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Gareth Rhys Owen and Lauren Salter spend the day at Welsh Rugby's Centre of Excellence for URC Media Day and speak to Gareth Anscombe on the role he'll play at the Scarlets, Ryan Woodman on how he's bulked up for this season at the Dragons and Cardiff's Josh Adams on his hopes for a third World Cup next year. Dual-code international Ffion Lewis also joins the podcast to preview Wales' WXV opener against South Africa.
Hannah returns to offer as much optimism as a Welsh fan full with dread can muster ahead of Tigers Women's competitive return to action in the 2026-27 season with a home opener against Saracens. Before then, Hannah and Jacob discuss 'Laurence of iPlayer-gate', WXV and the backlash to Sydney Sweeney's advert, and how women's rugby players present themselves on and off the pitch has long been a sensitive issue within the sport. Hear exclusive interviews from Tigers Women's head coach Fraser Goatcher and captain Tess Feury then Jacob and Hannah ponder as to how strong the side will be, will the match be competitive unlike so many Saracens games in the past... and actually, is that elusive win a genuine possibility? Enjoy!
After South Africa crushed the All Blacks to seal a 3-1 victory in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series, Ugo, Danny and Chris debate how you beat the Boks, and if anyone can stop them winning a record third successive World Cup. We react to your messages following our exclusive with Conor O'Shea and get Danny's take on Steve Borthwick's contract extension. Will we see a Six Nations match in the USA? World Rugby is keen, with the 2031 men's and 2033 women's World Cup heading Stateside, but would it actually help rugby break America, or would the tournament be selling its soul? We also discuss the new 4.5 size ball that is being trialled in WXV as the Red Roses come from behind to beat Australia.
Gloucester took a strong squad down to Bristol for their first game of the season but lost narrowly in an entertaining game. We discuss the game, the new drinking experience at the ground and get a summary/alternative fan view of the performance. Meanwhile, Gloucester also released their new European shirt and Cardiff managed to sell out all of their special 150th Anniversary shirt in about 1 hour. We preview (briefly) the Sale game on Saturday and also the Red Roses first WXV game against Australia as once again the squad is full of Glos-Hartpury players.Ed PriceJim HarleySpecial thanks to Colin BoagCherry Jam is proud to be sponsored by PGT LLP
Freelance Sports Journalist and Tigers supporter Vitty de Lazzer hops on to the Fancast to talk about the Black Ferns/Springbok Women game/preview WXV, of course a mention about 4.5 balls and we react to the news that Brewdog is becoming a sponsor of Leicester. Then, Jacob showcases his talent at sharing a zoom screen (or significant lack thereof) as we do on an overview of the Tigers squad and try and predict where this team could go this season in the PWR and Next Gen Cup.
Leicester Tigers Women were back in action as they were hosted by old enemies Cheltenham Tigers on the 27th August. Was it a joint training session, was it a proper fixture, was it an U23s development game? As discussed by Jacob and returning guest Bluebell (from She's the Champ pod) the answer was a combination of all three. Before we discuss that game, we react to Tigers signing Welsh winger Lisa Neumann, Tigers involvement in WXV squads and the shock news that Swys de Bruin has left his role as head coach of Springboks Women! Enjoy!
Susanna Mollen joins Eoin Sheahan in studio to discuss the women's interpros, after she spoke with members of each province ahead of the global WXV season.The full interviews with Erin King, Sadhbh McGrath, Fiona Hayes and Anna McGann will be available throughout the week! Wednesday Night Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank Of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting
WRP 164 - The Opener with Scott & Al Cal.Series 6 of the world's very first podcast dedicated to the women's game, episode 194 & what a way to start!! Alex Callender, the Wales & now Harlequins flanker tell us about the move to The Stoop, how much she is enjoying the environment & the players around her. "AL Cal" gives her refections on the wXV2 tournament in Cape Town, plus the up coming World Cup; where Wales have been drawn in the same pool as Scotland, having beaten them in pool play at the last global event. Ireland have certainly been turning a few heads of late with their performances, their Head coach explains all. Scott Bemand takes us into the psyche of this Ireland side, he notes a few of the changes they have made,; including trying to be a little more like the west coast of Emerald Isle!!! Scott chats about the Australia result before wXV but also that impressive showings in the tournament, with yet another win over New Zealand. Ireland & New Zealand are drawn in the same World Cup pool so Scott gives his initial impressions on the pool C fixtures. There's a round up from the last few weeks & a few little moments to celebrate as well. #WRP womensrugbypod@gmail.com Coming soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Como su nombre lo indica, salimos de nuestra hibernación de 60 días para conversar sobre las noticias mas relevantes en el mundo del rugby internacional. Pumas en el Campeonato de Rugby, la Copa de Naciones del Pacífico, WXV rumbo a la Copa Mundial Femenil 2025, clasificación sudamericana al Mundial 2027 y firmas históricas a clubes profesionales en el episodio 180 de ELM!
