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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!  In the meantime, subscribe and follow the US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Podcast channel today so you don't miss out on more great content.    https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/COMG3470110308 Amazon: bit.ly/3WRnAkd iHeart: bit.ly/3A43Tff Apple: bit.ly/3Uuj9u7 Spotify: bit.ly/3ZxjAa0

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 each team.   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

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 her future USA plans? How long should we expect to see her in a USA uniform? Oh, and maybe Charli sings us a few lines from Dolly Parton's Jolene!   You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

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?    Bill also teases an upcoming interview with the directors of the film, Uproar, which was just released in limited theaters in North America this week. Paul Middleditch and Hamish Bennett talk about working with stars, Minnie Driver, Rhys Darby and Julian Dennison on this film based on actual events in 1981 when South Africa Springboks toured New Zealand during Apartheid and how a 17 year-old student, played by Julien, is forced to get off the fence he has actively sat on all his life to stand up for himself, his Maori family and his future in this heartwarming story of identity.   You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Houston SaberCats

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 nationwide protests against apartheid and racism. Josh Waaka, played by Julien Dennison, a 17-year-old of mixed race who has been a passive bystander all his life, is suddenly forced to stand up for himself, his whānau, or family, and his future. Dennison's acting is superb, filled with humor and emotions.  You can also watch the interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo6u8acnpDyxri0a3pcJ1cQ  

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 his future aspirations; USA senior cap, World Cup?     You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Seth Smith Houston SaberCats

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 growth of USA Rugby, and also that night's matchup against the MLR reigning champs, Free Jacks.    You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

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 match? Also, Phill Harris of The Jacks Rangers Show, a New England Free Jacks podcast, drops in to give us his reasons why the Free Jacks will be the first repeat champions in MLR history. So many questions about this season!    You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning The Jacks Rangers Show James Deeley

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 also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

“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. 

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.  An extended version of the show is available the Eagles Overseas' Youtube Channel - Our crack AI team comes up with images of what Will is doing while in post-playing retirement…  Legion fan? Pickleball? What would it look like if he got his senior cap for England instead of USA? Let's just say, it's a bit disturbing. You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

“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 one for the team… or many.   

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 to win the Super Bowl? Wait till you hear his Shooter McGavin story!   You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas' Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

“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. 

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 players have now in MLR decisions. We also catch up on the Seawolves and the 2024 season expectations.   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

“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. 

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 up to the 2031 RWC. Will it work? Time will tell.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

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 Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

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!  

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 time at Quinnipiac. Does she see herself playing 15s again? You may be surprised by her response.  Also, Fitzy and I take notes as Ilona teaches us old farts how to go viral on social media… while keeping our clothes on.  

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 inaugural WXV competition. Hingano, fresh off her USA XVs debut and player of the match honors, talks about earning that first XVs cap, her future rugby goals and who on the team has been the most helpful in her progress… lets just say, we needed to nudge her to say something nice about Rachel, who was sitting right next to her!

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 Winnebago?

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, progress with the age group levels, MLR and so much more! 

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 show… so it's game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we're willing to take one for the team… or many. 

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 @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

“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. 

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 team, and old guns, including Ben “Pinky” Pinkelman returning from a bad injury, Madison Hughes, returning from a hiatus, and, what will it take for this USA side to succeed in the Paris Olympics?   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

“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. 

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 Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

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 Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

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 @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

"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. 

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 Toulousain's David Ainu'u, here on the US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Podcast.   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

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 Eagle and Coventry Rugby's Paddy Ryan, here on the US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Podcast. Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

"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 Happy Hour LIVE conversation with Gift Egbelu of Gift-Time Rugby and the Rugby Swag Podcast. Check out the full podcast today!  

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Gift Egbelu of Gift-Time Rugby and the Rugby Swag Podcast joined Bill & John to talk about the HBCU, Rugby World Cup, and latest World Rugby news of the Nations Championship, what that means for USA Rugby.   Also, MLR Stats guru, James Deeley joined in to share the latest in MLR transfers and signings, including the Free Jacks' signing of Chilean National Team captain, back rower Martín Sigren. Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

"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 after our US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE interview with USA Eagles Rachel Johnson & Mata Hingano. It was an 11am interview! 5pm in South Africa though!  

