Best Houston Sabercats Podcasts (2024)

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College Rugby at its Finest (ft. John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning) 28:20

17d ago28:20

28:20

The 2024 CRC's did not disappoint. A uniquely American tournament format featured a "win and advance" style of bracket, and the excitement that came with the high stakes was exhilarating. Premier Division - 1st Place: Wheeling Back in January, Aaron Juma and Joe Iye led the Great Lakes NCR all star team to a cup final in Round Rock Texas. The two p…

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US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE has moved! Where? Find out! 1:23

1M ago1:23

1:23

Big news coming! Starting today, future episodes of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE can be found only on the US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Podcast channel. We created some confusion by posting the show on both Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast and US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE. Why are we doing this? Well, we have some great news to share very soon about that, so stay tuned…

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USA Rugby & MLR Season Updates - Ryan Ye 1:00:16

2M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John update listeners on the latest USA Rugby news, including the women playing South Africa this weekend, USA Men vs Scotland tickets on salem and, Ryan Ye joins in to share his thoughts on the first 4 weeks of the MLR season; which teams are hot, and which are not. And, who to look out for on eac…

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USA Eagle & Queensland Reds Forward, Charli Jacoby 34:18

2M ago34:18

34:18

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill and John are joined by USA Eagle and the latest addition to the Queensland Reds Super Rugby squad, Charli Jacoby. In a hilarious episode, Charli talks about making that move to Australia for club rugby, her Reds teammates and style of play than she is used to playing, and what about h…

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Houston SaberCats’ Davy Coetzer 29:45

2M ago29:45

29:45

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John welcomed Houston SaberCats Flyhalf, Davy Coetzer, to catch up on Houston’s season, one of only two teams remaining in MLR undefeated, albeit early in the season. Also, we talk about his Houston teammates, and what are Davy’s international plans? Does he have USA Eagles’ plans once qualified? B…

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Uproar, an interview by Bill Baker with Directors Hamish Bennett and Paul Middleditch 26:36

1M ago26:36

26:36

In this bonus interview, Bill Baker sits down with the directors of the film, Uproar, starring Minnie Driver, Rhys Darby and Julian Dennison. Hamish Bennett and Paul Middleditch talk about the story behind the film and working with the incredible cast. Uproar is set in New Zealand in 1981, when the arrival of the South African Springboks sets off n…

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FreeJacks Tripped and Fell (ft. Bozo6 of the Jacks Rangers) 29:28

2M ago29:28

29:28

After winning 14 straight, the defending champs lost at the death in their home opener against rival Old Glory D.C. Jason Robertson was clutch down the stretch and drilled the game winning kick with no time on the clock. It was truly a game winning conversion (they were down 1, not tied), and it silenced a rowdy crowd in Quincy. Not only did Robert…

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Utah Warriors #UnleashYourInnerWarrior 8:30

2M ago8:30

8:30

Historical Record: 32-42-3Week 1 Result: 22-15 loss to HoustonSkinny: The Utah Warriors have always been an MLR staple. There's no prettier backdrop than the snow kissed mountains just west of Zions Bank Stadium in Herriman Utah. The Warriors will be missing legend Lance Williams as he pursues Olympic dreams with the Eagle 7's, but they won't lack …

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Seattle Seawolves #TheHuntForNumber3 9:17

2M ago9:17

9:17

Historical Record: 43-33-1Week 1 Result: 25-19 win against San DiegoSkinny: The Orcas in the Pacific Northwest have been known to be some of the most intelligent hunters in the ocean. The rugby team also knows how to hunt down playoff appearances and has posted a 7-2 playoff record over their history. They have only missed the playoffs once in 2021…

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San Diego Legion #LeGenerationX 9:42

2M ago9:42

9:42

Historical Record: 51-25-1Week 1 Result: 25-19 loss to SeattleSkinny: The team may have some of the last Generation X professional rugby players on the squad, but don't forget that age is just a number. After all, 40's are the new 30's, right? Ma'a Nonu and Matt Giteau want nothing more than the MLR Shield and won't stop until it reaches the sunny …

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Rugby FCLA #BlueOaks 8:29

2M ago8:29

8:29

Historical Record: 0-0Week 1 Result: 32-29 loss vs. DallasSkinny: Atlanta packs up and moves to the sunny hills of Los Angeles. Coach Steve Brett brings with him the core of the players that won a fair share of games as the RATLers. But just like the phoenix who rose from the ashes, Rugby FCLA arises with vibrant colors! The royal blue and tinge of…

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Houston SaberCats #CatScratchFever 6:49