John is joined by Iain and Craig to talk about WXV, the URC and the Women's Rugby World Cup. Latest Scottish Rugby news and opinion on our site: www.scottishrugbyblog.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode Notes A flurry of off-season wheelings and dealings have made for an interesting week in MLR, while on the international level there was the retirement of a all-time great and the end of this year's WXV competition. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby Runs Tackle the Numbers Twitter: @AlistairKP
After a superb first 40 where the Cherry and Whites scored two more contenders for try of the season, Bath proved too much in the second half helped by a worryingly porous defence. We chat through the game, the performances and highlight the possible reasons for the continued issues with the defence. We also discuss Glos-Hartpury's win away to Quins, the Red Roses back to back triumphs in the WXV and preview the Leicester game on Saturday Ed Price James Eastwood (Snowy) Jim Harley Russ Brookes
Neil Treacy, Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland break down the big talking points of the week in the URC. We look at the backlash that's emerged in recent days to the planned global trial of a 20-minute red card, as well as recapping the weekend's Interpros. Later (46:53), Hannah O'Connor joins Neil to recap Ireland's successful WXV campaign.
Wherein I have another lovely chat with one of my favorite guests, Rugby Julia, to discuss all things WXV, and … I mean, who knows what else? If you're enjoying listening, please like and subscribe, and do me a favor, tell a couple friends about it as well! If you still haven't left a review, I'd really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it's really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/COMG8392611016 Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, and “The West Wing,” available on HBO, I highly recommend both. Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lourdement battues par la Nouvelle-Zélande et le Canada lors du WXV, les Tricolores terminent la compétition avec beaucoup de questions et peu de réponses, alors que le temps presse, à un an de la Coupe du monde en Angleterre. Qu'est ce qui ne va pas en équipe de France et pourquoi les Bleues ne progressent plus ? Un podcast présenté par Léa Leostic, avec Justine Saint-Sevin et Patrick Sowden. Enregistrement : Mathis Rouanet.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Stu and Derek react to Canada's win over Ireland at WXV before diving into the new World Rugby laws.
The date is Friday, 11 October 2024 and women's sports news discussed on the podcast today include:
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy as we preview two big Interpro games in the BKT United Rugby Championship. Later (56:10), Hannah O'Connor joins the pod to recap Ireland's WXV defeat to Canada, and look ahead to Friday's game versus USA.
Stu and Derek breakdown Canada's opening match of the WXV!
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you details of Emerging Ireland's 36-24 win over the Pumas in Bloemfontein, and we get immediate reaction from head coach Simon Easterby.We check in with Linda Djougang ahead of Ireland's second WXV outing in Langley. Michael Cheika's received a ban from the RFU, and Leicester are not happy. And Agustin Creevy proves you're never too old for a change of scenery.
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Jonny Holland to recap a busy weekend in the URC, including Connacht's comeback win against the Sharks and Munster's shock defeat to Zebre. Later (44:40), former Ireland international Hannah O'Connor reacts to Ireland's incredible win against New Zealand in the WXV.
Ashy, Danny and Chris react to an eventful weekend of rugby including Christian Wade's hat-trick for Gloucester. Is Ashy going to be tempted out of retirement or is he resigned to losing his Premiership try record? We chat to the league's in-form 9 as Bath's Ben Spencer reflects on their win at Welford Road and tells us about his England ambitions. There are upsets in the URC and WXV, but not in the Rugby Championship. Is this Springbok team the greatest ever? And there are more complications for Steve Borthwick as he tries to rebuild his coaching team before the autumns.
On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to Ireland's incredible bonus point win over New Zealand in the WXV. We hear from Player of the Match Aoife Wafer, captain Edel McMahon, and head coach Scott Bemand. Jack Conan has been linked with linked with a potential move to France, and there's reaction to the news from Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber. RG Snyman is on target to make his Leinster debut. And Stade Français sack their head coach just 4 games into the new Top 14 season.
