Southland Stags in Invercargill (kick-off 4.35pm) and Canterbury host Waikato in Christchurch (kick-off 7.05pm). Otago, currently on a three-match winning streak, require at least two of the three to lose to remain in the top-eight. At halftime, Otago's quarterfinal hopes were dwindling, dominated in the first half away from home and down 21-10. However, first-five Cameron Millar, who finished with 16 points, sparked the comeback with a 75m intercept try in the 43rd minute. Fullback Finn Hurley sliced through the Northland defensive line in the 57th minute to put the visitors ahead for good, then reserve lock Fabian Holland shunted over after a 5m lineout drive came up just short in the 63rd minute. Northland scored their fourth try through replacement prop Remys Lemisio in the 75th minute, with Rivez Reihana's conversion getting the Taniwha within three, but Otago were able to hold on. Earlier, Northland scored tries through flanker Rob Rush, prop Allan Craig and wing Heremaia Murray to lead by 11 at the break. Flanker Christian Lio-Willie kept Otago in the contest with a 28th-minute try. Otago 31 (Christian Lio-Willie, Cameron Millar, Finn Hurley, Fabian Holland tries; Cameron Millar 4 con, pen) Northland 28 (Rob Rush, AllanCraig, Heremaia Murray, Remsy Lemisio tries; Rivez Reihana 4 con). HT: 10-21

Daniel Hillier is one of the leaders at the DP World Tour's Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in Scotland. His nine-under 63 in the opening round on Thursday (Friday NZ Time) was the top score of the day on the St Andrews Old Course, tied for third at the three-course event, two strokes off the lead. LATEST HEADLINES: Crusaders confirm former Wallaby O'Connor Paulsen PFA Young Footballer of Year Waikato to host Canterbury in FPC final Warriors' Laban in NSW Cup Team of Year Jahrome Hughes claims NRL Dally M Medal Hillier made eagles at both the fifth and 14th holes and birdied at the fourth, seventh and then three consecutive holes from the 10th to 13th. The bogey-free round puts him in a good position for his second round at the Carnoustie course on Friday, teeing off from the 10th hole at 11.23am local time (11.23pm NZT), as he chases a top-70 finish in the Road to Dubai Rankings. The best performer at Carnoustie in the opening round was 12th-placed Jon Rahm, with a seven-under 65. Among fellow Kiwis, Sam Jones is tied for 27th at five-under, while Kazuma Kobori is in a share of 96th after a two-under opening round. Jones made six birdies and one bogey at the St Andrew's Old Course, including four on the back-nine, while Kobori made an eagle, three birdies and three bogeys at Carnoustie, with two bogeys coming in his final four holes. Jones, who needs strong results to push into the top-115 to earn his DP World Tour card for 2025, tees off on Friday from the 10th hole at Carnoustie at 9.22am local time (9.22pm NZT), while Kobori also goes off from the 10th at Kingsbarn Links at 10.50am local time (10.50pm NZT). Meanwhile, in the US, Ryan Fox is tied for 25th after the first round of the PGA Tour's Sanderson Farms Championship in Mississippi. Looking for solid results over the next month to retain his PGA Tour card for 2025, Fox carded a five-under 67 at The Country Club of Jackson on Thursday (Friday NZT) but is still seven strokes off the lead. Fox made a birdie-birdie finish, among seven birdies and two bogeys in his round. He made birdies at the first, fifth, eighth and ninth holes to make the turn at three-under. Compatriot Tim Wilkinson is back in a share of 119th after a two-over 74, featuring a birdie and three bogeys. Both Kiwis will start second rounds on Friday from the 10th hole, with Fox teeing up at 8.05am local time (2.05am Saturday NZT) and Wilkinson getting going at 1.56pm local time (7.56am Saturday NZT).

