Best Scott Mathie Podcasts (2024)

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Back-to-back MLR Champ Head Coach, New England Free Jacks’ Scott Mathie 32:35

5d ago32:35

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The first head coach in MLR history to win back-to-back MLR Championships, New England Free Jacks’ Scott Mathie joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about their finals win over Seattle, the last team to win back-to-back finals. Was he confident from the beginning they could repeat? Also, what is th eplan this offseason? US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought …

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MLR Weekly: USA Bronze! MLR Final, Free Jacks Coach Scott Mathie, Can-Am's Cam Moody, Opinion, Picks 28:30

12d ago28:30

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PARIS, FRANCE - Having the City of Lights as the locale for a MLR Weekly show, is as rare as a USA Rugby side winning a medal at the Olympics... Wait! You see what we did there? With that, we talk about that, followed by a great chat with MLR Eastern Champion Head Coach, Scott Mathie of New England.ALSO INCLUDED:-Cam Moody of the Can-Am Rugby Tourn…

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Our Exit Interview with Former USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday 1:06:07

42m ago1:06:07

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Mike Friday, who recently announced he is stepping down as the USA 7s Men’s Head Coaching role after a decade at the helm joins Bill and John to talk about his time building the men’s programs, the difficulties of doing so and the high’s he experienced. Mike also talks about the side’s difficu…

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The Rugby Odds: MLR Champions, More 7s vs 15s Debate, The Rugby Championship, NPC, NRL, Fan Cameos 28:30

5d ago28:30

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NEW YORK, NY - With the Major League Rugby season ending with a record crowd in San Diego, the kickoffs of The Rugby Championship & NPC upon us, and the aftermath of the Olympics, there is plenty of rugby to talk about. Not that our eclectic The Rugby Odds All-Star panel of WWE Hall of Famer/Rugby Advocate John Bradshaw Layfield, Irish legend Georg…

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MLR Weekly: New England Again! Hooker Andrew Quattrin Sneaks From Party For Us, Opinion, Highlights 28:30

5d ago28:30

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QUINCY, MA - This quaint New England town in the shadows of Boston started shaking Monday night, and it hasn't stopped. "Earthquake?" you ask? No - not in the traditional sense. These tremors are the aftershocks of the New England Free Jacks rocking the rugby world by returning home with their 2nd consecutive Major League Rugby Shield. It began wit…

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Olympic Bronze Medalist, Ariana Ramsey 31:12

5d ago31:12

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA 7s Olympic Bronze Medalist, Ari Ramsey joins Bill and Fitzy from Paris to talk about Team USA’s epic last second win over Australia to secure USA Women their first ever Olympic medal. Ari breaks down that final play, was it planned? And what was going thru their minds while celebrating tha…

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USA U20’s star wing, potential USA Eagles star of the future, Keelan Farrell 30:18

11d ago30:18

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Merey 19 years old, Keelan Farrell is turning heads in the USA Rugby program. Scorer of 7 tries in the World Rugby Trophy competition this summer, Keelan has set his eyes on progressing up the USA Eagles ladder. Will we see him in MLR soon? Time will tell. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics p…

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The Rugby Odds: USA Beats Odds for Bronze, MLR Finals, Heated Dupont Debate, Predictions, Highlights 28:30

12d ago28:30

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PARIS, FRANCE - Need to get the likes of WWE Hall of Famer/Rugby Advocate John Bradshaw Layfied, Irish legend George Hook, King Gift Egbelu and Steve "The Lizard" Lewis riled up? Just have host Matt McCarthy fire questions at them re:USA Olympic BronzeMLR FinalsDupont Revolutionizing RugbyCanadian GoldThe Rugby Championship7s vs 15sSan Diego Surfer…

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The power of giving, Traci Young’s life-saving gift to rugby great, Mike Tolkin 50:57