Matt and Zach are joined this week by YSC Rugby's Wendy Young to talk all things WXV, the massive international women's rugby competition that kicks off this weekend. -Is this England's tournament to lose? -What are we hoping to see from the US in the WXV1 tier? -Can Canada continue to be 'giant killers' on the international stage? -Does Australia have more than just big spiders? -Are people from the Netherlands the tallest in the world? Tune in to find out!
NEW YORK, NY – With a ton of rugby suddenly upon us, including the URC, Premiership, WXV and suddenly wild TRC, our eclectic panel of #WWE Hall of Famer/Rugby Advocate John Bradshaw Layfield, Irish legend George Hook, King Gift Egbelu, Steve “The Lizard” Lewis and Matt “Money” McCarthy. has their hands full. See what they drop in 24 total minutes. INCLUDED: 37-26 Record Pumas Win Over Boks Did Che Guevara Play Rugby? Benetton Booed At Home Glasgow Gutted in Belfast WXV Worst Anthem & Haka Sensational Sarries Argentina Financial Genius F***ing Dragons Win! Toulouse Road Warriors Picks of the Week
The Wallabies play their final match of the Rugby Championship, while the Wallaroos prepare to kick off their WXV 2 campaign in South Africa. The two Nicks take their lunchbreaks to discuss the Wallabies squad for Wellington and Bledisloe II, before Nick W flies solo to discuss the Wallaroos. WARNING: a few naught words. We're very naughty boys! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jeff and Tom return to talk about all the weekend's action and look ahead to the second round of the URC and the WXV.
With Derek away, Stu gives you a quick rundown on the Dallas Jackals departure from MLR, Canada vs Tonga, and tees up the WXV!
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman and Johne Murphy to recap an incredible opening weekend of games in the BKT United Rugby Championship. We are also joined by former Ireland international Hannah O'Connor, who looks ahead to Ireland's first WXV game against New Zealand.
Welcome to Season 5 Episode 43 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast!We are the People's Podcast, providing a platform for rugby lovers to come together and support the game that's played in heaven. In this Bledisloe Cup preview episode, Lachie chats with Kiwi social media personality Ella Ferguson to preview Bledisloe Cup Game 1, Wallaroos and Black Ferns upcoming games in WXV and Super Rugby Pacific's new format for 2025!Catch more of Ella Ferguson at: https://www.tiktok.com/@ellaferguson5?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcFollow us on Discord, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!Contribute to the pod at: https://ko-fi.com/pickanddriverugbyJoin Discord: https://discord.gg/4BVAq
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has mixed news on the injury front for Leinster, with the start of the URC season just over a week away. The Springboks have opted to rest a host of front line players for their Rugby Championship trip to Argentina. We hear from Fiona Hayes ahead of Ireland's one-off test with Australia, and how they can compete with the WXV big guns. A former Leinster flanker has secured a move to the Premiership. And Scottish Rugby has a new CEO.
Welcome to the first episode of the Rugby Wrap Up ... podcast! That's right, we're adding this, our flagship podcast, to our already robust roster of great rugby content. This week host Matt McCarthy and producer Zach Lanning will talk The Rugby Championship, the Pacific Nations Cup, WXV, and College Rugby before taking an in-depth look at the Premiership ahead of week 1. Going forward the show will allow host Matt McCarthy, producer Zach Lanning, and a rotating panel of guests to explore in depth some of the hottest and most important topics in the game at every level!
Wherein I get really excited to chat with some good friends about the upcoming WXV season! We act serious sometimes, but fear not, there's still plenty of silliness. The entire video can be found on our YouTube Channel, please follow, like, and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDePss-eGQM&t=20s If you're enjoying listening, you can always buy me a beverage through the link below, or you can sign up through Anchor to become a monthly supporter! If you still haven't left a review, I'd really appreciate it if you could take that bit of time, it's really more helpful than I can say. In the meantime, thanks as always for your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ScrumOfTheEarth https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/COMG8392611016 Sound bites commonly used in this show are from the show, “Still Game,” available on Netflix, I highly recommend it. Thanks, cheers and be well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest on the scandals rocking French rugby. Melvyn Jaminet is subject of an investigation by the Paris prosecutor's office, and Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou remain detained in Mendoza. Leinster confirmed the worst-kept secret in rugby. And Ireland's fixtures for this year's WXV are revealed.
Gareth Rhys Own, Lauren Jenkins and Philippa Tuttiett head into camp with Wales women ahead of their WXV play-off match against Spain. They also reflect further on Wales men's defeat to South Africa at Twickenham and assess their hopes ahead of the upcoming tour in Australia.
