Podcasts about Western Force

NEW POD with special guest, the evergreen Kurtley Beale. He's been fantastic for the Western Force and shares his thoughts on the team, his plans, and which coach he felt got the best out of him. 

This week on the KOKO Show we have landed one of the biggest names in the world of rugby. We are talking about hot bloody property! This bloke is a 6 foot 3 - 105kg piece of Temora forged titanium, a consistent threat under the high ball and a fella that is doing his best to make the 70's pornstar chin beard a thing in 2026. That is right we are joined by the Western Force enforcer Mr Zac Lomax. With ‘Zac Attack' in tow the lads chat about his transition from league to union, the cultural differences between the two codes and he sheds some light on the 2026 NSW State of Origin team selection. Furthermore, the boys delve deep into Zac's acclamation process in Perth with the Force and they speak about the biggest league fan boys within the footy club. Plus, we play a little game of ‘Footy,footy or Footy' to unpack some of the lesser known off-field controversies from the three football codes over the years. Finally, we of course chat about all the action from Round 14 of the Super Rugby, we preview all the juicy clashes in the final two weeks of the season with knockout implications and lastly we pick our Earth XV to take on the Mars XV in the inaugural intergalactic showdown. So sit back, relax and let the ‘Hot as fuck boi' energy of Zac Lomax wash over you like a session at one of those fancy Japanese head spas. It is time for an all new episode of Kick Offs and Kick Ons. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Start of the show 02:17 - Linfield live show shout out 04:10 - Swoop misses out on Super Rugby XV but Vote for Drew 06:46 - Earth XV vs Mars XV 10:44 - The union v league debate 16:05 - Rugby Round Up - CHIEFS V HIGHLANDERS 17:24 - DRUA V WARATAHS 21:50 - HURRICANES V BLUES 24:49 - FORCE V REDS 27:28 - ROUND 15 GAMES AND FINALS IMPLICATIONS 30:08 - Zac joins the show 33:22 - Life as a rugby player 35:46 - The cultural differences between the two codes 40:26 - Angus Crichton in rugby union 41:58 - Zac's take on the NSW Blues team 43:38 - Who at the Force could play Origin?48:39 - Game - Footy, footy or footy?54:31 - Zac's bus story 55:44 - Zac asks the boy for their take on rugby league 59:08 - Tooth fairy chat 01:01:27 - Other rugby news and the close of the showBUY YOUR KOKO MERCHANDISE AND STAY TUNED FOR EVENTS - www.kickoffsandkickons.comMake sure you follow us on all socials:INSTA: @kickoffskickons TWITTER/X: @kickoffskickons YOUTUBE: @kickoffsandkickons TIKTOK: @kickoffskickons If you do want to talk about sponsorship or anything business related then please do get in touch with us info@shtn.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran wrap up Round 12 of Super Rugby Pacific, starting with the Western Force's win over the Waratahs. They break down NSW's woes, whether Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii needs a position shift and if coach Dan McKellar is under pressure, before heaping praise on the Force's turnaround and the play of Ben Donaldson and Dylan Piestch. They then analyse the Reds' win over the Brumbies, talk some Wallabies selections, the Nations Championship, laws and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NSW Waratahs' Jake Gordon is set to break the record as the most-capped scrumhalf when they face off against the Western Force later tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW Waratahs' Jake Gordon is set to break the record as the most-capped scrumhalf when they face off against the Western Force later tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special guest, Western Force assistant coach Nic White, discusses the Force, his role, and how Heath Tessmann keeps trying to sell him body parts. He also addresses the 'Zac Lomax playing club footy' rumour.

