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US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, hosted by the dynamic duo of Bill Baker of Eagles Overseas Rugby and John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning, is a captivating blend of insightful rugby discussions, entertaining banter, and a celebration of the sport’s spirit. With their wealth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm, Baker and Fitzpatrick create an engaging space for rugby enthusiasts to connect and revel in the game’s glory. Whether delving into the latest matches or sharing anecdotes with special guests, this live show is a must-attend for anyone passionate about rugby, offering a delightful intersection of camaraderie and sports analysis.


Guests have included head coaches Gary Gold, Rob Cain and Mike Friday. USA Eagles Joe Taufete’e, Greg Peterson, Kate Zackary, Hope Rogers, Christian Dyer, and Hall of Famers, Dan Lyle and Todd Clever. Major League Rugby stars Mitch Wilson, Nick Civetta, Connor Mooneyham and MLR Commissioner, George Killebrew. Those covering the news too, including Brian Ray of Americas Rugby News and Wendy Young of YSC Rugby. 


Join us live Wednesdays, live-streamed on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube and Twitter (show times vary), or catch the replays right here! Follow @eaglesoverseas on Twitter and Instagram for weekly guest announcements and direct link to the live shows.


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

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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
USA Eagle No. 458, and former Newcastle Falcon and Glasgow Warrior, Greg Peterson, joined the show to talk about joining Major League Rugby’s San Diego Legion and this year’s USA Rugby calendar. Greg shares the reasoning for leaving European rugby to move to the West coast… well, let’s just say the weather may have had something to do with it. What’s Greg’s take on MLR’s differences in the style of play compared to URC or Prem Rugby. And, how are San Diego 4-1 after losing so many players in the off-season? Great fun as usual with Greg Peterson. 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
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill and John are joined by new USA Rugby CEO, Bill Goren. Bill, excited to lead our domestic game in the right direction, and what does that look like? How do fans trust USA Rugby again after bankruptcies and failures on the field. Bill also shares a bit about his background, working with MLB, MLL, MLR and others.. In this hugely important time for USA Rugby, leading up to the LA Olympics, Paris Olympics, 2031 and 2033 Rugby World Cups, is this the time for the Eagles and building the fanbase?  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 replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, New England Free Jacks’ Co-Founder and CEO, Alex Magleby, joined Bill and John to talk about the Free Jacks’ winning model and improving on it. Mags shares the business side of running a team, the growth of MLR and the future of the league. New England Free Jacks are well known for their fan experience, especially off the pitch. Did someone say something about IPA beer fests, goats and chickens, and a BBQ Truck!? Some great info that all MLR clubs need to follow.  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 New England Free Jacks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John update listeners on the latest USA Rugby news, including the women playing South Africa this weekend, USA Men vs Scotland tickets on salem and, Ryan Ye joins in to share his thoughts on the first 4 weeks of the MLR season; which teams are hot, and which are not. And, who to look out for on each team.   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill and John are joined by USA Eagle and the latest addition to the Queensland Reds Super Rugby squad, Charli Jacoby. In a hilarious episode, Charli talks about making that move to Australia for club rugby, her Reds teammates and style of play than she is used to playing, and what about her future USA plans? How long should we expect to see her in a USA uniform? Oh, and maybe Charli sings us a few lines from Dolly Parton’s Jolene!   You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John welcomed Houston SaberCats Flyhalf, Davy Coetzer, to catch up on Houston’s season, one of only two teams remaining in MLR undefeated, albeit early in the season. Also, we talk about his Houston teammates, and what are Davy’s international plans? Does he have USA Eagles’ plans once qualified?    Bill also teases an upcoming interview with the directors of the film, Uproar, which was just released in limited theaters in North America this week. Paul Middleditch and Hamish Bennett talk about working with stars, Minnie Driver, Rhys Darby and Julian Dennison on this film based on actual events in 1981 when South Africa Springboks toured New Zealand during Apartheid and how a 17 year-old student, played by Julien, is forced to get off the fence he has actively sat on all his life to stand up for himself, his Maori family and his future in this heartwarming story of identity.   You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Houston SaberCats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John welcomed Houston SaberCats Seth Smith, the week after making his MLR debut, making him the youngest to ever suit up in the MLR. Seth, with a level head on his shoulders, is cherishing the moment, understanding how important his debut is to the Houstoun youth rugby scene, and we also talk about his future aspirations; USA senior cap, World Cup?     You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Seth Smith Houston SaberCats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill and John recap Anthem Rugby Carolina’s inaugural match against the Free Jacks, including interviews with USA Head Coach, Scott Lawrence, Anthem Head Coach & USA Assistant Coach, Alama Ieremia, Anthem Wing, David Still and New England’s Tom Kindley about Anthem, what it means to the growth of USA Rugby, and also that night’s matchup against the MLR reigning champs, Free Jacks.    