WRP 189 - Too Goede. Off the back of Canada's historic win over The Black Ferns down in New Zealand, whilst picking up the Pacific 4 title; we chat to their captain and probably the best player in the world right now, Sophie De Goede. Sophie speaks about that amazing result in Christchurch, the history made and the effect it has had back home, especially with hosting wXV 1 later in the year. The back rower also talks about another impressive win she was involved with but with her club Saracens; as they beat league leaders Gloucester-Hartpury at the weekend. Sadia runs us through the rest of the PWR results and gives a full preview of the final round of regular season games. And there's all the news from the likes of France, Hong Kong and South Africa with Rori Taylorson. #WRP Coming soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WRP 188 - Pac 4 power. Canada have had a brilliant week, winning the Pacific 4 title! Sarah Bern chats about this and the impact it might have on Canadian rugby, especially with the country hosting wXV1 later this year but also the wider game; beating New Zealand in New Zealand is no mean feat! The USA also finished on a high in the "Pac 4," this is spoken about too. Qualification for the three wXV tournaments have had some developments, Berner gets us up to speed on those. The PWR, in England, is reaching it's conclusion with a huge result over the weekend, as Saracens smashed Exeter in Devon to grab a home semi. There's reaction from Saracens stalwart and player of the match at Sandy Park, Sarah McKenna. The performances of the top 4 are discussed and where do you think Berner would prefer to travel to for a semi final, the Stone X or Kingsholm?!? There all the rest of the news too from 7 Challenger series to the Bulls dominating in South Africa to new age grade teams and new U20 tournaments! Coming soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WRP 180 - 6 Nations preview part 2 - Captains' log. In the second instalment of this week's previews we concentrate on the players, the captains. We spoke to all six captains at the 6 Nations launch; Marlie Packer, Rachel Malcolm the Scotland skipper, Eilsa Giordano from Italy, Wales leader Hannah Jones and Ireland co-captain Sam Monaghan. The chats go from moods in the camp, who's new, who is training the house down to you would you pick from any other nation to play on your side?! The opening fixtures are discussed, the progress and what has been worked on since the wXV tournaments and the hopes, goals and aspirations for this 6 Nations tournament. Again apologies for the sound quality the launch was a very busy, noisy even! Tomorrow we have the third and final preview pod of the week with Sarah Bern, analysing all the team news ahead of the opening round and we'll have all the rest of the global news as well.#WRP womensrugbypod@gmail.com Coming soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WRP 178 - Squads everywhere. Just days away from the 6 Nations the last four squads have been announced. Sarah Bern, the injured Red Roses star gives her views on who has been selected not only for the squad but potentially for the first few games. She speaks of the experienced heads returning, like Zoe Harrison, Zoe Aldcroft and Emily Scarratt and gives her unique insight to them. Where will John Mitchell, the head coach, will have his biggest headaches, the back five of the scrum, the midfield? The newly announced Wales squad is looked at, Berner looks at the pack in particular - her area of expertise the front but also the back row and the fierce competition in the back row. The depth that is growing in the Welsh squad, bolstered by some returning players and those who impressed in the Celtic Challenge. France and Italy both with some changes, Berner picks out the player to look out for and what she expects from each of the sides in this tournament. The PWR results, from England, are looked at especially a "statement win" for Bristol over Saracens. Rori has all the news including results from the 7s Challenger series, Super Rugby Aupiki and details on the Netherlands versus Colombia match for a place in wXV, happening this weekend. #WRP womensrugbypod@gmail.com Coming soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WRP 177 - News round - up. A short sharp pod this week, with a catch up on all the news from all over the globe with our very own Moira Stuart - Rori Taylorson. There are results from England, France, New Zealand; we catch up on 7s from Los Angeles where lots of milestones were reached by some amazing women in our sport. Where are this year wXV tournaments being held, who is the last to qualify for wXV, who won the Varsity match here in England and what is going on in Italy and contracted players? And there's news on who is moving from rugby union to rugby league and some messages from you the listeners. There is lots of content coming your way as the Women's 6 Nations rolls into town in the coming weeks, plus a regular feature from down under........stay tuned. #WRP womensrugbypod@gmail.com Coming soon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you interesting team news from England ahead of Ireland's trip to Twickenham on Saturday-week. Italy welcome back an experienced duo as they aim to cause another Six Nations upset. Owen Farrell discusses his decision to leave Saracens for the first time. And the venues for this year's WXV are confirmed.