New Zealand broadcaster and host of the popular DSPN podcast Martin Devlin joins Brett McKay on the AUS Rugby scene this week, to look ahead at the return of Super Round after a wild Round 10 last weekend. A round that had everything saw Moana Pasifika put up way more fight than expected, we had the first edition of extra time for the season in Hamilton, the Fijian Drua enjoyed a first away win in Australia, and the Western Force claimed another scalp. That puts all eyes onto the return of Super Round in Christchurch, and their brand new, magnificent stadium just blocks from the city centre. And imagine this: the NSW Waratahs causing a massive boilover to kick it all off, beating the Crusaders to return to the top six. Just imagine it. #rugbypodcast #89Rugby #SuperRugbyPacific Find the DSPN on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@DevlinSportsPodcastNetwork, and wherever you get your podcasts. Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we break down a massive weekend of Super Rugby filled with upsets, tactical shifts, and standout performances.We dive into the Chiefs knocking off the Hurricanes in a top-of-the-table clash, including where the game turned tactically and how Wallace Sititi made a huge statement on return from injury. We also get into the All Blacks back row debate and where Sititi fits in a stacked field.Plus, we cover the Fijian Drua's impressive away win, the Western Force upsetting the Crusaders (and the rise of Zach Lomax), and a Waratahs side starting to build momentum at the right time.We also kick things off with a special segment from Japan, sharing the experience of attending Black Rams vs Honda Heat in Tokyo and why rugby truly feels like a global community no matter where you are.Chapters:Japan rugby experience

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Jornada reducida, con sólo tres partidos: Crusaders vs Drua. Chiefs vs Waratahs. Reds vs Western Force. Con Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.htmlEscucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699

Niamh O'Connor, CEO of the Western Force, discusses the rumours surrounding the future of the Force, what she thinks of Zac Lomax, and the plan to connect and re-engage with the community game.

In this episode of Inside Line, hosts Michael Atkinson and Sam Worthington dive into the shifting commercial landscape of Australian rugby. The centerpiece of the discussion is the Western Force's landmark move to a not-for-profit structure. Following a Memorandum of Understanding with Rugby WA, the hosts explore how this change aims to broaden the team's investment base beyond the Forrest family and potentially secure state government support.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marley Pearce is a WA born-and-bred Western Force front-rower and Australia U20 representative, he's a former Force Rising Star winner, childhood Force fan and he's also one of five siblings.Full Force Podcast host Cairo Takarangi chatted to Marley to discuss all that, finding out more about the kid from Mullaloo.

Shaun wraps up a tough night for the Wildcats as they crash out of the finals, and provides an update on the Tasmanian AFL team, with the timeline officially shifting to 2031. Caitlin Bassett drops in to break down the Western Force’s massive signing of Zac Lomax and what it means for the club’s future. It’s a huge morning for WA hoops and rugby fans alike.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full 2026 National Tour On Sale Now: https://linktr.ee/billy.darcy Check out my stand-up special 'Gamble Responsibly': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HDlhDBPWMw&t=33s My hunger strike did nothing, pornhub is banned In better news, The Mentalist is on Netflix Fancy restaurant with wildly inappropriate playlist Dodge an extremely awkward moment with a crowd member Attempt to order a soda water at a local pub Went to the Matildas game, I underestimated the Korean chicas Analysing Kyle & Jackie O's fake break up Stuey MacGill has since been kicked off podcast where he threatened to kill co-host (PC gone mad) Getting over MAFS Zac Lomax is now at the Western Force lol New Episode every Thursday! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJscnfTTW_-aO5D81Xi22yw? Facebook: www.facebook.com/billydarcy1 Instagram: www.instagram.com/billy.darcy Music: 'In the Clouds' by RENNANSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Smith from The West Australian newspaper joins Brett McKay on the AUS Rugby scene, to delve into the Western Force's start to Super Rugby Pacific and take a look at a tough road ahead. And of course, to cover off on the biggest news in Australian rugby this week, the Force and Rugby Australia signing NRL star Zac Lomax for this year and next, and with immediate effect. The obvious questions are numerous: where does he play, how soon will he play, and has he fixed all the Force's on and off-field issues yet? #rugbypodcast #89Rugby #SuperRugbyPacific Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and we're doing more on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Western Force recruit discusses how his switch from the NRL to Super Rugby came about after failing to join the breakaway 360 league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan break down all the action from Super League Round 4 and the NRL's opening round, analysing the biggest results, standout performances and talking points from both competitions.The pair also discuss the growing conversation around a future agreement between the NRL and Super League, including what fans would like to see from closer collaboration between the two competitions. Martyn shares his advice to the RFL as negotiations with the NRL continue and explores what the next Super League broadcast deal could look like, with Sky Sports, DAZN and TNT Sports all potential bidders.They also assess the growing injury crisis at Huddersfield Giants, the impact of Bevan French tearing his hamstring, and debate which NRL fullback could be targeted for a mid-season Super League transfer.Elsewhere, the hosts examine blowout scorelines in the NRL, whether player salaries should be made public, Zac Lomax's move to the Western Force in Super Rugby, and the major international news that Kalyn Ponga has switched his allegiance to represent New Zealand.

