US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE

In US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE's annual Major League Rugby Season Preview Show, Bill and Fitzy welcome The Rugby Rants' Rob “The Hammer” Hammerschmidt, North American Rugby Database curator, James Deeley, and The Fantasy Ruckers' Ryan Ye to break down each MLR team leading into the season. Who's the cream of the crop, and who's not? And, which teams are our picks to top each conference, and who wins it al!? 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 5, World Rugby GM US Operations, RWC31 - Ross Young is introduced in a very dramatic, broadway-esque, cartoon superhero way. Oddly enough, another guest who has never been introduced with a jungle. We are so futuristic! HA! . LYRICS: Let's welcome back to the show,  Former CEO of U-S-A Rugby Now World Rugby General Manager of U-S Operations Rugby World Cup Two Thousand Thirty One Please welcome, Ross Young Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill and Fitzy kick off what hopefully will be an annual show about the preparations of the 2031 and 2033 Rugby World Cups, hosting by USA Rugby by welcome World Rugby GM or US Operations, RWC31, Ross Young. We dive deep into the current status of their preparations, site surveys, what are they looking for in locations, any conflicts with NFL and College football seasons, or is World Rugby planning to partner with the NFL. Can Ross and the other organizers learn from The Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup, and other big events occurring in the US leading up to the 2031 Rugby World Cup, and so much more! And another first, Ross has never been introduced via a jingle in his name! It's Rugby meets WWF! 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sione Fukofuka, a newbie to being introduced via a jingle! BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 4, USA Women's Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka is introduced with this gem… also, Sione has never been introduced this way! A good thing? Maybe… Listen to our interview with Sione and Wendy Young on the latest up and coming USA Women's Eagle stars. LYRICS: To him, coming on this show doesn't phase. From Brisbane to Colorado, his American adventure continues to amaze.  A loose head prop in his day, at least, that's what Wikipedia had to say.  (Who knows?) It's a Rugby World Cup Year What does he have in store for Eagle's opponents to fear. (Kick ass!) Freshly running from a forest fire, A middle of the night escape. But now safe at home, in the snowy hills of his adopted state. (oh good!) Let's give a big “Guh'day mate” To U-S-A Women's Rugby Head coach See-own-ee Foo-koh-foo-kah (Go Eagles!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 3, guest Wendy Young… YSC Rugby's leader is introduced with this instant Top 40 hit! LYRICS: Hey, hey, it's time Let's bring on the leader in women's rugby coverage Your Scrum half Connection, The mastermind behind We're assuming she once played scrum half Or has a thing for scrum halves… Former rugby referee, coach and player, 2 states, she's a 3-time Rugby hall of famer Host with the most, of a dose of all things awesome In women's rugby Let's give it up For Wendy Young! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill and Fitzy welcome USA Women's Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, back to the show, nearly a year since his first appearance on any podcast in America. How did 2024 go, did the team reach their goals? What does 2025, a huge year, look like for the team? Pacific Four, RWC Warm-ups, and what they all play for, the 2025 Rugby World Cup in England.  Be sure to check out part 2 of this show when we welcomed YSC Rugby's Wendy Young to talk about the future of the Women's Eagles, who are they?  And a first, Sione is introduced via a jingle for the first time in his career? Is that a good thing? Maybe.  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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, YSC Rugby's Wendy Young joins Bill and Fitzy to discuss the future of the USA Women's Eagles and the current stars. The future looks bright as Wendy brings us down the road of some of the newest players to look out for, and how the game has grown in the US of late.  The USRHHL Jingle writing team whipped up an instant hit for Wendy's intro!   Be sure to listen to the first part of the live show with USA Women's Rugby Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka! 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 2, guest Will Hooley… Will is now full America, dropping the country hits on his regular playlist. Listen to our interview with Bryan Ray and Will Hooley on the latest up and coming USA Eagle stars. LYRICS: Hey Bill and Fitzy, let me take it from here.... And now, we introduce our second guest To opponents on field, He was a pest Flyhalf, Fullback, whatever was best Now, sports commentary is his trade The man behind the mike A young Bill Baker, a fan once said The Rugby Rundown, co-host next to his name USA Eagle 517 The man, on the scene And now, Please welcome to the show, We're sure you'll know… The man, the myth, Will Hooley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 2, guest Bryan Ray, Americas Rugby News, is introduced with a touch of Canada and a sober Billy Ray Cyrus… Listen to our interview with Bryan Ray and Will Hooley on the latest up and coming USA Eagle stars. LYRICS: America Rugby News Canadian rugby fan Tonight we have the Info Man The deep source on North American rugby,  Canada, America, and maybe some other country…  Bryan has forgotten more about rugby, than Bill and Fitzy ever would ever know. Oh, did we mention, he once wore gloves as a scrum half? The New England Free Jacks biggest supporter somehow puts up with Matt McCarthy And now, here to chat about U-S-A Up and Coming Players Let's welcome to the show, Bryan Ray! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill and Fitzy welcome Bryan Ray from Americas Rugby News, and Co-host of The Rugby Rundown and former rugby international, USA Eagle 517, Will Hooley to talk about the future of the Men's Eagles. Who should we keep an eye on, who's exciting and do we think will be the most impactful Eagles down the road. Will, Bryan, Bill and Fitzy dive into how these players could make an impact on the program for years. Payton Telea-Ilalio Shilo Klein Seth Smith Kaleb Geiger Pono Davis Mikey Gandy Rick Rose Mikaea Wynyard Sam Golla Makeen Alikhan Devin Short Nafi Ma'afu Ethan McVeigh Spencer Huntley Solomon Williams Karl Keene Oliver Cline Rand Santos Ben Pollack Davy Coetzer Dominic Besag Erich Storti Junior Gafa Keelan Farrell Noah Brown Waisea Bainibure Corbin Smith Steffan Crimp And more! USRHHL Jingle writing team also releases two new intro songs for Will and Bryan. Instant hits!  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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Introducing, US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Intro Jingles! For Season 5, Episode 1, guest Philippa Tuttiett is welcomed by this gem inspired by Motown, Funk and possibly some Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch! It's a good vibration… Listen to our interview with Philippa about Ilona Maher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The “Ilona Maher Effect” with Rugby Analyst, Philippa Tuttiett We kick off US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Season 5 talking about one of the world's biggest rugby stars, Ilona Maher. And no one better to have one than Rugby Analyst, former Welsh International in 7s and 15s, and the owner of her own building company, Philippa Tuttiett. We discuss the arrival of Ilona Maher and how she is helping grow the game, on and off the pitch. What influence has she had on the game and specifically, PWR and the Bristol Bears, her PWR club. Also we dig into the other Eagles playing in PWR and find out more about those non-Eagles as well. Lots of excitement in England right now, and lots to talk about on the show! Also, listen for Philippa's new intro song, it's an instant hit! 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this BEST OF SEASON 4 episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcomed USA flyhalf, AJ MacGinty while in preparations to face Tonga. Funny moments ensued, including a new jingle written just for this podcast episode, AJ on his cursing ways to motivate, the physicality of these test matches, and, AJ talks about the exciting style of play Bristol Bears' present to their fans this season, including, what is next for AJ since his contract is up at the end of this season.   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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7s superstar Maddison Levi has met her match…  Her name is Nia Toliver On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcome the newest sensation to hit the Rugby Sevens scene, USA Eagle, Nia Toliver! Fresh off her star-worthy performances on debut in Dubai and Cape Town, turning rugby fans heads around the globe, Toliver talks about grabbing the moment and running with it, literally!   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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this BEST OF SEASON 4 episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Mike Friday, who announced he was stepping down as the USA 7s Men's Head Coaching role after a decade at the helm joined 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 talked about the side's difficulties in the this year's Olympics in Paris, Golden Eagles impact on the program, and, what's next? No matter whatever Mike does next, we're sure to see those amazing bucket hats!!  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcome USA Eagle and Old Glory DC Prop, Jack Iscaro. Jack shares his thoughts on the Eagles successful Autumn tour thus far and preparations for Spain. What would it mean to finish out the tour with another win? And, Jack shares his thoughts on the 2025 Major League Rugby schedule and the short turn-arounds ahead.  US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy welcome USA flyhalf, AJ MacGinty while in preparations to face Tonga this weekend. Funny moments ensure, including a new jingle written just for this podcast episode, AJ on his cursing ways to motivate, the physicality of these test matches, and, AJ talks about the exciting style of play Bristol Bears' present to their fans this season, including, what is next for AJ since his contract is up at the end of this season.   US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, Bill & Fitzy cover USA Men's November Test Series, their chances, and who will step up the most. Which reserves do we wish would get the call up? And, America's Rugby News' Bryan Ray joins to update us on all the off-season moves Major League Rugby clubs have made, and what's to come. Which team has made the best moves and who has lacked?  