12d ago50:57

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On this special episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Rugby Hall of Famer, Mike Tolkin, and Texas Rugby Hall of Fame inductee, Traci Young, join Bill & John to talk about Traci’s amazing gift to Mike, 60% of her liver to save his life. What went into that decision to donate a living organ for Traci, the rugby community’s support for b…

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The Rugby Odds: Olympics, MLR Playoffs, Currie Cup, NRL, U20s Seismic Shift, Great Picks 28:30

19d ago28:30

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PARIS, FRANCE - Would you expect us to be anywhere else? Oui, mais non. That's French for "Yes, but no." This week's The Rugby Odds has a lot of that kind of stuff in it, and is easily one of our most fun and entertaining shows. Featuring WWE God/turned rugby advocate John Bradshaw Layfield, Irish legend George Hook, King Gift Egbelu, Proxy Steve L…

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MLR Weekly: MLR Weekly: Final Four Preview, Seattle Owner Adrian Balfour, Highlights, Opinion, Picks, Olympics 28:30

19d ago28:30

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SEATTLE, WA - It's a familiar story in the 7 seasons of Major League Rugby: The Seattle Seawolves are in the MLR Shield hunt. With that, we have our favorite farmer, Seattle Owner Adrian Balfour in this MLR Weekly episode. He talks about the team, but also about MLR expansion, 2031 Rugby World Cup cities, and new technology for fans.ALSO INCLUDED:-…

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MLR Weekly: MLR Playoffs, SD Coach Danny Lee, Can-Am's Cam Moody, Updates, Opinion, Predictions 28:30

19d ago28:30

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SAN DIEGO, CA - With the International Tests now in the rear-view mirror, it's time for some Major League Rugby postseason action. 8 teams have a shot at the Shield, and MLR Weekly will be with you through it all... With that San Diego Director of Rugby/Head Coach, Danny Lee, talks about the upcoming battle vs the vaunted Seawolves, managing the tw…

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Olympic Glory and MLR Champs… TV Commentator and Former USA 7s Eagle, Dallen Stanford 1:03:33

22d ago1:03:33

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Former USA 7s Eagle and current Rugby Commentator, Dallen Stanford joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about the kick off of Olympic 7s, USA Men and Women’s medaling prospect, and we dive into the MLR Playoffs. Who wins it all this year!? Bill, Fitzy and Dallen don’t agree. This show is sponsored by …

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The Rugby Odds: Test Matches, MLR Playoffs, USA v Scotland, Eddie Jones, Andy Farrell Ireland's Best 28:30

29d ago28:30

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NEW YORK, NY - We're back from a week's vacation... well most of The Rugby Odds staff is at least. Regardless of who may or may not have gotten the memo that we were back at it, the panel of WWE Hall of Famer-turned-rugby-advocate John Bradshaw Layfield, Irish legend George Hook, King Gift Egbelu, Proxy Steve Lewis and host Matt McCarthy entertain …

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USA Summer Series Discussion with former USA Eagle and Broadcaster, Will Hooley 30:36

27d ago30:36

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill and Fitzy welcome form USA Eagle back and current broadcaster, Wil Hooley to the show to chat about the Eagles’ recent losses to Romania and Scotland. Should we be worried? Also, Will dives into the broadcasting side. Which was harder, playing in his first international match, or doing br…

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MLR Weekly: NOLA Head Coach Corey Brown, DC's Koi-Koi Nelligan, USA Rugby Opinion, Analysis 28:30

1M ago28:30

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WASHINGTON, DC - It is hotter than Hades along the eastern seaboard in the United States. And it will only get hotter, when a loaded Scotland team squares off vs Team USA, here in the nation's capital. And while the MLR may be off before resuming with Round 1 of their postseason, their teams are still impacted. One such team is the NOLA Gold, and H…

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Hockey to Rugby, Tough-Sport Play by Play Man, Ben Holden 45:50