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Hurricanes vs Western Force. Fijian Drua vs Brumbies. Reds vs Waratahs. Crusaders vs Highlanders. Blues vs Moana Pasifika. Con Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.htmlEscucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699

Can the Eels put the horrors of Round 1 behind them and return to the team they - and fans - believe they should be? The Tip Sheet looks at how Parramatta shapes up on Team List Tuesday, including who replaces J'maine Hopgood in the front-row as well as the surprise return of the Foxx. Have we seen the final chapter in the Zac Lomax saga for the foreseeable future? The rogue winger has finally found a new home after forcing his way out of Parramatta, fittingly at the Western Force. Will the game ever recover? Round 1 is in the books and there were blowouts and set restarts aplenty. Which teams rose above and who are firming as March premiers? Alex Johnston is closing in on Ken Irvine's legendary try scoring record and all everyone seems to want to talk about is whether fans should be allowed to invade the field or not. The boys give their two cents on the matter before looking at some sundry news in the code.

TAB CODE FOR THIS WEEK - 'TRYTIME' - place a 1st, 2nd or 3rd try scorer bet on an NRL game this week and if it misses get up to $20 back as Bonus Cash.The rumour mill is running hot again, with chat Will Warbrick could be heading to the Warriors from 2027 on a 2 year deal. On this pod, we give our thoughts on the move plus run through the Round 2 match ups and give you our picks and best bets.Then, we rip into the news around Zac Lomax heading to the Force, Tana Umaga being a potential All Blacks assistant coach and our predictions for Round 4 of Super Rugby.Finally, we talk Bam's historic night in the NBA.Rugby, Rugby league, Basketball - enjoy! Cheers as always to the TAB & Michelob Ultra.