US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Eagle No. 555 Mitch Wilson joins Bill and Fitzy to talk Major League Rugby, USA Rugby, and to officially announce his move to Charlotte Anthem Rugby. We also go deep into his days with the New England Free Jacks, the club he has called home since the organization's very first MLR match back in 2020. What does Mitch expect out of his move to Charlotte, joining USA teammates Connor Mooneyham and others, and what should USA Rugby fans expect out of the Eagles in this year's November tests against Portugal, Spain and Tonga. Tune in! US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, recently earning her 50th cap, 2 off from the most ever in an women's Eagle jersey, Hope Rogers joins Bill & Fitzy to talk about this monumental moment, and the emotions of receiving that jersey and cap from the current leader in caps Jamie Burke, with 51. How soon will Hope break that, and how soon will another break her record number of caps? We also talk about the recent Eagles' WXV1 performance and preparations for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, and dive into Exeter Chiefs' 2024-25 season ahead. All that, and more! US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, new USA Rugby Men's 7s Head Coach, Simon Amor, joins Bill & Fitzy to talk about taking the gig, and following in Mike Friday's footsteps. Did you know Simon played under Mike Friday? Also, what an amazing time to come in the American program with World Cups and Olympics on the horizon. Simon talks of mentoring an American coach who could take over one day, and what short and long-term goals does the 1st ever World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year award winner have set for the program?  US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Women's Rugby Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, joins the show to talk about the Eagle's WXV1 performance against England and their upcoming matches against France and Ireland. How important is it for the growth of the Women's program to be in the top flight competition? Sione talks about Alez Kelter, the return of Kate Zackary and what are the chances we'll see Ilona Maher in a USA 15's jersey? Listen and find out! US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast, USA Men's Rugby Head Coach, Scott Lawrence talks about the Eagles' PNC performance, the games that got away from them and what they need to work on. Also, the growth of the Pathway's Program, is it working? Is Major League Rugby currently slowing down the national team's growth? Those and so much more.  US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Bill & Fitzy cover the latest in USA Rugby, MLR and WER news, including the recently wrapped up Men's PNC, the upcoming WXV1 for the USA Women, MLR moves for both players and coaches, where will the Dallas players end up? And, what's the latest on the new domestic professional women's competition, WER? US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Men's Captain, Greg Peterson joins Bill and John from Japan as the Eagles prepare to take on Samoa for PNC Bronze. How's the food in Japan, and how did her get that big ole shiner below his left eye?!  Then USA Women and Sale Sharks prop, Catie Benson comes on to talk about her Eagles' preps for the start of WXV1, Sale Sharks Women and playing against her own Eagles teammates in the WPR. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, newly signed Seattle Seawolves' wing and center, Malacchi Estrada joins Bill and Fitzy to talk about returning to the game of 15s with Seattle, and his days as a 7s player. Is he done with 7s? Is he shooting for a spot in the 2027 Rugby World Cup? Would Malacchi eat meat just for a spot on the World Cup team? We talk about all of that and more! US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, Goff Rugby Report's Alex Goff recaps the 2024 MLR Collegiate Draft with Bill and Fitzy, who were surprise picks, which team's had the best drafts, and how did MLR Rising impact this year's draft? Also, #1 overall pick, Erich Storti, #6 pick, Aiden King & #14 pick, Matt Carrion join in to talk about getting drafted into MLR and talk about future aspirations.  US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour Podcast is LIVE, USA Women's 7s Head Coach, Emilie Bydwell, joined Bill and Fitzy to talk USA's Olympic performance, especially that reviting Bronze medal win over Australia. So muc I bet you didn't know about that play!  US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 difficulties in the this year's Olympics in Paris, Golden Eagles impact on the program, and, what's next? No matter whatever Mike does next, we're sure to see those amazing bucket hats!!  US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 that monumental moment?  US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 both Traci and Mike, will we see Mike back on the sidelines soon and how can you get involved in become a living donator.     US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 MANSCAPED. Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com, and use code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR.   US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 broadcasting his first international play by play? This show is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com, and use code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR.   