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From the Plains to the Pitch

From the Plains to the Pitch

From the foggy fields of Ngatea to the roar of matchday, From the Plains to the Pitch brings you the stories, characters, and chaos of Hauraki Plains Football Club — home of the mighty Wolves. Hosted by manager Matt, coach Jack, and player/producer Alex, this is your weekly dose of grassroots football with heart, humour, and a side of sausage rolls. Each episode features match insights, club history, junior highlights, banter from the dressing room, and interviews with players, coaches, and legends

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01:26:46

Movember Madness - Episode 11

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/11/09

In this special Movember episode, Matt, Jack, and Alex sit down with Robert Dunne, the Country Lead for Movember New Zealand, to talk about men’s health, community, and the power of conversation.Robert shares what it’s like leading one of the world’s biggest men’s health movements, some unforgettable stories from Movember’s early days, and how family and sport continue to shape his approach to wellbeing.The team dives into how physical activity helps men open up, why checking in on your mates

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01:05:17

Falling in Love with Sport - Episode 10

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/11/04

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT | Falling in Love with Sport 💬This week on From The Plains to The Pitch we’re joined by someone who truly embodies passion, balance, and leadership both on and off the field. Natalie O’Neil — Thames Valley Vixen, women’s rugby advocate, and this year’s Players’ Player and Rookie of the Year in the Waikato Women’s Development Competition — shares her story of:💪 Becoming a role model for young women🐄 Swapping the deputy principal’s desk for the dairy farm🏉 The rise of women’s

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00:01:36

EP-10 Preview

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/11/04

🎙️ NEW EPISODE PREVIEW | Falling in Love with Sport 💬This week on From The Plains to The Pitch we’re joined by someone who truly embodies passion, balance, and leadership both on and off the field. Natalie O’Neil — Thames Valley Vixen, women’s rugby advocate, and this year’s Players’ Player and Rookie of the Year in the Waikato Women’s Development Competition — shares her story of:💪 Becoming a role model for young women🐄 Swapping the deputy principal’s desk for the dairy farm🏉 The rise of

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01:10:52

MATES Matter - Episode 9

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/10/26

This week, we sit down with Craig Bulloch, founder of MATES Matter NZ, for an honest and deeply personal conversation about mental health, resilience, and the power of connection.Craig opens up about his early life, the illusion of success, and the difficult moments that led him to the edge — and how his brother’s actions saved his life. Together, we talk about how sport and physical exercise can be powerful tools for managing mental wellbeing, and why opening up matters more than ever.This episode

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01:03:52

Sporting Whānau - Episode 8

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/09/19

Episode 8 – Adam Matete: Family, Footy & FoodPresented by Laser Electrical and Paton KitchensThis week on From the Plains to the Pitch we welcome Adam Matete — a true local legend. Adam has lived and breathed team sport his whole life. A passionate rugby league coach, proud family man, and advocate for junior sport, Adam brings a wealth of experience both on and off the field.In this episode, Adam shares his story of growing up in the Hauraki Plains, how sport shaped his youth, and the lessons

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00:02:57

EP8-TEASER

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/09/19

Episode 8 – Adam Matete: Family, Footy & FoodPresented by Laser Electrical and Paton KitchensThis week we’re joined by local legend Adam Matete — rugby league coach, family man, and passionate advocate for junior sport. Born and raised in Ngatea, Adam shares his story of growing up in the community, the role sport has played throughout his life, and why team culture is so important both on and off the field.We also dive into family, coaching, and his love for rugby league.It’s heartfelt, fun,

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01:08:45

Junior Special - Episode 7

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/09/02

Episode 7 – Junior SpecialPresented by Paton Kitchens NgateaThis week we sit down with Liam Gordon, Wolves goalkeeper and club captain, to hear about his junior football journey and the experiences that shaped him into a leader today.We also head pitchside for the final junior football weekend of the season, with the Lions, Tigers, and Hawks all playing at home. Expect the sounds of the sideline as we chat with players, parents, coaches, and supporters about their season highlights, challenges, and

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01:05:44

Lached in the den - Episode 6

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/08/19

This week we’re joined by Wolves midfielder Lachlan McHaffie — a lifelong football fan, team leader at the local council, and proud Arsenal supporter. Lachy sits down with us to reflect on the Wolves’ season, what football means to him, and how leadership on and off the pitch goes hand in hand.We also cover:🐺 A full review of the Wolves’ 2024 season, including the recent 0–0 draw with Melville Dreadnaughts🧒 Junior Corner – highlights from across the club’s youth teams🧠 The Switched On Challenge