The ex-Origin winger has lost hundreds of thousands of dollars and drawn heavy criticism from the game where he made his name, but Zac Lomax clearly believes in his switch to rugby. The new Western Force recruit speaks to us about the move and doubled down on his belief that rugby's global appeal was the central plank of his decision to join the fifteen-man code. Featured: Zac Lomax, Western Force and Rugby Australia recruit. To catch up on everything that's making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,' hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. To catch up on everything that's making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,' hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Fletch and Chad dive into the latest NRL news like Zac Lomax's unveiling at the Western Force. Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch! 3pm on SEN 1170 AM Sydney 2pm on SEN 693 AM Brisbane Listen LIVE: ⁠https://www.sen.com.au/listen⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow The Run Home with Joel & Fletch! YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@JoelandFletchSEN⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@joelfletchsen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joelfletchsen⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X: ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://x.com/joelfletchsen⁠⁠⁠ *Timecodes approximate* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zac Lomax says he has no regrets about the decisions that led him to his new two-year deal with the Western Force and a fresh start in global rugby union. Joining Adam Hawse on Wide World of Sports, the former Eels star shut down talk of "bad blood," revealing he is already leaning on advice from dual-code legend Sonny Bill Williams to master the 15-man game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zac Lomax says he has no regrets about the decisions that led him to his new two-year deal with the Western Force and a fresh start in global rugby union. Joining Adam Hawse on Wide World of Sports, the former Eels star shut down talk of "bad blood," revealing he is already leaning on advice from dual-code legend Sonny Bill Williams to master the 15-man game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zac Lomax ends the saga with a code switch to the Western Force, the Broncos suffer their worst performance under Maguire in a 26-0 belting by Penrith, and DCE's Roosters debut ends in a 42-18 horror loss in Auckland. NRL Round 1 2026 review — the Titans' 50-10 embarrassment, Manly's golden point collapse, Alex Johnston chasing Ken Irvine's all-time try record, and the game of the round: Penrith vs Cronulla at Bathurst.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Storm and Sharks dish out the 50-point premiership curse to the Eels and Titans respectively, the Premiers get humbled in Brisbane, DCE loses his first game as a Rooster, Sanders stands out in his Raiders debut, and the Rabbitohs are back! Our fan-favourite ‘Bunker Review' segment discusses Zac Lomax signing with Western Force, Mitch Barnett's potential move to Brisbane, PNG Chiefs look to Pat Carrigan as their marquee, and the Tigers to reunite the May and Fainu brothers?——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro06:12 - Episode Overview07:40 - Bunker Review: Zac Lomax signs with Australian Rugby Union16:46 - Bunker Review: Will Mitch Barnett sign with the Broncos?21:48 - Bunker Review: Pat Carrigan to PNG Chiefs as their marquee?34:02 - Bunker Review: Wests Tigers to sign Tyrone May and Manase Fainu?38:49 - TSS Tipping & Supercoach Comps (Round 1)42:15 - NRL Round 1: Storm def. Eels 51:14 - NRL Round 1: Warriors def. Roosters 57:25 - NRL Round 1: Panthers def. Broncos 1:05:29 - NRL Round 1: Sharks def. Titans1:10:48 - NRL Round 1: Raiders def. Manly1:15:10 - NRL Round 1: Rabbitohs def. Dolphins1:23:50 - Rapid Fire Tips (NRL Round 2)1:27:12 - ATG: Super League Round 4 Results1:33:34 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps.Music credit ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].Logo designed by Tahlia Tassone.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

NRL News with Scope and Fletch as the boys break down the big headlines — Zac Lomax signs with the Western Force, while Mitch Barnett could be on the move to the Brisbane Broncos. The boys wrap it up with a round of Buy/Hold/Sell 00:00 – Zac Lomax signs a deal with the Western Force 05:00 – Mitch Barnett reportedly receives an offer from the Brisbane Broncos 09:00 – Eli Katoa spotted stepping in as a blue shirt trainer 11:00 – Buy / Hold / Sell Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch! 3pm on SEN 1170 AM Sydney 2pm on SEN 693 AM Brisbane Listen LIVE: ⁠https://www.sen.com.au/listen⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow The Run Home with Joel & Fletch! YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@JoelandFletchSEN⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@joelfletchsen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joelfletchsen⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X: ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://x.com/joelfletchsen⁠⁠⁠ *Timecodes approximate* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports Journalist at theroar.com.au Geoff Parkes returns to chat Super Rugby Pacific 2026 Australian teams campaigns so far, state of the competition, Zac Lomax signs with Western Force & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jonathan Drennan from the Sydney Morning Herald joins Brett McKay on the AUS Rugby scene, to celebrate another great round of Super Rugby Pacific for the Australian sides, and ponder how we can possibly keep this run going. The ACT Brumbies are atop the standings with three straight wins, but should be playing in front of much bigger crowds in Canberra. The NSW Waratahs are also unbeaten, but have to start winning outside Sydney. The Queensland Reds and Western Force were both much improved in recording their first wins. And what's this about James Slipper and another World Cup? #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Rugby #SuperRugbyPacific Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and we're doing more on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Chiefs vs Moana Pasifika. Waratahs vs Hurricanes. Highlanders vs Western Force. Blues vs Crusaders. Brumbies vs Queensland Reds. Con Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.htmlEscucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699