US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Hockey players or Rugby players? I don't think anyone will be surprised by Ben's response.  In DC Friday, July 12th? Come say hello to Bill and Fitzy at the Navy Yard Dacha Beer Garden near Audi Field prior to the USA v Scotland match! US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Listener Hangout, 4-5:30. This show is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com, and use code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR.   US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 this year, and his love of a healthy lifestyle and Marathons.  This show is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com, and use code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR.   US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 year's performance in the WRU20s? What will it take and which of the players are standing out.  Be sure to check out the 2nd half of the show with USA Eagle, and U20 Captain, Dom Besag. This show is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com, and use code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR. Never forget where you came from…if you know what I mean. Happy Father's Day from MANSCAPED.   US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 to improve over last year's results. Also, how has the speed and physicality of the game changed since he earned his senior cap, how did he get into the game at such a young age, and, who does he look up to on the pitch. Be sure to check out the 1st half of the show with U20s Head Coach, Neets Gericke. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 out for future Eagles.   This show is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com, and use code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR. Never forget where you came from…if you know what I mean. Happy Father's Day from MANSCAPED.   US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 we get more girls playing the game in the States, Sione's impact on the team and much more! This show is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR at Manscaped.com. That's 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com, and use code RUGBYHAPPYHOUR. Never forget where you came from…if you know what I mean. Happy Father's Day from MANSCAPED.   US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is also brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 will see players returning with Elite Women's Rugby starts in 2025. Oh, and what's his take on the proposed ball size changes for the women's game?  US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 another USA Eagle, Miami Sharks Backrow, Ben Bonasso. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 repechage loss to Porturgal was to him and fellow Eagles teammates. Be sure to check out the 1st half of the show with another USA Eagle, RFC Los Angeles Backrow, Jason Damm. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 to finally earn his senio USA Eagles' cap this Summer. Be sure to sheck out the 1st half of the show with another USA Eagle hopeful, Old Glory DC Forward, Collin Grosse. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 cap for USA this Summer.  Be sure to sheck out the 2nd half of the show with another USA Eagle hopeful, Seattle Seawolves' Wing, Conner Mooneyham. US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE is brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 brought to you by QuickTap, the only sports video and analytics platform designed specifically for rugby. Visit getquicktap.com and use the offer code HAPPYHOUR when signing up for a free trial, which will get you 10% off your annual subscription AND QuickTap will sweeten the deal by tracking your first match for you.  QuickTap - the most powerful way to beat your opponents before ever setting foot on the pitch  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 QuickTap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 CHANCE!!!  We have a great offer for you USA Women's Eagles fans! Receive 10% off your ticket order by using the promo code: EAGLESOVERSEAS Let's pack the house for our Eagles!  Order Now!  https://www.axs.com/events/533590/usa-women-s-rugby-vs-canada-tickets/promos/746200?skin=dhsp 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 competition ofer what it takes to see all of our Eagles return home? What impact will it have on WPL, who's funding the league, which league model are the organizers following? Also, what does the season schedule look like, international breaks? That and so much more!! What a great time for women's sports!! We have a great offer for you USA Women's Eagles fans!  Receive 10% off your ticket order by using the promo code: EAGLESOVERSEAS Let's pack the house for our Eagles!  Order Now!  https://www.axs.com/events/533590/usa-women-s-rugby-vs-canada-tickets/promos/746200?skin=dhsp 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 Women's Elite Rugby Beantown RFC Women's Premier League Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 great offer for you USA Women's Eagles fans!  Receive 10% off your ticket order by using the promo code: EAGLESOVERSEAS Let's pack the house for our Eagles!  Order Now!  https://www.axs.com/events/533590/usa-women-s-rugby-vs-canada-tickets/promos/746200?skin=dhsp 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices