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From Super Rugby and NRL to the Bunnings NPC and grassroots club rugby, Line Speed Sports delivers sharp, timely and engaging match coverage and sports content across New Zealand.

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Professional Sports Journalism

Whether you're a diehard sports fan, a club administrator, or part of the wider media industry, Line Speed Sports delivers reliable coverage and editorial content that captures the emotion, energy, and narrative behind every match.

Meet Corban Boyd

I’m the writer behind Line Speed Sports, a one-man operation fuelled by a love for the game and a commitment to telling stories that matter. I hold a Diploma in Freelance Sports Journalism from the New Zealand Institute of Business Studies, and I’ve been published in Hawke’s Bay Today and written for the Blues, Hawkes Bay Magpies, and Hawke’s Bay Rugby Union.

What I Offer

  • Match Reports – Detailed recaps for union & league

  • Game Day Coverage – Live or post-match stories

  • Player Features & Profiles

  • Club Content – Milestones, announcements, and grassroots events

  • Digital Copy – Articles for websites, emails, and social media

Who I Work With

  • Rugby union & rugby league clubs

  • Sports fans & followers

  • Media teams needing freelance support

  • Regional competitions & community sport leaders

  • Digital marketers seeking strong sports content

Why Line Speed Sports?

  • Experience across NZ’s top rugby competitions

  • Trusted by major teams and local unions

  • One point of contact – fast and direct communication

  • Deadline-driven, accurate, and professional

  • Passionate about New Zealand rugby and sport

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