You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Bill & John bring on MLR Stats Guru, James Deeley, to preview the 2024 Major League Rugby season, kicking off this weekend. Who’s the favorite to win it all? How will the new teams, RFCLA, Miami and Anthem do? RFCLA, piggybacking off HSBC 7s and USA Rugby, will that bring us a record crowd for their first match? Also, Phill Harris of The Jacks Rangers Show, a New England Free Jacks podcast, drops in to give us his reasons why the Free Jacks will be the first repeat champions in MLR history. So many questions about this season!    You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning The Jacks Rangers Show James Deeley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Women’s 7s Head Coach, Emilie Bydwell, missed out on Vancouver sushi to join Bill & John to talk about the Vancouver & LA HSBC Stops, preparing for the final leg leading up to the Paris Olympics. Is Emilie getting goosebumps thinking about floating down the Seine in the opening ceremonies?    You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Will Hooley, USA Eagle #517 and co-host of The Rugby Rundown, joined Bill and John to talk about his new show, airing on The Rugby Network, MLR, USA Rugby and more. Which MLR team looks the strongest going into the new season? What does USA Rugby’s future look like with the help of Anthem Rugby Carolina.  An extended version of the show is available the Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel - Our crack AI team comes up with images of what Will is doing while in post-playing retirement…  Legion fan? Pickleball? What would it look like if he got his senior cap for England instead of USA? Let’s just say, it’s a bit disturbing. You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle & Anthem Rugby Carolina’s Jake Turnbull joined Bill & John to discuss leaving the Seattle Seawolves and joining the newest Major League Rugby franchise, Anthem Rugby Carolina. Jake also talks about his new teammates, what it would mean to be the ‘old guy’ on the roster and who is he rooting for to win the Super Bowl? Wait till you hear his Shooter McGavin story!   You can also watch this interview on Eagles Overseas’ Youtube Channel.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Seattle Seawolves tighthead prop, Mason Pedersen, who sits on the United States Rugby Players Association (USRPA) talks to Bill and John about the ground breaking news about the deal between Major League Rugby and its players. What does it mean for the player’s security, health and what input will they players have now in MLR decisions. We also catch up on the Seawolves and the 2024 season expectations.   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Rugby General Manager of High Performance, Tamara Sheppard joins Bill and John to talk about the newest MLR franchise, Anthem Rugby Carolina and its importance to the American game’s growth on an international stage. Mirroring the Fiji Drua side, World Rugby has invested in USA Rugby’s growth leading up to the 2031 RWC. Will it work? Time will tell.    Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  http://www.eaglesoverseas.com eaglesoverseas@comcast.net   John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. John@rugbymorning.com http://www.rugbymorning.com   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, the new USA Women’s XV’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, joined Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick to talk about taking over the program, his goals for the team, the 2024 calendar and so much more. Also, who is Coach Fukofuka? Find out about his past rugby experiences.   Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.   Show Links: Eagles Overseas Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Season 4 is upon us and Bill & John unveil a "new" show! This episode is a soft launch of Season 4, testing out the video functions while talking about Season 3 of the show, the year past in rugby, and the year to come in 2024. Lots of chat about new MLR teams, new jerseys and much more!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Here’s another Best of episode of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE… Way back in May of 2023, we touched base with USA 7s star, and quite the social media influencer, Ilona Maher. Ilona was still recovering from a leg injury and anxious to get back on the circuit, looks back on her career thus far, including being named to the World Rugby Dream Team and her time at Quinnipiac. Does she see herself playing 15s again? You may be surprised by her response.  Also, Fitzy and I take notes as Ilona teaches us old farts how to go viral on social media… while keeping our clothes on.  That’s no fun.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As we continue to look back at the year in US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Fitzy and I experimented with a new jingle for the show.. We think it’s grammy award winning type stuff… The best money free AI can get you… and the two guests in today’s Best of episode agreed!  Rachel Johnson and Mata Hingano joined us from South Africa right in the middle of the inaugural WXV competition. Hingano, fresh off her USA XVs debut and player of the match honors, talks about earning that first XVs cap, her future rugby goals and who on the team has been the most helpful in her progress… lets just say, we needed to nudge her to say something nice about Rachel, who was sitting right next to her! 😂Rachel discusses the importance of these tournaments in the growth of the women’s game, playing for multiple USA head coaches of late, and the 2023-24 PWR season with Exeter Chiefs. Give it a listen, you won’t be disappointed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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