Best San Diego Legion Podcasts (2024)

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

4M 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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FreeJacks Tripped and Fell (ft. Bozo6 of the Jacks Rangers) 29:28

5M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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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Miami Sharks #ArgentinaNorth 7:47

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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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Le Shane Williams 'Tiny Dance' of Le Tourney 13:51

11M ago13:51

13:51

What makes a great winger? Is it the ability to beat the best defenses? The slight of foot, and dashing balance as they navigate through a trove of stout defenders? What about a lethal step, or an unimaginable field vision?Uncle Johnny was in studio to flesh out who Le Shane Williams 'Tiny Dancer' of Le Tournament is for this dazzling affair in Fra…

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The French Immersion (ft. Uncle Johnny) 41:36

11M ago41:36

41:36

Bt & Uncle Johnny recap what has been an exquisite month of Rugby World Cup action in the home country of France. From sharing a suite with hot & sweaty Irish lads, to close encounters with Jellyfish in the famous Basque country surf, the lads give the blow by blow of what has been a fantastic RWC. Que Magnifique!We recap rounds 1-4, and preview wh…

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RWC 2023 - Year of the DOG 12:47

12M ago12:47

12:47

Ladies and Gents, it's here. The event we've been waiting for. The Rugby World Cup in France.Rugby Reddit Internet Scholars (we're talkin' 21st century academia baby) are dubbing this one the year of the UNDERDOGS. Teams that have yet to sniff a RWC Final are predicted to shine and break through the boring traditional mold. Who will be barking and …

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Broccoli Guy - Seattle Sports SuperFan 34:48

1y ago34:48

34:48

Sometimes, an interview is so big ... so massive and emotional ... so monumental and groundbreaking ... that you simply can't edit & publish it in the following hours. No, sometimes the weight of the moment is simply too grand ... it needs to simmer, and grow with the wild and fantastical rise of the individual.Presenting Broccoli Guy. Ladies and G…

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Lane Pruisner 30:01

1y ago30:01

30:01

Lane Pruisner IS IOWA. From the Corn Fields of Ankeny, to Fort Dodge and now Jonesboro Arkansas, rugby has been a leading driver in Lane's young adult life. His adventures brought him to Denver Colorado this summer where he competed with the Denver Barbarians 7's and worked full time as a civil engineer (specializing in corrosion prevention).Hear a…

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Nuero Feedback (ft. Reed Ronan) 39:26

1y ago39:26

39:26

Founded in 2022, Ronan Neurofeedback and Counseling was formed primarily to help athletes struggling with mental health issues, concussion symptoms, and injury recovery on and off the field. Ronan Neurofeedback and Counseling also works with non-athletes seeking an alternative to medication who want to improve their health, brain functioning, and o…

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Premier Rugby 7's (ft. John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning) 42:08

1y ago42:08

42:08

Premier Rugby 7's had their first event in the fall of 2021 in Memphis Tennessee. Since then, it has grown steadily and expanded to 5 total events for the summer of 2023. With new butt kickin' franchise names (look no further than the Pittsburgh Steeltoes) and an infusion of talent, the new league has delivered a fun product without the morning to …

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Mike Matarazzo - Chicago Hounds 31:51

1+ y ago31:51

31:51

Mike Matarazzo isn't just a big body ... he's a student of the game and one of the young dynamic players in the MLR. Clocking in at 6'5", 250lbs, he's a tower in the lineout and has the hands to move the ball under pressure. We caught up with Mike back in fall of 2021 when he attending the U-23 Eagle Pathway Camp. At the time, Mike had just signed …

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LIGHT Impact | Steve Famiano Saves Youth Football 1:10:13

1+ y ago1:10:13

1:10:13

In this episode of LIGHT Impact, we welcome Steve Famiano, a representative from Save Youth Football California, as our guest. Steve shares his insights on the proposed bill that aimed to ban youth football in California and how they successfully fought against it. Steve talks about the importance of youth football in California and how it helps ki…

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LIGHT Impact | Andre 'Bo' Bosier with San Diego Legion Rugby 1:53:00

1+ y ago1:53:00

1:53:00

In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Andre "Bo" Bosier, a recon Marine veteran and current team manager of the San Diego Legion rugby team. Bo shares his inspiring journey from his military service to becoming a vital member of the San Diego community. We discuss the challenges he faced during his time in the Marines, including his expe…

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LIGHT Impact | CEO Abed Abusaleh 1:02:51

1+ y ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Welcome to the LIGHT Impact podcast, where we bring you inspiring conversations with thought leaders and change-makers who are making an impact on the world. In this episode, we're joined by Abed Abusaleh, the CEO of Havas Edge, a leading performance marketing agency. Abed has been at the forefront of the advertising industry for over two decades a…

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LIGHT Impact | NFL kicker John Carney 1:46:49

1+ y ago1:46:49

1:46:49

Welcome to another episode of the LIGHT Impact podcast! In this episode, we are joined by a very special guest, NFL kicker John Carney. John is a former NFL kicker with over 23 years of experience playing professional football. He has played for teams like the San Diego Chargers, New Orleans Saints, and New York Giants. In this episode, we'll be di…

