Full Credit
Les and Alice live for women's rugby and know it's about time our community got the coverage we deserve.Former Black Fern captain Les Elder and sports journalist Alice Soper are teaming up to make sure women's rugby gets full credit.
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Rugby's Newest Rivalry (opens the original)
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The Black Ferns and Springbok Women go head to head! Les Elder and Alice Soper take a closer look at rugby’s newest rivalry and the wider context surrounding it. While the game itself may not have delivered the spectacle they were hoping for, the conversation goes far beyond the scoreline. Les and Alice reflect on the evolution of the women’s game, the expectation for teams to keep pushing the boundaries, and the moments that can turn a match into something unforgettable. They also discuss the d
Ten Tries, Three Debutants & A Lot to Like (opens the original)
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It’s a big week for women’s rugby, and there’s plenty for Alice Soper and Les Elder to get stuck into. Australia finally has a new coach, Fijiana have one too, and New Zealand Rugby is putting more into its women’s game — both on the coaching side and with the naming of the Black Ferns and Black Ferns XV squads. Alice and Les break down the selections, including the players who were unlucky to miss out, before looking at all the positives from a ten-try performance against the Wallaroos. Three d
Aupiki Awards, Aussie Shake-Up & Our Black Ferns XV (opens the original)
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This week on Full Credit, Alice gets Les and special guest Chelsea Semple (Black Fern #173) up to speed on the latest developments across the Tasman, including the ongoing coaching changes in Australian rugby and the appointment of a new director. Could it signal a fresh direction for the Wallaroos? The trio then dives into the 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki season, reflecting on the standout moments, biggest stories, and the players who made the biggest impact. They name an MVP from each Aupiki team b
The Ultimate Fan Day & The Biggest Final Yet (opens the original)
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Alice Soper and Les Elder say goodbye to the Hurricanes Poua and Chiefs Manawa, celebrating the standout moments, biggest performances, and lasting memories from their 2026 campaigns. Alice also shares what was undoubtedly the ultimate fan experience at the Poua match and why it made for such a special day. Attention then turns to the finalists, as the Blues finally found their rhythm at the perfect time to book their place in the championship decider. Standing in their way are Matatū, who will
Timaru Turns the Table (opens the original)
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Timaru delivered the match of the season as the Hurricanes Poua continued their fairytale run, claiming their third consecutive win – while ending Matatū's unbeaten campaign in a dramatic upset. Les Elder and Alice Soper break down the moments that defined a thrilling contest, from game-changing plays to the individual performances that swung momentum. Was this the performance that finally announced the Poua as genuine contenders? With just one round remaining, the finals picture couldn't be tig
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