The Drink-Up

An awesome conversation with American Collegiate Rugby Association President Sam Hoegle. How did her rugby journey lead her to helping revive the once defunct ACRA and then running it? What does she think it means to "grow the game"? Did she prefer to play center or fly-half? Do dogs from Philly have the temperament to be therapy dogs? Find out the answers to these questions and more on this episode of THE DRINK-UP: A College Rugby Pod, part of the Rugby Wrap Up Network. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this new season of The Drink-Up, Zach Lanning and Colby Marshall dive into the busy life of world rugby educator, administrator, and USA Women's Premier League standout Olivia-Benzan Daniel. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Colby Marshall relishes the opportunity to catch up with former teammate and starting scrum half for Iona College Brendan Buckley, who is being coached by his older brother Connor during his Sophomore campaign. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of The Drink-Up, Zach Lanning and Colby Marshall recap where they went wrong, or right, with their "Lock It In" game picks from last weekend, while highlighting some big matches in the college rugby landscape this weekend and a whole lot more. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hi fans! Took a bit of a break to allow Colby to pursue his dream of playing professional rugby and Zach to pursue his dream of living in a cabin alone in Maine. But this thick 'sode is proof that we're back with a vengeance! And we're ready to talk college rugby for as long as possible. We are moving to one episode a week so we will include our top 3 takeaways from the week prior as well as previews of matches that we're looking forward to in the coming days. PLUS we debut our new LOCK IT UP segment where Colby and myself each pick a team that we GUARANTEE will win their matchup on the week. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The fall 15s season is finally underway with plenty of top teams taking the pitch for their first week of action! We take a look at some of the more impactful matches and results and some of the key players who helped their teams earn a victory. Before we get into that, though, we share our thoughts on the egg that the US laid against Canada and react to some of the big news around MLR. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cam Newton to the Free Jacks?!? Probably not, but we talk about it anyway. Along with a lot of other exciting news from around the rugby world. AND we sit down with Adrian College Men's Head Coach Benny Mateialona after there first game EVER and also their first win EVER. You'll definitely want to hear what he has to say about the rest of their season in D2, the MLR Draft, and the style of rugby that he is looking to bring to the college game. Drink up! Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are SO CLOSE to fall rugby, folks, and a great sign of that is PRE-SEASON RANKING RELEASES. Zach and Colby take a look at the top ten D1 teams that play under National Collegiate Rugby (NCR).Of course Iona is on that list so most of the pod is Colby talking about that, but Zach does get a word in edgewise eventually.Apologies for Zach's audio quality, he has since tossed his microphone off of his 17th floor balcony. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode, Colby Marshall and Zach Lanning offer a recap of the 2021 MLR Draft with some best picks, most surprising picks, teams that won the draft, and late round sleepers that could shock the world. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are steadily chugging along here as we approach Draft Night, giving you all the info you need to know heading into it. Lots of other news and notes as well from around the rugby world that we get to in our newly branded segment "The Big Container" (still in the trial stages but...I kinda like it). Then, we finish things off with an awesome interview, Kutztown star and MLR draft prospect Aaron Gray sits down to talk with us about his game, how he's staying in shape, and how excited he is for draft night. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode, Zach Lanning and Colby Marshall discuss the 2021 MLR end of year awards, the 2020 MLR Draft, and the 2021 MLR Draft and combine showcase, capped off by an interview with Chris Mattina. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

SPOILER ALERT! There's great rugby content in here. Listen in as Zach and Colby give their main takeaways now that the MLR 2021 draft class is set. Also included: Reaction to the All-MLR teams and avoiding Lions/Springboks spoilers. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Two former college rugby players-turned-pundits who will be exploring all things college rugby in the US and Canada, with an eye on the pathways to the Pro's and International competition. We're the #1 college rugby pod that we know of so you're gonna want to stick with us. If you're an experienced fan or you're new to the sport we will have something for you, so join us! Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.