1M ago45:50

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill and Fitzy discuss the roster’s for both the U20 and Senior men for this Friday’s matches. Then, Rugby play by play announcer, Ben Holden, joins Bill and Fitzy to talk broadcasting the USA vs Scotland match in DC and nuances of broadcasting MLR games from a studio. Who’s tougher, Ice Hocke…

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The Rugby Odds: Diversity Issues, MLR, International Tests, Currie Cup, NRL, Great Picks 28:29

1M ago28:29

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NEW YORK, NY - This week's The Rugby Odds has all the usual great elements, but also has some hard-to-hear commentary on diversity by WWE Hall of Famer John Bradshaw Layfield, who is a staunch rugby advocate.On the lighter side, Irish legend George Hook slams host Matt McCarthy, while King Gift Egbelu changes alliances at the drop of a hat.INCLUDED…

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MLR Weekly: Old Glory DC Coach Simon Cross After NOLA Match, Plus Highlights, Opinion, Updates 28:30

1M ago28:30

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - After a wild final round of Major League Rugby, this is a chock-full MLR Weekly show. And with our host at the exciting Old Glory vs NOLA match, we were able to catch up with D.C. Head Coach Simon Cross post-match. We were also able to get exclusive footage of the Gold at the Captain's Run and training in the hotel parking lot. A…

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The Rugby Odds: Glasgow Glows, Dandy Dupont, MLR, Super Blues, Exclusive Highlights, Opinion, Picks 28:30

2M ago28:30

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"I want my face on The Rugby Odds." - M. ZuckerbergNEW YORK, NY - After calamitous chaos on the set, with panelists disappearing/reappearing, this week's The Rugby Odds is especially entertaining. It's also the start of a joke that's writing itself: "A Nigerian in Brazil, a Texan in D.C., & an impatient Scotsman walk into a New Yorker's rugby studi…

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MLR Weekly: Houston's World-Renowned Coach Heyneke Myer, Exclusive Highlights, News, Opinions, Picks 28:30

2M ago28:30

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HOUSTON, TX - The mercury continues to rise, as do Major League Rugby teams nobody picked for the postseason. At the top of the table, however, stands one of the preseason favorites, the Houston SaberCats. Heyneke Myer, their Director of Rugby with the stellar CV/resume, is the main reason MLR Weekly rated them so high. In this exclusive with Matt …

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The Rugby Odds: Bulls Gore, Munster Muffs, Glasgow Gloats, Chicago Fire, Dupont, Blues & Chiefs 28:30

2M ago28:30

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NEW YORK, NY - This week's The Rugby Odds has fire. What else could one expect with WWE Hall of Famer/turned rugby advocate John Bradshaw Layfield and host Matt McCarthy doing business while having to keep/break the peace between Irish legend George Hook and Glaswegian Steve Lewis, King Gift Egbelu's proxy.INCLUDED:32-28 RecordThe Titanic & RugbyGl…

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MLR Weekly: Chicago Hounds CEO/GM James English, Plus Highlights, Opinion, Predictions 28:30

2M ago28:30

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CHICAGO, IL - After a sizzling (literally) week with a zillion (figuratively) story-lines, the most poignant of the off-field events was the dismissal of Chicago Head Coach Sam Harris. In an exclusive with MLR Weekly, CEO/GM James English addresses that, as well as the direction, expectations and course for the Hounds going forward.ALSO INCLUDED: -…

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Rugby to Marathons, ZERO-G Crazyness; USA Eagle, Christian Dyer 57:46

2M ago57:46

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill and Fitzy spend time going over the 30-man USA Eagles roster to go up against Romania ans Scotland, who’s in and who’s out. Then, USA Eagle and Houston SaberCats Wing, Christian Dyer joins in to talk about the Eagles and this Summer’s matchups, Houston SaberCats chances of winning it all …

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USA Men’s Pathways In Good Hands; USA Men’s U20’s Head Coach, Neets Gericke 33:01