It's been hailed as a "game-changer" in the frontline fight against brain injuries in collision sports. But the roll-out of smart mouthguard technology in the Super Rugby Pacific this season has caused angst behind the scenes for some players and coaches. The instrumented mouthguards, which can detect high impact collisions, have been made mandatory by World Rugby at the elite level. But teams are concerned about potential teething problems after a raft of issues emerged following its use in the women's WXV competition in October. In Depth's Sports Correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Corin Dann.
We chat the final round of the WXV, the return (of the pod) to domestic action, and octogenarian Sky Q. more content, episodes, access to the FB group and much more at patreon.com/bloodandmud Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NEW YORK, NY - The Rugby World Cup is over and the Webb Ellis Trophy is staying in South Africa - again. This week's The Rugby Odds has all the subplots, plus the URC, Top14 and, WXV & English Premiership. Irish Legend George Hook, #WWE Hall of Famer John Bradshaw Layfield, King Gift Egbelu (Inventor of Words) and Matt “Money” McCarthy offer/reject opinions in an entertaining and insightful 24 minutes. INCLUDED: What We Learned Rassie Best In RWC History George Hook re Marler v Beaumont Bunker Bombs Olympic 15s? URC WXV Premiership Top14 Wooden Spoon Walk Of Shame Picks Of The Week THANKS to Zach Buhro and Zach Lanning for their work on this. WATCHING IS BETTER. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/ljIXUJd9tWQ Watch... Listen/Download the Podcast version... Please share and join our weekly newsletter: http://rugbywrapup.com/weekly-updates/ Find All Here: -Web: http://www.RugbyWrapUp.com -Twitter: https://twitter.com/RugbyWrapUp @RugbyWrapUp, @Matt_McCarthy00, @JonnyLewisFilms, @LizardRugby, @LanningZach, @ColbyMarshall2, @Junoir Blaber, @JWB_RWU, @MeetTheMatts, @Declan Yeats. -Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/RugbyWrapUp -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RugbyWrapUp -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RugbyWrapUp -Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/RugbyWrapUp #USARugby #MajorLeagueRugby #RugbyWrapUp #OldGlory #RugbyATL #MLR2020 #SixNations #WorldRugby #SuperRugby #Top14 #PremiershipRugby #Pro14 #URC #UnitedRugbyChampionship #RugbyOdds #RugbyBetting
The Springboks are Rugby World Cup champions and the lads are here to analyse just how they did it and why the All Blacks fell short. The big calls in the game get scrutinised and the World Rugby Awards winners get their flowers. The lads also predict what's going down in the decisive final round of WXV 1 action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Thursday's bumper Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news for Saturday's World Cup final. We hear from Jacques Nienaber, Siya Kolisi, Sam Cane and Ian Foster. The RFU come out swinging against the decision to clear Bongi Mbonambi. Ireland name their team to play Spain in the WXV.Plus, those Eddie Jones rumours have cropped up yet again Down Under.
On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you team news for Saturday's World Cup semi-final clash of England and the Springboks. We hear from Owen Farrell, Steve Borthwick, Jacques Nienaber and Siya Kolisi.The All Blacks can't stop name-checking Ireland, plus ex-Leinster man Felipe Contepomi plots another shock Pumas win. And the Ireland team to play Colombia in the WXV is in, and shows three changes.
It's a big weekend for rugby fans - there is, of course, a World Cup semi-final involving the All Blacks on Saturday morning. But there's another international involving New Zealand's top rugby team on Saturday night in Wellington. The Black Ferns will meet France in the opening test of the new WXV tournament. It'll be the first time the teams have faced each other since the Black Ferns edged France out of last year's Rugby World Cup semi-final by one point. Kathryn is joined by Sally Horrox, Chief of Women's Rugby at World Rugby, on how the tournament will work and what she hopes it'll do for the women's game.
On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Cathal Mullaney brings you the details of Scott Bemand's Ireland women's squad for the WXV tournament in Dubai.Dan Sheehan speaks of his relief at shaking off injury to travel to the World Cup.Joey Carbery says he'll be ready if he's called upon by Andy Farrell during the tournament. And Colin Slade has his say on Steve Hansen's decision to help out Australia in recent weeks.
Sara Orchard and Philippa Tuttiett are joined by former Ireland captain Ciara Griffin to talk all things Ireland and preview this weekend's game at Musgrave Park with runaway leaders England. We also tackle the important issues, like how Philippa earned the nickname 'Hollywood' during her playing career. Plus, Sally Horrox from World Rugby gives us the latest on WXV, the new international tournament for women's rugby which launches in October.