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LIGHT Impact | Interview with Entrepreneur and Military Veteran Luke Shaffer 1:22:14

1+ y ago1:22:14

1:22:14

Welcome to the LIGHT Impact Podcast, where we explore the stories and experiences of individuals who are making a positive impact in the world. In this episode, we are joined by Luke Shaffer, an entrepreneur and military veteran who shares his unique perspective on leadership, perseverance, and service. Luke's journey has taken him from serving in …

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LIGHT Impact | Exclusive Interview with Former NFL Quarterback Jeff Garcia 1:48:37

1+ y ago1:48:37

1:48:37

In this episode, we sit down with former NFL quarterback Jeff Garcia, a four-time Pro Bowler and Grey Cup champion, to discuss his journey on and off the field. Jeff shares his experience growing up in a football family and his path to becoming a successful quarterback in both the NFL and CFL. In addition to his accomplishments as a player, Jeff ha…

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Super Rugby Americas - 2023 BOLD Predictions 33:39

1+ y ago33:39

33:39

Los Dogos XVName / Brand: The Dogo Argentina breed was bred by the 1920s Antonio Nores Martinez, a young student of Córdoba in central Argentina. The logo is fierce... just like this type of dog. They are big game hunting dogs, but also are trained for search and rescue, police assistance, service dogs, and guidance for the blind.Stadium: Tala Rugb…

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LIGHT Impact | Football Legend Rick Mirer 1:30:45

1+ y ago1:30:45

1:30:45

In this episode of LIGHT Impact, we are thrilled to welcome football legend Rick Mirer as our special guest. Mirer is a former quarterback who played in the NFL for 12 seasons and was selected as the second overall pick in the 1993 NFL Draft. During our interview, we'll dive into Mirer's illustrious career, discussing his time at the University of …

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MLR Year 6 - Eastern Conference BOLD Predictions 15:22

1+ y ago15:22

15:22

Striking GoldKing Creole is ready for that postseason smokeNOLA Gold have been a founding member and have always been on the cusp of the playoffs. They have talent in the back row, and have signed some key collegiate players to bolster the squad. King Creole and his marching band have high expectations for a team that has been oh so close for o so …

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MLR Year 6 - Western Conference BOLD Predictions 14:59

1+ y ago14:59

14:59

Western ExpansionThe Hounds have been released, but how will they fare in 2023? The 2022 expansion team went 0-16 but seems to be building a strong fanbase. The 2021 expansion team smashed the league, nabbed the shield, but now are a relic of the past. Given the fact that Chicago inherited two top sides in the west via the "Expansion Draft", they'l…

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Special Thanks to the Fans (Ft. Tommy's Philosophies) 14:30

1+ y ago14:30

14:30

We hope you've been enjoying the recent episodes with Uncle Johnny, Tommy NoPiks and HARPO in person, live & in the flesh. 2022 has proven to be a crazy rugby year, but we simply wanted to thank all the fans that continue to listen to Rugby PickEm and occasionally go and click around the website (www.rugbypickem.com).It's been a long strange journe…

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The Attitude Adjusters Association 18:08

1+ y ago18:08

18:08

It was June in 1983, and the soon to be burgeoning game of rugby 7's was waiting for it's inevitable explosion. Luckily for the soon to be 7's sensations, he arrived in the form of Dr. Don HARPO and the Attitude Adjusters Association. Back when Life U was just a small chiropractic college (and not the deeply talented rugby program they are in 2023)…

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2021 Women's RWC (in 2022) 13:21

1+ y ago13:21

13:21

The Women's 2021 RWC (held in 2022) was an unforgettable kiwi experience. Not only is New Zealand a beautiful country (flora, fauna & great people), but rugby runs through their veins. The hosts were spectacular, and the Black Ferns put on a show throughout. They defeated a great French side in an exciting semi final, followed by a world class perf…

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The Rise & Fall of Gilly Gilly 12:01

1+ y ago12:01

12:01

Have we ever seen a bigger lighting rod of a character in the USA Rugby landscape than Adam Gilchrist? Love him or hate him ... there's no denying that he shook up the league (to put it lightly) in the two years of his rise and fall. We recapped the last year of the two Gil franchises, and discussed what Gilly's legacy will be years from now. From …

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Operation 'Hope for the Best' - ft HARPO 17:53

1+ y ago17:53

17:53

The full compliment of RP personalities were back in studio for a heated discussion that somehow remained cautiously optimistic! Although the men's Eagles did not qualify for France 2023, we are reminded that not all is lost, and sometimes it truly is darkest before the dawn (scientifically accurate).The questions that were tossed around (Tommy's a…

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Trauma physician, Dr. Shawn Evans, talks concussions, helmets, and the NFL 1:04:34

