The Local Game

The Local Game

Sport Nation

The Local Game is your weekly dive into the people, stories, and passions that drive grassroots sport across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Hosted by Andy Thompson, each episode shines a spotlight on the unsung heroes, big match-ups, and burning issues shaping the local sporting landscape.
From muddy sidelines to community milestones, this is where the heart of Kiwi sport beats loudest on Sport Nation.

  • No. of episodes: 111
  • Latest episode: 2026-02-06
  • Sports

Where can you listen?

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Episodes

Questions & Answers

How many episodes are there of The Local Game?

There are 111 episodes avaiable of The Local Game.

What is The Local Game about?

We have categorized The Local Game as:

  • Sports

Where can you listen to The Local Game?

The Local Game is available, among others places, on:

  • Spotify
  • Apple Podcasts
  • Podtail
  • Google Podcasts

When did The Local Game start?

The first episode of The Local Game that we have available was released 9 August 2025.

Who creates the podcast The Local Game?

The Local Game is produced and created by Sport Nation.