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01:32:38

A Career in Football - Episode 5

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/08/12

🎧 Episode 5: Where Football Meets the FuturePresented by Paton Kitchens NgateaThis week, we’re recording on the road at Hauraki Plains College — our local school for students aged 13–18 — to explore how sport, education, and career pathways all connect.We’re joined by:🏫 Jono — Deputy Head at HPC and Wolves first-team player🎓 Pippa Lawlor — Careers Advisor at HPCTogether, we discuss:⚽ How school sport helps shape strong mindsets🧠 The role of education in building resilience📈 Career opportunities

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00:01:03

EP5-TEASER

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/08/12

This week, we’re taking From the Plains to the Pitch back to school — literally. 🏫⚽We sit down at Hauraki Plains College with Deputy Head (and Wolves player) Jono and Careers Advisor Pippa Lawlor to talk:🎯 How sport shapes young people🧠 Building strong mindsets through education📈 Career pathways in and around footballThen we switch gears with a deep dive into the professional game — chatting to Carl Edwards, Football Analyst at Auckland FC, about:🔍 The world of match analysis📊 How his career

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01:11:48

Football & Family - Episode 4

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/08/05

🎧 Episode 4: Football and FamilyPresented by Laser Electrical NgateaThis week, we’re joined by one of the most football-mad families around — the Rawnsleys. Mum Sarah manages our U12 Pythons, Liam plays in the junior squad, and older brother James now suits up for Kaimai Rangers.In this episode:👨‍👩‍👦 The ups and downs of managing a junior football team⚽️ What it's like growing up in a football family🧠 Coaching advice and youth football culture🎯 Our Switched On Challenge — trivia, laughs,

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00:01:14

EP-4 TEASER

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/08/04

This week, we’re joined by one of the most football-mad families around — the Rawnsleys. Mum Sarah manages our U12 Pythons, Liam plays in the junior squad, and older brother James now suits up for Kaimai Rangers.In this episode:👨‍👩‍👦 The ups and downs of managing a junior football team⚽️ What it's like growing up in a football family🧠 Coaching advice and youth football culture🎯 Our Switched On Challenge — trivia, laughs, and teamwork🐺 A look back at the Wolves’ latest fixture vs Huntly

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01:00:29

Developing The Game - Episode 3

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/07/29

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Scott and Natalie from WaiBOP Football to explore what it takes to develop the game from the ground up — in clubs, communities, and classrooms across the region.We dive into:Coaching juniors vs seniorsProgression for coaches and referees in NZ footballGrowing the women’s game and keeping girls in footballBuilding strong, inclusive club cultureCareers around football — from admin to analysisAlso in this episode:🐺 A 2–0 away win in the Weekly Wolves Review🦁

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00:01:13

EP-3 TEASER

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/07/28

🎧 Episode 3: Developing the GameScott and Natalie from WaiBOP Football join us to talk coaching pathways, women’s football, grassroots growth, and building better clubs. Plus: our Wolves match review, junior highlights, and the Switched On Challenge powered by Laser Electrical Ngatea.Presented by PATON Kitchens

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01:08:21

We've Gone Global - Episode 2

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/07/22

In this episode, we sit down with Auckland City FC defender Alfie Rogers to hear how a grassroots footballer found himself playing on the global stage at six FIFA Club World Cups. Alfie shares his development journey, the demands of international club football, and the lessons that started on local soil.We also bring you:– Juniors Corner: match recaps and standout young players– The Switched On Challenge, presented by Laser Electrical Ngatea– The On The Whistle Quiz: fast-paced football trivia– Plus

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00:01:28

EP-2 TEASER

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/07/21

From muddy boots to the biggest stage in club football. ⚽️🌍This week we’re joined by Auckland City FC’s Alfie Rogers, who shares how he went from grassroots beginnings to competing at six FIFA Club World Cups — representing his club on a global stage.Honest, inspiring, and packed with insight for any player chasing big goals from small towns. - Listen to this teaser. Full episode launches this Wednesday!

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00:57:39

How It All Began - EPISODE 1

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/07/15

In our very first episode of From the Plains to the Pitch, we dig into the 41-year story of Hauraki Plains FC — from its grassroots beginnings in 1984 as a junior-only club to launching its first senior men’s team in 2023.Joining us is Wolves centre-back, junior coach, and all-round club legend Phil J. We talk about his journey from the backline to the sidelines, coaching our U12 all-girls team, and what it means to be part of something bigger than football.We also relive the first part of our

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00:01:10

EP-1 TEASER

From the Plains to the Pitch ·

2025/07/13

Our story starts here. 🐺⚽️41 years of history, a brand new senior men’s team, and one man who’s been at the heart of both — centre back, junior coach, and proud Wolves dad Phil J joins us for the very first episode of From the Plains to the Pitch.📻 Real voices from the past🟰 Honest chats about building something from the ground up💬 Coaching, community, and club culture🔌 Plus: our first Switched On Quiz — powered by Laser Electrical Ngatea🎧 Full episode drops this Wednesday.Watch, share, and

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