Best Houston Sabercats Podcasts (2024)

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

1h 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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USA Eagle and Trailfinders’ Forward, Kate Zackary 51:04

19h ago51:04

51:04

We’ve got a HUGE weekend coming up, USA vs Canada and USA Captain, Kate Zackary joined us to talk about this big match and the upcoming Pacific Four Series, not to mention, her teammates, young players coming through and Kate answered some great listener questions as well. Oh, and when will we see her back on the pitch, returning from injury? LAST …

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Women’s Elite Rugby President Jessica Hammond-Graf, Board Member, Koma Gandy, and USA Eagle, Jenny Kronish 1:06:30

8d ago1:06:30

1:06:30

With the big news just released about the new domestic professional competition, Women’s Elite Rugby, who better to have on the show than WER President, Jessica Hammond-Graf, and Board Member, Koma Gandy!? Plus, USA Eagle and Beantown RFC’s Jenny Kronish joins to talk about the impact this league can have on players like herself. Will the competiti…

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USA Rugby 7s Wing, Jaz Gray 26:32

15d ago26:32

26:32

Fresh off USA’s silver medal performance in Hong Kong, Jaz Gray joined the show to talk about the Hong Kong performance, the craziness of the tourney stop and 80 meter sprints! Which teammates have helped her the most in her 7s journey, and, what would it mean to her and her family to earn a spot on USA’s Paris Olympic roster this Summer. We have a…

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San Diego Legion & USA Eagle Lock, Greg Peterson 33:52

15d ago33:52

33:52

USA Eagle No. 458, and former Newcastle Falcon and Glasgow Warrior, Greg Peterson, joined the show to talk about joining Major League Rugby’s San Diego Legion and this year’s USA Rugby calendar. Greg shares the reasoning for leaving European rugby to move to the West coast… well, let’s just say the weather may have had something to do with it. What…

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

21d 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 CEO, Bill Goren 37:36

22d ago37:36

37:36

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill and John are joined by new USA Rugby CEO, Bill Goren. Bill, excited to lead our domestic game in the right direction, and what does that look like? How do fans trust USA Rugby again after bankruptcies and failures on the field. Bill also shares a bit about his background, working with MLB, MLL, MLR a…

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New England Free Jacks’ Co-Founder and CEO, Alex Magleby 36:32

22d ago36:32

36:32

On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, New England Free Jacks’ Co-Founder and CEO, Alex Magleby, joined Bill and John to talk about the Free Jacks’ winning model and improving on it. Mags shares the business side of running a team, the growth of MLR and the future of the league. New England Free Jacks are well known for their fan experience, e…

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

29d 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 Rugby & MLR Season Updates - Ryan Ye 1:04:16

29d ago1:04:16

1:04:16

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

1M 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

1M 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 28:36

1M ago28:36

28:36

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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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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USA Eagle & Queensland Reds Forward, Charli Jacoby 37:18

1M ago37:18

37:18

On this replay of 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 her future USA pl…

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Houston SaberCats’ Davy Coetzer 32:45

1M ago32:45

32:45

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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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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Houston SaberCats’ Seth Smith 30:41

2M ago30:41

30:41

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 27:53

2M ago27:53

27:53

On this replay of 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 growth of USA Rugb…

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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

2M 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

2M 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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2024 MLR Season Preview & USA Rugby Updates 1:02:41

2M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

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

2M 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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USA Women’s 7s Head Coach, Emilie Bydwell 34:16

2M ago34:16

34:16

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 8:11

2M ago8:11

8:11

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

2M 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 50:32

2M ago50:32

50:32

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

2M 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 6:49

3M ago6:49

6:49

“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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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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USA Eagle & Anthem Rugby Carolina’s Jake Turnbull 38:54

3M ago38:54

38:54

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

3M 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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Happy Hour LIVE Tap Room - Right Proper Brewing Company & Salt Flats Brewery 5:57

3M ago5:57

5:57

“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

3M 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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USRPA Steering Committee Member, Seattle Seawolves’ Mason Pedersen 34:54

3M ago34:54

34:54

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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