Has the procession of top-class first-five's ended at the Crusaders, after confirming former Wallaby international James O'Conner for the 2025 season. The 34-year-old is a legend of international rugby, having played 64 tests for Australia and earned more than 120 Super Rugby caps for the Western Force, Melbourne Rebels and most recently the Queensland Reds. LATEST HEADLINES: Paulsen PFA Young Footballer of Year Waikato to host Canterbury in FPC final Warriors' Laban in NSW Cup Team of Year Jahrome Hughes claims NRL Dally M Medal Fonua-Blake doubles up at Dally M Awards He’s scored nearly 250 points for his country and has long been a stand out player both with ball in hand and behind the kicking tee.   A utility back with options across the backline, he’ll join the squad at first five alongside Rivez Reihana and Taha Kemara, providing both on-field expertise and off field mentorship.   “I’m really excited to be joining the Crusaders for the 2025 season and eager to test myself in a new environment,” said O’Connor.   “My whole career I’ve heard so much about the Crusaders culture and innovation. So to experience it first hand and learn a new way of playing the game is something I’m really looking forward to.”   Rob Penney, Crusaders Head Coach, said O’Connor was a “world-class and ambitious athlete”.   “When we heard he was available we reached out as we thought we could offer him something new and challenging,” Penney said.   “We have two exciting and talented 10s in Rivez and Taha, and James brings a level of maturity that we believe will complement them exceptionally well.   “Having played internationally and in a range of overseas competitions, we’re looking forward to what James can bring to our environment from his 17 seasons of professional football.   “He’s also a competitor and ambitious, which will ensure there is weekly competition for the 10 jersey.” The Crusaders finished ninths out of 12 teams in the Super Rugby Pacific competition.

The Heartland Championship's Meads Cup semifinals are almost set after another round of big scores. The competition’s top-four - South Canterbury, Whanganui, Thames Valley and Mid Canterbury - all posted wins in Round 7, with three of the four teams scoring 59 points or more away from home. LATEST HEADLINES: Hillier challenges for lead at Dunhill Links Crusaders confirm ex Wallaby O'Connor Paulsen PFA Young Footballer of the Year Waikato to host Canterbury in FPC final Jahrome Hughes claims Dally M Medal Whanganui and Thames Valley confirmed their top-four spots, with wins over Horowhenua Kapiti and Poverty Bay, respectively. The Butcher Boys went to Levin Domain and ran in 12 tries in a 72-28 win. Veteran Samu Kubunavanua, centre Ethan Robinson and wing Josaia Bogileka each scored two tries, while six others also crossed, including Tyler Rogers-Holden, who also booted six conversions. The Swamp Foxes were equally ruthless in taking out Poverty Bay 71-17 in Gisborne, while Mid Canterbury were too much for Buller to handle in Westport, winning 59-14. The only top-four side not to crack a half-century was defending champions South Canterbury, who reopened their redeveloped Fraser Park in Timaru after three years with a 32-15 victory over East Coast. With their 38th straight Heartland victory, the Green and Blacks guaranteed themselves a home semifinal. Below the top-four, King Country secured at least a Lochore Cup semifinal berth with a 32-17 win over North Otago in Te Kuiti. The Rams sit just two points behind Mid Canterbury, ready to pounce should the Hammers slip up against Poverty Bay in the final round. West Coast, despite losing 38-31 to Wairarapa Bush, and Horowhenua Kapiti too are guaranteed Lochore Cup semifinal spots, with Wairarapa Bush and Buller still an outside chance. HEARTLAND CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS - ROUND 7 Mid Canterbury 59 Buller 14 Whanganui 72 Horowhenua Kapiti 28 King Country 32 North Otago 17 Thames Valley 71 Poverty Bay 17 South Canterbury 32 East Coast 15 Wairarapa Bush 38 West Coast 31 HEARTLAND CHAMPIONSHIP FIXTURES - ROUND 8 East Coast vs Wairarapa Bush, Ruatoria Mid Canterbury vs Poverty Bay, Ashburton North Otago vs Buller, Oamaru Thames Valley vs Horowhenua Kapiti, Thames West Coast vs South Canterbury, Greymouth Whanganui vs King Country, Whanganui