2M ago33:01

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Men’s U20 Head Coach, Neets Gericke, join Bill and John to talk about USA’s success over Canada, qualifying for the World Rugby U20 Trophy in Edinburgh, Scotland in July. Neets, working alongside Scott Lawrence, are building a program for the future of the USA Eagles. Will they top last ye…

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Determined to Succeed in Scotland; U20’s Captain, Dom Besag 33:39

2M ago33:39

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At only 19 years old, Saint Mary’s College center, Dom Besag has already earned his senior USA cap, won a national collegiate title and just recently, captained USA U20’s to two consecutive wins over Canada to secure another trip to the World Rugby U20s Trophy in Scotland this July. What does it mean to get back there to Dom, and what will it take …

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MLR Weekly: NOLA Gold GM Ryan Fitzgerald, Exclusive Highlights, Opinion, Predictions, News 28:30

2M ago28:30

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - Pigs are flyin' by the MLR Weekly corner office windows. Snowballs are being thrown in Hades. Democrats and Republics are hugging. AND... the NOLA Gold are in the playoffs! That's right, for the first time in 7 seasons there is a different feeling in The Big Easy and the only GM in NOLA's history - Ryan Fitzgerald - talks about th…

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The Rugby Odds: Saints Anointed, URC Semis, Super Rugby Semis, Top14 1/4s, MLR Stretch Run 28:30

2M ago28:30

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Professional rugby is at its collective global peak, and our spelunking rugby mountaineer panel has it all succinctly navigated for you in an unimaginable 24 minutes. #WWE "God" (turned rugby advocate) John Bradshaw Layfield, Irish legend George Hook and King Gift Egbelu's proxy/host Matt "Money" McCarthy do the heavy lifting, so you don't have to.…

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The Rugby Odds: Unscripted Talk re Diversity, Prem Final, URC & Super Rugby Playoffs, Great Picks 28:26

2M ago28:26

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NEW YORK, NY - This week's The Rugby Odds took a different path at the head of the show. One you'll want to see, re diversity, or the lack thereof - and the byproduct of under-utilizing a plentiful resource. From there, George Hook joins WWE Hall of Famer/turned rugby advocate John Bradshaw Layfield, King Gift Egbelu's proxy Steve Lewis and host Ma…

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From Zebre to DC, Azzurri to Eagle; Old Glory Center, Tommaso Boni 51:44

2M ago51:44

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Eagle and Old Glory DC Center, Tommaso Boni joined Bill and Fitzy to talk about Old Glory’s season, his move from Zebre to Washington, as well as his decision to play for the Eagles. Also, Tommaso gives a great explanation of Scott Lawrence’s ZERO-G training and who should we be looking ou…

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MLR Weekly: USA Coach Mike Friday re MLR Players, Olympics, Wrong7s Format + Highlights, Opinion 28:30

2M ago28:30

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MADRID, SPAIN - What does USA 7s have to do with a MLR Weeky show? Potentially plenty. With that, USA Men's 7s Head Coach Mike Friday covers a wide range of topics including:-7s players in Major League Rugby, -Synergy between USA Rugby, -Utilizing the MLR's Anthem franchise-The ability to go from 15s to 7s-Expectations for the Olympics-Poor Format …

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MLR Weekly: The Fabulous Filimone of NOLA, Exclusive Highlights, News, Opinion, Predictions, Picks 28:33

3M ago28:33

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - It's hot. So are the NOLA Gold. Red-hot and on 4-game winning streak. One big reason for that has been the stellar play of Taniela Filimone, a budding star. We learn more about him and his story on MLR Weekly, via his chat with Matt McCarthy.ALSO INCLUDED: -John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning-Bryan Ray of Americas Rugby News-Picks o…

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The Rugby Odds: Revolutionary Dupont, MLR Upsets, Saints Marching, Munster's URC, Super Rugby Sizzle 28:30