2M ago6:49

6:49

Historical Record: 29-48 (5.5 Seasons)Week 1 Result: 22-15 win over UtahSkinny: After a tough couple years of predominantly losing, it seems like Houston has turned a corner (or a roundabout?) ... Coach Pote Human ain't taking no guff from opposing teams, and has delivered the squad to playoffs in back to back years.... only to be ousted by Seattle…

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Dallas Jackals #JackalAllTrades 8:06

2M ago8:06

8:06

Historical Record: 2-30 (2 Seasons)Week 1 Result: 32-29 win over Rugby FC Los AngelesSkinny: So Dallas hasn't been great so far ... no better time than now for a change. Sam Golla may be the best draft pick since the inception of the collegiate draft. The #JackalAllTrades already earned his way onto the Eagles and is now a Jackal Co-Capt. too. A we…

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Old Glory DC #OGMD 5:33

2M ago5:33

5:33

Historical Record: 20-31-2 (3.5 Seasons)Week 1 Result: 18-6 loss to NOLA GoldSkinny: Moving on from Segra Field is a definite win. While the new pitch is still a ways out there, it boasts a beautiful grass surface with an accurately sized bowl for 5k fans. It's their 3rd venue since inception and they've finally checked off all three parts of the D…

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NOLA Gold #NawlThatGlittersIsGold 6:35

2M ago6:35

6:35

Historical Record: 36-40-1 (5.5 Seasons)Week 1 Result: 18-6 win over Old Glory DCSkinny: NOLA in a big year as they look to not only make the playoffs, but host a match in July. They have the glitz and glamour to get there, but after white knuckle defensive performance against OGDC down in the Gold Mine, it just might be DEFENSE that sees them thro…

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New England FreeJacks #RepeatOrDie 7:10

2M ago7:10

7:10

Historical Record: 38-15 (3.5 Seasons)Week 1 Result: 46-13 win over AnthemSkinny: Reigning Champs, and currently riding a 13 game winning streak dating back to April of 2023. There is no hotter team in the MLR so surely the pressure is on to repeat as champions. With Fort Quincy as host to the best stadium environment on the East Coast, teams will …

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Houston SaberCats’ Seth Smith 27:41

2M ago27:41

27:41

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John welcomed Houston SaberCats Seth Smith, the week after making his MLR debut, making him the youngest to ever suit up in the MLR. Seth, with a level head on his shoulders, is cherishing the moment, understanding how important his debut is to the Houstoun youth rugby scene, and we also talk about…

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Anthem Rugby Charlotte Inaugural Match Recap - Scott Lawrence, Alama Ieremia, David Still & Tom Kindley 24:53

2M ago24:53

24:53

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill and John recap Anthem Rugby Carolina’s inaugural match against the Free Jacks, including interviews with USA Head Coach, Scott Lawrence, Anthem Head Coach & USA Assistant Coach, Alama Ieremia, Anthem Wing, David Still and New England’s Tom Kindley about Anthem, what it means to the gr…

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Miami Sharks #ArgentinaNorth 7:47

2M ago7:47

7:47

Historical Record: 0-0Week 1 Result: 23-19 Loss to ChicagoSkinny: What's sexier than buying a professional franchise in a destination city and branding it pink? Sounds like our late Giltinis, but this squad has an ownership group (see above) that isn't fucking around. You don't wear those tinted shades to a media event and not make a splash! With a…

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Chicago Hounds #ReleaseTheHounds 6:59

2M ago6:59

6:59

Historical Record: 3-13 (1 Season)Week 1 Result: 23-19 win over MiamiSkinny: Chicago has the weapons to do some damage in the East. They absorbed talent from New York and have a total of 16 Internationally capped players. How do you follow up a season with a lot of losses? By winning. It's also important they grow their fan base in year 2 and put m…

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Anthem Rugby Carolinas #Nueroplasticity 8:53

2M ago8:53

8:53

Historical Record: 0-0Week 1 Result: 46-13 Loss to New England Free JacksSkinny: This team was put together in the final minutes of the offseason. Any wins would be outstanding considering the short timeline they were put together. World Rugby has agreed to fund the team for four years, and shows a commitment to a partnership between MLR, USA Rugby…

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Death, Survival & Rebirth - MLR 2024 5:08

3M ago5:08

5:08

Two teams folded (for now). One team packed up and relocated to the sunny hills of L.A. Another new team in the Queen City with a focus on young American MLR minutes. After Glendale came and went, followed by Gilly-Gate, did anyone actually think the MLR Front Office timeline could get any wackier?Yet here we are. Year 7 loading and the shield has …

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2024 MLR Season Preview & USA Rugby Updates 58:41

3M ago58:41

58:41

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John bring on MLR Stats Guru, James Deeley, to preview the 2024 Major League Rugby season, kicking off this weekend. Who’s the favorite to win it all? How will the new teams, RFCLA, Miami and Anthem do? RFCLA, piggybacking off HSBC 7s and USA Rugby, will that bring us a record crowd for their first…

