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We talk about Old Glory players seeing action in college rugby and on the Military tour of England, and also dive into the solid win over Portugal by the Eagles - avenging the tie that lost us the spot in the World Cup.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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We're deep into the quiet of the off-season, but there's still plenty to talk about: the US Military team is touring the UK, the Eagles face off against Portugal, and some fascinating stats have come to light.
Mentioned in this episode:https://narugbydb.com/breaking-down-the-number-of-overall-cards-in-mlr-2018-2024/
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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We lead off with PR7s announcing an All Star event in Portland, the 2025 World Cup schedule, and a smattering of continued intrigue in the MLR off-season.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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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 hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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With Old Glory's signing of Steff Hughes still fresh off the press, we talk to the Welshman himself about his long career with Scarlets, why he's moving to the US, and how to pronounce Llanfairpwllgwyngyll.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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We talk about the brand new Old Glory Coach's Club with head coach Simon Cross, and get into his vision for rugby accross the DMV.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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The Pacific Nations Cup has ended with a 4th place finish for the Eagles, but first Fitzy talks to Collin Grosse and Koi Koi Nelligan about their alma mater Army's match this weekend against Navy.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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As the PNC nears it's conclusion, we discuss a fiery performance by the men's Eagles against Fiji and preview the opportunities ahead for the team - starting with a third-place matchup with Samoa.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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OGDC scrumhalf Connor Buckley joins us to discuss how he got into rugby, what it was like playing for New York and then for Old Glory, being named to the Eagles reserves, and his friendly rivalry with Ethan McVeigh.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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The Eagles handled their ABCs (Always Beat Canada) with a significant contribution from Old Glory players. We talk about that and the upcoming specter of Japan next weekend.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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Coaches Simon Cross and Kurt Baker joined us to close out the 2024 season and talk about the promising young talent picked up in this year's draft.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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After a few weeks off, we had a lot to talk about: Old Glory signings, MLR coaches leaving left and right, and the imminent draft.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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We dive into what has been an exciting Olympics for rugby, then speculate a little on some MLR rumors.
Note: this was recorded before the Women won bronze.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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After an undeniably disappointing playoff loss, we talk ourselves into feeling a bit better about where things ended and look ahead to the off-season.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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We express cautious confidence about the Eagles after the Scotland match, then stronger confidence about Old Glory's upcoming playoff match against New England.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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With the regular season wrapped up, we talk through the top performers of the year. Then we recap the disappointing performance of the Eagles against Romania and preview the upcoming match against Scotland in DC.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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The season is over, with Old Glory finishing a perfectly even .500 record. We talk about that, as well as the exciting final match against NOLA and the upcoming international fixtures.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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With AKP cruisin' through Croatia, Fantasy Ruckers Show host Ryan Ye hops on the mic and co-hosts with Fitzy. In this week's episode, the fellas recap Old Glory DC's playoff-clinching loss to Miami, preview what's at stake with the regular season finale against NOLA Gold on Saturday night, and catch up with OGDC flanker Cory Daniel.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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With AKP traipsing through the south of France, familiar voice Roland Pratt hops on the mic and co-hosts with Fitzy. In this week's episode, the fellas recap Old Glory C's thrilling come-from-behind victory against the Dallas Jackals, preview what's at stake with the match against the Miami Sharks on Saturday night, and catch up with OGDC attack coach Kurt Baker.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP -
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As we tackle the slobberknocker of a match with the New England Free Jacks and take a look at the next three games, Ishmail Shabazz joins us to talk about his rugby journey, his playing style, and how the team is coming together for a final playoff push.
About the hostsJohn Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletterHosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter SpacesTwitter: @rugbymorningAlistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious RugbyRuns Tackle the NumbersTwitter: @AlistairKP - Montre plus