3M ago28:30

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COSTA RICA - With all that's going on in rugby, we needed some help. To the rescue came vacationing WWE "God" & rugby advocate, John Bradshaw Layfield, who enlisted his proxy/caddy Steve "The Lizard" Lewis, to offer insight and insults from his Costa Rican lair. Along with Irish legend George Hook, King Gift Egbelu (Rugby's Yogi Berra) and host Mat…

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USA Eagle, Exeter Chief’s Forward, Rachel Johnson 37:04

3M ago37:04

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Eagle and Exeter Chiefs Women’s Player’s Player of the Year, Rachel Johnson, joins us to talk about the Eagles’ successful qualifications for WXXV1 and the 2024 Rugby World Cup. Also, how is Rachel recovering from the intense life of a fulltime club and international rugby athlete, how can…

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The Rugby Odds: Champions Cup Final, WIld MLR Matches, Super Rugby, Japan's Final, NRL 28:20

3M ago28:20

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NEW YORK, NY - The Champions Cup and Challenge Cup finals are here at long last, so too is the Japan Rugby League One final. Super Rugby is gearing up for its post-season in fine fashion and the NRL has some key matches this weekend as well. With that, The Rugby Odds panel of #WWE "God" (turned rugby advocate) John Bradshaw Layfield, Irish legend G…

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MLR Weekly, Alan Gilpin, CEO Of World Rugby, Highlights, Opinion 28:30

3M ago28:30

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NEW YORK, NY - If you're in the Big Apple and you're a rugby fan, you are likely to stop at the Pig N Whistle on West 36th Street. It could be to watch rugby, or to get to a happy place amongst the bustle. You may even run into a rugby star or honcho, to boot. Alan Gilpin, CEO of World Rugby, is a honcho's honcho. He's a big deal. He's also refresh…

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USA Women’s XV Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka 48:02

3M ago48:02

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On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Women’s Xvs Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, joined Bill and John to talk about the women’s huge win over Australia, the potential of reaching WXV1 and the Rugby World Cup in Australia defeats the Black Ferns this weekend. What does this all mean for the women’s program, and does he think we wi…

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MLR Weekly: Free Jacks Coach Scott Mathie, Exclusive Highlights, Opinion, Predictions 28:30

3M ago28:30

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QUINCY, MA - As the Major League Rugby season flies by, injuries mount, and depth is put to the test, (as is our MLR Weekly staff). When you're the reigning champs, though everyone is gunning for you. The New England Free Jacks are dealing with that now, as their injured list of stars grows. Head Coach Scott Mathie talks about navigating though it …

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The Rugby Odds: Hook's Best Fly-half, We Rank MLR Teams, Gloucester Shame. Exclusive Clips Top Picks 28:30

3M ago28:30

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NEW YORK, NY - Professional rugby is humming toward the post-season globally, The Rugby Odds is right in tune, thanks to our eclectic panel of #WWE "God" (turned rugby advocate) John Bradshaw Layfield, Irish legend George Hook, King Gift Egbelu (rugby's Yogi Berra) and host Matt "Money" McCarthy. 24 magnificent minutes.INCLUDED:$$ 66-51 $$Hook’s #1…

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RFC Los Angeles Backrow and USA Eagle, Jason Damm 37:21

3M ago37:21

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RFC Los Angeles Backrow and USA Eagle, Jason Damm joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about LA’s MLR season, his big MLR Player of the Week performance in LA’s qin over Dallas, RFC LA’s team culture, how it feels to be selected to the USA Eagles squad, and much more! And, what happened to his hair?! Be sure to check out the 2nd half of the show with anoth…

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Miami Sharks Backrow and USA Eagle, Ben Bonasso 34:31

3M ago34:31

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Miami Sharks Backrow and USA Eagle, Ben Bonasso joined Bill and Fitzy to talk about Miami Shark’s season, the Shark’s win over Utah, playoff hopes, new teammates, the Miami rugby scene, or just the Miami scene alone! And much more. Also, what does it means to Ben to be selected to the USA Eagles squad again, and Ben looks back at how tough the repe…