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagles Rachel Johnson and Mata Hingano join Bill & John From Cape Town, South Africa to talk about the USA Women's Eagles performance in the WXV, what does the latest World Rugby competition mean to the women's program, Exeter Chiefs, USA 7s, and much more!!  Oh, and a new US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE jingle has been released!! Is it a hit!? Rachel and Mata like it!   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle, and newly signed Glasgow Warrior, Greg Peterson, joined Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick to talk about returning to the Glasgow warriors, his second stint with the Scottish club, USA Rugby, depth at the lock position, Scott Lawrence's influence on the program, what is Project Mercury?, and will we see him in an MLR uniform anytime soon?    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

"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 a few hours after our US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE interview with USA Eagles and Glasgow Warrior, Greg Peterson. It was a 3pm interview!  

"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.    Before our interview US Rugby Hall of Famer and NBC Sports Analyst, Dan Lyle, Bill & John introduce two fantastic beers:   

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, US Rugby Hall of Famer and NBC Sports Analyst, Dan Lyle, stopped in to talk about the Rugby World Cup, which tier 2 teams have been impressed the most, what will it take for USA Rugby to get back, TV viewership numbers in the US, potential RWC expansion to 24 teams and what does that mean for the Tier2 sides, potential new World Rugby competition, and how has the game changed since Dan last played in the 1999 World Cup.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: The Rugby Breakdown Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning DC Brua  Little Willow Brewing Kettlehead Brewing untappd

Does anything go more hand in hand than rugby and beer?!? In this new segment, 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.    Before our interviews with The Rugby Breakdown's Jackie Finlan, and Paul Tait of America's Rugby News, Bill & John introduce two fantastic beers from Modestman Brewing and Solace Brewing Company. #untappd  

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Americas Rugby News' Paul Tait joins Bill & John to talk about the 2023 RWC, latest news on expansion of the tournament, Tier 2 vs Tier 1 competition, contention between Canada, USA & South America, and will Super Rugby Americas and Major League Rugby ever partner?   Be sure to listen to the first half of the show with The Rugby Breakdowns' Jackie Finlan, here on the US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Podcast.   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Americas Rugby News Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, The Rugby Breakdowns' Jackie Finlan joined Bill & John to discuss the WPL, College and High School rugby, USA Rugby, WXV and much more!    Be sure to listen to the second half of the show with Americas Rugby News' Paul Tait here on US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Podcast!   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: The Rugby Breakdown Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, New interim USA Women's Rugby Head Coach, Milton Haig, and USA Captain, Kate Zackary join Bill Baker & John Fitzpatrick to talk about the Eagles, this weekend's match against Wales, WXV, PWR and much more!    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.

Eagles Overseas' Bill Baker and Rugby Morning's John Fitzpatrick recap the latest in USA Rugby news:  USA Women Interim Head Coach USA Women vs Wales, WXV Women's Sevens - Stars Ilona Maher and Jaz Gray Rugby World Cup - Antoine Dupont WPL Week 14 and Playoffs Fastest Collegiate Rugger! Upcoming Weekend Schedule Be sure to listen to the US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Podcast. Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news. To sign up for the Rugby Morning newsletter, visit https://mailchi.mp/9fb4405fd953/rugbymorning  

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, YSCRugby's Wendy Young joins Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick to talk women's rugby, including Milton Haig, the new interim head coach, WPL, Women's Premiership Rugby, and much more. Watch out for the sound effects!!    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Journalist, Joe Harvey, and USA Eagle #517 and Journalist, Will Hooley, joined Bill and John to preview the 2023 Rugby World Cup.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Georgia Rugby Union's Pete Redmond & Travis Spencer, join Bill & John to talk about their unique relationship with the other Georgia Rugby you Union, located between the Black and Caspian Seas, their ambassadorship trip to Tablisi during the USA vs Georgia match, and future relationship with the GRU Barbarians. A really cool story!   Be sure to listen to the 2nd half of the show with Rugby Reporter, Alex Goff, here on the US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Podcast.   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.

On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Rugby Reporter, Alex Goff, joined Bill & John to talk about the US College rugby scene and the overwhelming amount of championships, will we see more NCAA varsity programs soon? Also, Alex talks about his college rankings, NCAA recognizing' Women's college rugby as an emerging sport, high school rugby, and the dos and don'ts when putting together a recruiting video.    Be sure to listen to the first half of the show with Georgia Rugby Union's Pete Redmond & Travis Spencer, here on the US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Podcast.   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.