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The Windy City’s Steel Boot: Chris Hilsenbeck on the Hounds’ Undefeated Run
Get ready for a high-octane interview with USA Eagle #590 and Chicago Hounds fly-half Chris Hilsenbeck. We kick things off with a custom intro song—f…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
March Madness on the Pitch: The Ultimate 2026 CRC Preview
Get ready for the biggest weekend in American college rugby as hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick dive deep into the 16th annual Collegiate Rugby …
4 months ago
Building the Future: Jack Hanratty on the Eagles' Evolution and the Pacific Four Series
In this episode, Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick sit down once again with USA Women’s Head Coach Jack Hanratty to recap a whirlwind opening to the Pa…
4 months ago
Drafting the Blueprint: Conner Mooneyham on Anthem’s Rise and the "Prime at 30" Mindset
In this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour, we sit down with the man who started it all as the first-ever Major League Rugby draft pick, Conner Mooneyham…
4 months, 1 week ago
From the Saddle to the Scrum: USA Eagle Olivia Ortiz
In this episode of the US Rugby Happy Hour, host Bill Baker and co-host John Fitzpatrick sit down with USA Eagle #289 and Sale Sharks scrum-half Oliv…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The Reset is Real: The Ultimate 2026 Major League Rugby Season Preview
Bill & Fitzy welcome Rugby on ESPN Host, Will Hooley, New England Free Jacks' new GM, Todd Thornley, and MLR Co-President, Graeme Bradbury to preview…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Emerald City Arrival: Paddy Ryan on Joining Seattle and the 2026 USA Rugby Outlook
The episode opens with our upbeat, signature "Happy Hour" jingle, instantly setting a high-energy tone for a conversation that balances veteran wisdo…
5 months ago
The Future of the Whistle: Luke Rogan on MLR’s New Review System and the 6 Nations Stage
This week, we are joined by one of Major League Rugby’s most experienced officials, Luke Rogan. Fresh off a prestigious assignment refereeing the U20…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
The Jack Hanratty Era: From Olympic Silver to Leading the Eagles
Welcome to a special edition of the US Rugby Happy Hour with hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick. This episode kicks off with a high-energy intro j…
6 months, 1 week ago
A New Era for American Rugby: Inside the Historic MLR CBA with Chris Mattina
In this landmark episode of the US Rugby Happy Hour, hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick sit down with Chris Mattina, Executive Director of the US …
6 months, 2 weeks ago