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MLR Weekly: The Butcher of Chicago, Dylan Fawsitt + Rugby's Best Recap, Highlights, Opinion, Picks 28:30

3M ago28:30

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CHICAGO, IL - There are only certain cities that a man called "The Butcher" can hail from... Chicago is on that short list. Dylan "The Butcher" Fawsitt, formerly of Rugby New York and presently with the surging Chicago Hounds, tops that list. Meanwhile, he remains one of Major League Rugby's most prolific try-scorers. Host Matt McCarthy and Fawsitt…

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The Rugby Odds, S4 E19, Rugby Wrap Up 28:22

3M ago28:22

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NEW YORK, NY - More no-holds-barred, enlightening rugby entertainment from WWE Hall of Famer John Bradshaw Layfield, Irish legend George Hook, King Gift Egbelu & host Matt McCarthy.INCLUDED:49-32 RecordPremiership into URCHook: Kiwis Rep Leinster at Croke Toulouse & DupontBlues vs Canes JBL vs Buffalo Glasgow to Beat BullsGreatest Name: Manly Sea E…

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Seattle Seawolves’ Wing, Conner Mooneyham 34:46

3M ago34:46

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USA Eagle hopeful, Conner Mooneyham, “The Comeback Kid” returns to the show to talk about his long awaited return to play after missing last MLR season due to a knee injury, his Seawolves teammates Mack Mason, Sam Windsor, Joe Taufete’e and more, and their chances of winning the shield this season. Conner also shares how much it would mean to him t…

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Old Glory DC Forward, Collin Grosse 34:53

3M ago34:53

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Bill and John check in with Old Glory DC’s Collin Grosse after OG’s first home victory of the season, against Miami Sharks. What’s the latest on Collin’s injury and when could we see him return to play. Also, Collin has been named to Scott Lawrence’s 53-man expanded USA Eagles roster, how is Collin feeling about his chances to earn his first senior…

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MLR Weekly: Old Glory Coach Simon Cross, Highlights, Opinion, Picks of The Week, Rugby's Best Recap 28:30

4M ago28:30

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WASHINGTON, DC - The nation's capital (USA, that is) was teeming with rugby players. Oddly enough, those in Major League Rugby weren't part of the group. Old Glory, DC was in Utah playing the Warriors in another MLR match with a wild finish. But the CRC 7s was in town - and it was great. You'll see glimpses of it in this MLR Weekly. You'll also hea…

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The Rugby Odds: Champions Cup, Vunipola, Fixing Womens 6N, MLR, Super Rugby, Clips, Opinion, Picks 28:23

4M ago28:23

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NEW YORK, NY - With WWE "God" John Bradshaw Layfield dealing with mere mortal internet issues, his rugby proxy, Steve Lewis, acts on JBL's behalf in the first part of The Rugby Odds. Meanwhile, Irish legend George Hook, King Gift Egbelu (rugby's Yogi Berra), and Matt "Money" McCarthy hold the fort, while John pops in and out. [Ahem]... It all makes…

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MLR Mid-Season Review with James Deeley 37:43

3M ago37:43

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It’s halfway through the 2024 Major League Rugby season, Bill and John welcome MLR Stats Guru, James Deeley back to the show to talk about who’s leading the way, midseason MVP picks, teams playing well and those underperforming. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specificall…

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USA Eagle and Chicago Hounds Wing, Nate Augspurger 33:15

3M ago33:15

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USA Eagle veteran and Chicago Hounds’ Wing, Nate Augspurger returns to the show to talk about the Chicago Hounds’ season, also his move to Chicago this year and why. Nate also shares his excitement about this year’s USA Eagles’ international schedule, and, how much faster is he and Noah Brown after bleaching their hair! US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is …

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

4M ago51:04

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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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