Western Force defeated Moana Pasifika 35-19 in Pukekohe last night, which is their first win on Kiwi soil since 2022. It also marks their first win of the season, leaving the Crusaders and Drua as the only two teams yet to secure a victory. Western Force centre and Former All Black George Bridge told Jason Pine that the result is a great boost to the team's confidence. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another week of Aussie teams at the top! Nick H, Natho and Nick W sit down to talk about that Brumbies win in Christchurch, whether the Waratahs are the real deal, and whether it's panic stations yet for the Western Force.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Moana Pasifika vs Western Force. Queensland Reds vs Highlanders. Fijian Drua vs Hurricanes. Chiefs vs Crusaders. Brumbies vs Blues. Con Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.htmlEscucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699

Another week of Aussie teams at the top! Nick H, Natho and Nick W sit down to talk about that Brumbies win in Christchurch, whether the Waratahs are the real deal, and whether it's panic stations yet for the Western Force.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are back breaking down a huge week in Australian rugby, from James Ramm signing with the Western Force, to growing speculation around Tom Lynagh and his future in Queensland. We unpack the controversial Lions try that’s left fans fuming, ask hard questions after the Force’s 56 to 24 loss to the Brumbies, and debate whether expectations are already too high for Les Kiss. Plus, plenty of listener mailbag heat on broadcast decisions, player welfare, Melbourne’s missing Tests, and how Rugby Australia can build stronger revenue streams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Western Force coach Simon Cron talks about the team and the season ahead for 2026

Shaun covers State of Origin, NBA news and the Western Force, with C-Bass in-studio talking sport, and taking her new player development role VERY seriously.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our extra offering this week, Lachie sits down with some of the Western Force's key players from their 2026 squad. Mac GrealyKurtley BealeNick Champion de CrespignyBen DonaldsonTune In!OUR LINKSWallaby Shop - https://wallaby.sjv.io/WyRyVGLinktree - https://linktr.ee/Scrumbags_rugbyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/scrumbagsrugby/Twitter/X - @scrumbagsrugbyPatreon - https://patreon.com/ScrumbagsRugby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sports Geek Rapid Rundown is a daily sports business podcast curated by Sports Geek Reads. We publish it on Sports Geek twice per week. In this episode: Today's episode covers the NBA's ambitious European expansion with franchise fees up to $1 billion, Real Madrid's historic move away from fan ownership, and Western Force's remarkable rugby comeback story reaching 750,000 global viewers per game. Plus TikTok's new AI content controls and their $2 million literacy fund - all curated by Sports Geek Reads. Subscribe at https://sportsgeekhq.com/rapidrundown

In episode 437 of Sports Geek, Tyson Beattie, General Manager of Business Operations at Western Force, shares insights from his unique career path through sports media, AFL administration and now rugby union. This conversation explores cross-code learnings, building partnerships based on mutual value, operating as a challenger brand, and why understanding media by working in it creates advantages in sports business. Show notes - https://sportsgeekhq.com/437

The latest Western Force signing George Bridge is our guest this week and what a lad he is! From humble beginnings in Gisborne, to carving up for Canterbury, the Crusaders, and then going on to wear the black jersey on the biggest stage of all! But it hasn't all been smooth sailing. George had his struggles moving down to Christchurch as a 17 year old, he had to deal with some brutal injuries – knees, pec tears, appendicitis, he had three surgeries in eight months! He even played a Super Rugby Final with a nasty vomit bug. Despite all that, he kept bouncing back and showing his class and always finishing of tries!Some highlights for me in this one were..Hearing why he made the leap from Gisborne to Christchurch, The pathway he took to becoming an All Black,The influence of Leon MacDonald,The heartbreak of the 2019 World Cup semi-final, Why he moved to France and how he found itHis next chapter with the Force,And heaps more including all your questions.George is someone who always took his opportunity on the field through work rate and the never give up attitude. Players loved playing with this man cause he would never let them down and he is a champion lad! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Lions are officially rolling in Australia, and this week we're breaking down the 54-7 demolition of the Western Force. Composed, clinical finishing, and Andy Farrell's emerging game plan are all on show now. The lads chat about the Lions identity. We also take a look at the Lions Stock Market, who's on the up, who's wobbling, and who's got everything to prove. Plus, Scotland head coach – and Lions legend – Gregor Townsend dials in from New Zealand for a chat on the 2025 tour, Scotland's summer, the 1997 doc, and why this might just be the tour where Scots may take the limelight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ugo Monye & correspondent Chris Jones reflect on The British and Irish Lions eight-try win over Western Force in the first game of their tour on Australian soil. Plus BBC Sport reporter Lauren Jenkins joins the pod live from Perth.00:30 What grade would you give it? 04:05 Initial thoughts on Tomos Williams' injury 06:15 Lions ‘scruffy but clinical' 09:10 How do Lions find the synergy? 13:20 Who should start at 9 and 10? 17:10 Lauren Jenkins joins the pod from Perth 22:35 Ugo's team for Wednesday vs Reds 24:20 How is Lauren managing the jet lag? 26:05 Chris isn't happy with Ugo's team 32:55 Which players have put a foot forward?