2y ago1:04:34

1:04:34

Dr. Shawn Evans, a twenty-year trauma specialist, at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, CA, speaks with LIGHT CEO, Nick Esayian, about a wide range of issues from concussions, helmet technology, the NFL protocol, and more. Dr. Evans has managed thousands of concussions, including severe head and spinal injuries, the importance of optimizing cra…

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Founder of SKLZ, John Sarkisian is interviewed by Nick Esayian, CEO, LIGHT Helmets 47:52

2y ago47:52

47:52

John Sarkisian, serial entrepreneur, Founder of SKLZ, athlete, and investor in LIGHT Helmets talks about the secrets to success and his view of the football helmet space through the lens of someone that has been in the sports equipment market for years. Sarkisian also talks of his own life-threatening head injury, recovery, and the importance of ad…

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Jordan Palmer, NFL QB, entrepreneur, Founder QB Summit 1:35:05

2y ago1:35:05

1:35:05

Jordan Palmer, NFL QB, entrepreneur, Director of QB Development at the XFL, QB coach of Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, Sam Darnold, and a host of others at his company, QB Summit, is interviewed by LIGHT Helmets CEO, Nick Esayian. They discuss Jordan's career, family, pro football, helmets/head injury, Jordan's exploits, what it takes to succeed, confiden…

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A Love Letter to Football 9:34

2y ago9:34

9:34

Football season is upon us and this sport is more than a game. LIGHT Helmets CEO, Nick Esayian, gives some insight, thanks, and introspection on America's greatest sport. A must-hear for every player, parent, coach, administrator, official, or fan...By Nicholas Esayian

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EP 134: 2022 All MLR Awards 1:21:45

2y ago1:21:45

1:21:45

Pete sits down while Dan is off getting deals done with all five of 2022's All-MLR individual Awardees. Beaudein Waaka discusses his banner year and how things changed for himself and the Free Jacks. Brendon O'Connor discusses his year and the title run with Rugby New York. Billy Meakes talks shop on the transition between 7s and 15s and how he's r…

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Andrew Arrabito off Half Face Blades and LIGHT CEO, Nicholas Esayian unpack his life... 1:32:00

2y ago1:32:00

1:32:00

Nine-year Navy SEAL, businessman, and outdoor savage, Andrew Arrabito, and LIGHT CEO, Nick Esayian, cover Andrew's life; childhood, tragedy, experiences in the TEAMs, business challenges, and victories... Half Face Blades has quite a following. How do you handle adversity and win? You have no excuse... @specoperator,…

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Ret. US Navy SEAL, Commanding Officer, Team V, Tom Deitz and LIGHT CEO Nick Esayian 2:14:32

2y ago2:14:32

2:14:32

Retired Navy Seal, Executive Officer of Team V, speaks of his childhood, experience with sports, how he made it through BUD/Hell Week, both Gulf Wars, 9/11, his challenges, overcoming them, and much more with longtime friend and LIGHT Helmets CEO, Nicholas Esayian. This is a powerful podcast with one of America's great warriors sharing some of life…

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Racer and Businessman Boris Said with LIGHT CEO Nicholas Esayian 1:14:15

2y ago1:14:15

1:14:15

Boris Said, NASCAR driver, sportscar champion, and entrepreneur, engages in a tell-all interview with LIGHT CEO, Nicholas Esayian. Said talks about the challenges of his childhood, family, and growing up without direction until opportunity crossed his path and he seized it. How he broke into racing, the ups, the downs, his relationship with Dale Ea…

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Retired Navy Seal and Entertainment Mogul Kevin Kent... 1:51:09

2y ago1:51:09

1:51:09

Retired Navy Seal and actor/producer, Kevin Kent shares his life experiences with LIGHT CEO, Nick Esayian. Growing up an Army kid, relocating, family, sports, the decision to go into the military, becoming a Navy SEAL (BUDS/Hell Week), 9/11, the warfighter, reflection, transition to regular life, loss, winning, camaraderie, and the film industry...…

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EP 133: The Eliminator 47:38

2y ago47:38

47:38

Dan and Pete review the landscape of MLR following the Eliminator round. They discuss the mental aspects around preparing for a game on short notice as a player when you believe your season is done. They then look ahead to the Conference Championships examining the strengths and weaknesses of the top seed Houston and New England and also the challe…

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EP 132: Living with Ratlers and Chasing Rugby balls with Johan Momsen 40:34

2y ago40:34

40:34

Johan Momsen joins Pete to discuss his journey as a Rugby player in the United States over the past three seasons with Rugby ATL. He digs into the coaching change and how the squad used the adversity to go forward and embrace the cultural foundation that had been established under Scott Lawrence. James Paterson joins the show with Dan to examine th…

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EP131: Performing on the edge with Malon Al Jiboori 49:12

2y ago49:12

49:12

Description- Malon Al Jiboori rose to prominence in the US scene playing for Lindenwood University rising through the age grade systems as a US U20, Collegiate All-American, and eventually achieving his Eagles debut. He made his Eagles 7s debut in 2016 and would make nine appearances on the HSBC 7s World Series. He became Eagles #520 on February 15…

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