Christopher Reive is a Specialist Multimedia Sports Journalist for New Zealand’s Herald. Covering the world of sport is his definition of living the dream.
I’m Christopher Reive and I have been a journalist since 2015. During my high school years, it became clear I should pursue a career that required me to write; being able to construct a decent essay, and not being all that good at a whole lot else. The opportunities and excitement journalism presented made it the clear path for me to follow. I got my start in the game in 2011 volunteering with entertainment magazine Rip It Up while I was in my first year of completing a BA at the University of Waikato, and went on to complete a post-graduate diploma in journalism at Wintec. My first full-time journalism job was as a general reporter with my hometown paper, the Taranaki Daily News, in 2015. I quickly jumped at an opportunity to move to the sports desk in early 2016, before joining the Herald sport team in Auckland in 2017. An avid fan of most sports, I have never wanted to pigeonhole myself as a sport-specific writer, and I have been fortunate to cover a wide range of codes since joining the Herald. For me, the opportunity to tell the stories of our country’s top athletes and teams will always be a privilege. I’ve covered some of the country’s biggest sporting moments in the past five years, from being cage-side to report on UFC championship victories to the Olympics Games; the America’s Cup to international rugby and league fixtures. Covering the world of sport, for me, is the definition of living the dream and getting to know the personalities behind the performances is a special, special thing.
Auckland Tuatara streaking toward ABL playoffs
The Auckland Tuatara have won the last 11 ABL games at North Harbour Stadium.
Massive blow for UFC Auckland as fan favourite withdraws
The UFC told the Herald they are looking to find a replacement fighter for the bout.
Why Auckland Tuatara star has MLB clubs excited
'Koenig is a big name that's getting some interest…there's several teams looking at him.'
Auckland to get America's Cup taster before 2021 regatta
Auckland will host the final leg of the America's Cup World Series.
Auckland Tuatara firm as playoff contenders after impressive series win
The Auckland Tuatara are second in their division after four weeks.
'There will be blood': Why UFC Auckland main event has extra meaning
"Someone's getting hurt, I can tell you that. There will be blood, there will be blood."
Emotions run high as Auckland Tuatara season begins
The Auckland Tuatara were beaten on an emotional night at QBE Stadium.
A baseball first? The Auckland Tuatara's radical decision
The Auckland side is set to venture into the centre of one of baseball's greatest debates.
Retirement can wait: Tuatara bring back ex-MLB star
Last year's club player of the year will return to the Auckland Tuatara.
The Strikeout Kid returns to Auckland Tuatara
The Auckland Tuatara have re-signed Kiwi Philadelphia Phillies prospect Kyle Glogoski.
Who's that halfback? Warriors drop youngster in the deep end
Long seen as the team's apprentice half, Chanel Harris-Tavita gets his chance to shine.
Team NZ sink speculation: 'No Challenger has withdrawn'
Contrary to reports, no challenger has withdrawn from the America's Cup.
Fantastic Four: Ioane bags four as Blues top Sunwolves
Rieko Ioane starred in an emotional win for the Blues in Albany.
Kiwi UFC star's warning for next opponent
"I don't have to motivate myself for a fist-fight – that's just something I enjoy doing."
Baseball star's legend reborn in Auckland
Every wave eventually crumbles, and John Holdzkom's closed out quickly.
Team NZ accept fifth America's Cup challenge
Two new challengers for the America's Cup have been accepted in the last 24 hours.
Star winger in the eye of the Hurricanes
Salesi Rayasi could be on his way home for the 2019 Super Rugby season.
Player ratings: Kangaroos v Tonga
Young Kangaroos quickly find their feet in second match of new era.
What sports will fill Auckland's new Waterfront Stadium?
It's time for Auckland to look for a summer code.
'Black c***': Racism and punch alleged in Auckland football fight
A spectator who charged the pitch during a football match allegedly hurled racial abuse.
Auckland's new baseball team revealed
New Zealand's newest club will share a name with the country's oldest surviving species.
Dan Hooker: 'I can't be the craziest guy in the UFC'
Who would've thought it'd be hard to find a guy in the UFC who wants to punch your face?
How a lack of faith reignited the Warriors' fire
Christopher Reive: The Warriors have thrived despite going into the season under the radar
Ex-MLB star signs on with Kiwi ABL team
Baseball New Zealand are bringing another ex-MLB pitcher down under for the ABL season.
Michael van Gerwen's parting praise for Kiwis
Michael van Gerwen cruised to his maiden Auckland Darts Masters title at the weekend.
NZ baseball's 12 days of Christmas
The country's first professional team to play 12 games in Auckland before the year's end
Kiwis ready to take on darts exponents
"There's so much talent here that a lot of people don't even know about."
UFC's new Kiwi: 'It's a movement right now'
Kai Kara-France is taking his knockout power to the UFC.
Another Kiwi earns UFC contract
Kai Kara France is the fifth New Zealand-based fighter to sign with the UFC.