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USA Women’s 7s Head Coach, Emilie Bydwell 32:16

3M ago32:16

32:16

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Women’s 7s Head Coach, Emilie Bydwell, missed out on Vancouver sushi to join Bill & John to talk about the Vancouver & LA HSBC Stops, preparing for the final leg leading up to the Paris Olympics. Is Emilie getting goosebumps thinking about floating down the Seine in the opening ceremonies? You can als…

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Happy Hour Tap Room - Foam Brewers & Evolution Craft Brewing Company 6:11

3M ago6:11

6:11

“Fermentation may have been a greater discovery than fire.” – David Rains Wallace In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take one for the team… or many. 🍺 All That …

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USA Eagle #517 & The Rugby Rundown’s Will Hooley 48:32

3M ago48:32

48:32

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Will Hooley, USA Eagle #517 and co-host of The Rugby Rundown, joined Bill and John to talk about his new show, airing on The Rugby Network, MLR, USA Rugby and more. Which MLR team looks the strongest going into the new season? What does USA Rugby’s future look like with the help of Anthem Rugby Carolina. …

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Happy Hour Tap Room - Old Dominion Brewhouse & Coastal Mass. Brewing 4:49

3M ago4:49

4:49

“He who drinks beer sleeps well. he who sleeps well cannot sin. He who does not sin goes to heaven. Amen.” —Unknown monk In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take…

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USA Eagle & Anthem Rugby Carolina’s Jake Turnbull 36:54

3M ago36:54

36:54

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle & Anthem Rugby Carolina’s Jake Turnbull joined Bill & John to discuss leaving the Seattle Seawolves and joining the newest Major League Rugby franchise, Anthem Rugby Carolina. Jake also talks about his new teammates, what it would mean to be the ‘old guy’ on the roster and who is he rooting for …

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Happy Hour Tap Room - Right Proper Brewing Company & Salt Flats Brewery 3:57

4M ago3:57

3:57

“Fermentation may have been a greater discovery than fire.” – David Rains Wallace In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take one for the team… or many. 🍺 Raised By…

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USRPA Steering Committee Member, Seattle Seawolves’ Mason Pedersen 32:54

4M ago32:54

32:54

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Seattle Seawolves tighthead prop, Mason Pedersen, who sits on the United States Rugby Players Association (USRPA) talks to Bill and John about the ground breaking news about the deal between Major League Rugby and its players. What does it mean for the player’s security, health and what input will they pl…

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Happy Hour Tap Room - Treehouse Brewing & Solace Outpost 4:57

4M ago4:57

4:57

“On victory, you deserve beer, in defeat, you need it.” —Napoleon In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take one for the team… or many. 🍺 Very Jalagreeño by Treeho…

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USA Rugby General Manager of High Performance, Tamara Sheppard: Anthem Rugby Carolina 33:59

4M ago33:59

33:59

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Rugby General Manager of High Performance, Tamara Sheppard joins Bill and John to talk about the newest MLR franchise, Anthem Rugby Carolina and its importance to the American game’s growth on an international stage. Mirroring the Fiji Drua side, World Rugby has invested in USA Rugby’s growth leading …

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USA Women’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka 46:08

4M ago46:08

46:08

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, the new USA Women’s XV’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, joined Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick to talk about taking over the program, his goals for the team, the 2024 calendar and so much more. Also, who is Coach Fukofuka? Find out about his past rugby experiences. Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on…

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US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Season Kickoff.... soft launch! with Bill Baker & John Fitzpatrick 53:14

4M ago53:14

53:14

Season 4 is upon us and Bill & John unveil a "new" show! This episode is a soft launch of Season 4, testing out the video functions while talking about Season 3 of the show, the year past in rugby, and the year to come in 2024. Lots of chat about new MLR teams, new jerseys and much more!By eaglesoverseas

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US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Ilona Maher 26:58

5M ago26:58

26:58

Here’s another Best of episode of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE… Way back in May of 2023, we touched base with USA 7s star, and quite the social media influencer, Ilona Maher. Ilona was still recovering from a leg injury and anxious to get back on the circuit, looks back on her career thus far, including being named to the World Rugby Dream Team and her…

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US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Rachel Johnson & Mata Hingano 28:15

5M ago28:15

28:15

As we continue to look back at the year in US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Fitzy and I experimented with a new jingle for the show.. We think it’s grammy award winning type stuff… The best money free AI can get you… and the two guests in today’s Best of episode agreed! Rachel Johnson and Mata Hingano joined us from South Africa right in the middle of the…

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US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Ryan Matyas & Dino Waldren 1:07:14

5M ago1:07:14

1:07:14

US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Ryan Matyas & Dino Waldren In another MUST-LISTEN TO episode, Retired USA Eagles, Ryan and Dino relive hilarious stories of firsts, lasts, big wins, bad losses, pub visits, babies and post-rugby playing days to come. Nicknames alone will leave you on the floor laughing... Curry Dog, Scam Dolan, Robocop & The Winne…

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US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - USA Men’s Head Coach, Scott Lawrence 35:03

5M ago35:03

35:03

On this Best of 2023 episode, we bring you USA Men's Rugby Interim Head Coach, Scott Lawrence. Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick chatted with Scott after winning the VILA International Rugby Cup in Spain. Scott had a ton to share about ending the year on a high and how does he rate himself as head coach? We also talk about the current player pool, pr…

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Happy Hour Tap Room - Atlas Brew Works & Garage Project/Trillium Brewing 5:11

5M ago5:11

5:11

US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room - Atlas Brew Works & Garage Project/Trillium Brewing “We should look for someone to eat and drink with before looking for something to eat and drink.” – Epicurus In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the s…

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Former Ironworker & USA Eagle, Nate Brakeley | December 13th, 2023 35:22

5M ago35:22

35:22

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Former Rugby New York Ironworker and USA Eagle, Nate Brakeley joined Bill and John to talk about his retirement from the game, going out on top, leading USA to victory in the Vila International Rugby Cup, the future of the Eagles and the demise of Rugby New York. Follow @eaglesoverseas and…

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Happy Hour Tap Room - Other Half Brewing Co. & Dogfish Head Craft Brewing 4:43

5M ago4:43

4:43

“The mouth of a perfectly happy man is filled with beer.” – Ancient Egyptian Wisdom, 2200 B.C. In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take one for the team… or many…

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USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday | December 6th, 2023 43:05

5M ago43:05

43:05

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday joined Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick from Cape Town, South Africa as both the men’s and women’s programs prepare for Cape Town 7s, and more importantly, the Paris Olympics in 2024. Mike also shared a ton about his love for hats, the young guns of the …

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Happy Hour Tap Room - Lost Generation Brewing Company & Mast Landing Brewing Co. 6:34

6M ago6:34

6:34

“I would kill everyone in this room for a drop of sweet beer.” – Homer Simpson In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take one for the team… or many. 🍺 Dying Moons …

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USA Eagles Men’s Head Coach, Scott Lawrence | November 29th, 2023 46:23

6M ago46:23

46:23

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Men’s Interim Head Coach Scott Lawrence joined Bill & John to talk about his first year at the helm of the men’s program, the ups and downs, the importance of winning the VILA International cup, the Eagle’s player pool and so much more! Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitt…

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USA 7s Star, Madison Hughes | November 29th, 2023 29:47

6M ago29:47

29:47

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA 7s star, Madison Hughes, joined Bill & John to talk about his return to the 7s circuit, making the team for his 3rd Olympic Games, new and old teammates, and much more! Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news. Show Link…

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USA Eagle & San Diego Legion Wing, Nate Augspurger | November 15th, 2023 27:42

6M ago27:42

27:42

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle and San Diego Legion’s Nate Augspurger joined Bill & John to talk USA Rugby, defeating Brazil and preparing for Spain in the VILA International Rugby Cup finals this weekend, and San Diego Legion’s chances to get back to the MLR Finals in 2024. Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymo…

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Happy Hour Tap Room - City-State Brewing & North Coast Brewing Company 5:07

6M ago5:07

5:07

"Whoever thought rugby & beer would go together?" - Dan Lyle In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take one for the team… or many. 🍺 Featherduster by City-State Br…

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USA Eagle & Coventry Rugby’s Paddy Ryan | November 8th, 2023 34:15

6M ago34:15

34:15

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle and Coventry Rugby’s Paddy Ryan joined Bill and John to talk about USA Rugby, becoming an Eagle via LinkedIn, USA’s upcoming matches in the LIV International Rugby Tournament, Coventry Rugby and much more! Be sure to listen to the first half of the show with USA Eagle and Stade T…

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USA Eagle & Stade Toulousain Prop, David Ainu’u | November 8th, 2023 29:25

6M ago29:25

29:25

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle and Stade Toulousain’s David Ainu’u joined Bill & John… well, mostly John. Damn technical issues! A great conversation was had about USA Rugby, the LIV International Rugby Tournament, Stade Toulousain and much more! Be sure to listen to the second first half of the show with USA …

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Happy Hour Tap Room - Weldwerks Brewing Co & Modelo 3:56

7M ago3:56

3:56

"Whoever thought rugby & beer would go together?" - Dan Lyle In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take one for the team… or many. Recorded during the US Rugby Hap…

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