The British & Irish Lions strike hot on Australian soil with a sizzling 7-54 victory against Western Force in Perth. Join Graham Simmons and former Lion Hamish Watson on The Quick Tap as they dissect the good, the bad & the rugby. "Simmo" and “Mish rip into the action, reacting to the Lions blitz defence, restarts, the power of Pollock and the flair of Fin Russell. With Tomos Williams sustaining a hamstring injury, will Farrell be calling up another 9? Don't miss this analysis of the tour's second match and what it means for the path to the Wallabies series. "Simmo" worked for 25 years as Sky Sports' rugby union reporter, and went on 5 Lions Tours. He also spent a decade broadcasting on their golf coverage from Ryder Cups and US Opens to USPGAs. The Quick Tap is sponsored by Continental Tyres #Rugby #Podcast

The Lions are up and running Down Under! Join Alan Dymock and Charlie Morgan for reaction and analysis to the British and Irish Lions' emphatic 54-7 win over the Western Force.We also check in with the Telegraph's Chief Rugby Correspondent Gavin Mairs from the Optus Stadium to get his verdict on the win.There is praise for Henry Pollock, who was involved in almost everything both good and bad, while Ireland's Joe McCarthy put his hand up with a man of the match performance and Finn Russell impressed on his first appearance as well.But it was not all plain sailing. The Lions struggled with restarts throughout the game and there was a worrying hamstring injury for Tomos Williams after he scored his second try of the match.We also tackle your questions like usual! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Nations pod team of Chris Jones, Gareth Rhys Owen and a much-delayed Tom English discuss the Lions side to face the Western Force and ideas for future Lions tours.

Lauren Jenkins, Gareth Rhys Owen, and former British and Irish Lions wing Alex Cuthbert look ahead to the Lions' first match in Australia against Western Force on Saturday. From Perth, Lauren has arrived after a long flight and has been catching up with members of the squad as they prepare for the opening game.

Welcome to Monday's Rugby Daily, with David Wilson.Coming up today, there is an update on the Lions injury front as they step up preparations for the Western Force on Saturday.Andy Farrell on breeding familiarity within the squad.Maro Itoje on ironing out the mistakes.Felipe Contepomi on a proud day for Argentina.And Michael Hooper has his say on who could be Wallaby captain.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

The Telegraph Rugby Podcast is back ahead of the 2025 British and Irish Lions Tour to Australia!Alan Dymock, Charlie Morgan and Charles Richardson pick the bones out of an opening game defeat for Andy Farrell's side who were beaten 28-24 by Argentina in Dublin.They take a look at what went wrong on the night, and what positives there were to take out of the game with a number of players putting their hand up for test spot despite the loss.Next up is the first clash on Australian soil against the Western Force, we take a look at the threat posed by the Super Rugby side and what the Lions XV is likely to look like for that onePlus, we look back on England's narrow defeat to France at Twickenham and tackle all your burning questions as usual. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.