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How Kanaloa Rugby would run Moana Pasifika with guest Tracy Atiga
May 6, 2026
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The All Blacks Biggest Loss at Home, Manu Samoa New Low, Black Ferns No Coverage
Sep 16, 2025
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All Blacks vs France, Moana Pasifika Money Probe and Ponsonby Rugby wins home grounds
Jul 8, 2025
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All Blacks Named, Lions Tour Australia, Super Rugby Pacific a season in review.
Jun 24, 2025
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Super Rugby Pacific Bottom Five Review & Top Six Playoffs, who will survive?
Jun 3, 2025
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/6/26 | How Kanaloa Rugby would run Moana Pasifika with guest Tracy Atiga | The uso from the Weswes Network and host of the COUNTER RUCK Stacey sits down with Kanaloa Rugby CEO Tracy Atiga and chat about the Demise of Moana Pasifika and the bid Kanaloa Rugby proposes to save the Moana Pasifika team. | — | ||||||
| 9/16/25 | The All Blacks Biggest Loss at Home, Manu Samoa New Low, Black Ferns No Coverage | The usos from the WesWes Network Stace and Joey delve into the recent performances of New Zealand rugby teams, focusing on the All Blacks' record defeat against South Africa, coaching strategies, and the future of rugby in New Zealand. They discuss the implications of grassroots development, the struggles of Manu Samoa, and the promising campaign of the Black Ferns in the World Cup. The conversation highlights the need for improvement in player performance, coaching, and fan engagement to revitalize the sport. | — | ||||||
| 7/8/25 | All Blacks vs France, Moana Pasifika Money Probe and Ponsonby Rugby wins home grounds | The usos from the WesWes Network Stace, Joey and Roger delve into the thrilling opening test match between the All Blacks and France. They discuss the game's highlights, the performance of debutantes, and the tactical decisions made by both teams. The conversation also explores the French squad's talent depth and the implications for future matches. As they look ahead to the second test, they analyze potential changes in the All Blacks' lineup and the impact of weather conditions on gameplay. In this episode, the hosts delve into the All Blacks' midfield strategy, discussing the selection of muscular 12s and the implications for playmaking. They predict the outcome of the upcoming game against France, highlighting the All Blacks' strengths. The conversation shifts to Moana Pacifica, addressing recent corporate mismanagement and its impact on the team. The hosts celebrate Ponsonby Rugby Club's success in maintaining their home ground against corporate interests. Finally, they discuss upcoming matches and make predictions, reflecting on the evolving landscape of rugby. | — | ||||||
| 6/24/25 | All Blacks Named, Lions Tour Australia, Super Rugby Pacific a season in review. | The usos from the WesWes Network Stacey and Joey discuss the recent Super Rugby final, analyze the performance of various teams throughout the season, and delve into the All Blacks' squad selection for the upcoming series against France. They also preview the Lions series, offering predictions and insights into the current state of international rugby. The conversation highlights the evolving dynamics of rugby in New Zealand and Australia, the significance of team culture, and the challenges faced by different squads as they prepare for upcoming competitions. | — | ||||||
| 6/3/25 | Super Rugby Pacific Bottom Five Review & Top Six Playoffs, who will survive? | The Usos from the WesWes Network, Stace and Roger, discuss the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season and the bottom 5 teams that didn't make the playoffs, including Moana Pasifika and their inspirational leader, Ardie Savea. Then, the boys preview the Top Six Playoffs and discuss each game, as well as who they think will emerge as champions. | — | ||||||
| 5/5/25 | Round 12 Reactions & Round 13 Previews plus TAB multis | The usos from the WesWes Network, Stace and Joey discuss Round 12 results in Super Rugby Pacific, including the Blues' must-win match against the Western Force. Then the boys look ahead and preview upcoming matches for Round 13. | — | ||||||
| 4/28/25 | Round 11 Reactions & Round 12 Previews plus Predicted All Blacks Forwards for July | The Usos from the WesWes Network, Stace, Roger, and Joey, react to all the Super Rugby Pacific matches in Round 11 (1:29), including the Blues losing to the Reds and the Crusaders' domination of the Highlanders. Then the boys look into this weekend and preview Round 12. (48:29) Then, the boys predict the All Blacks selections of the Forwards from 1 to 8. (1:30:20) Lastly, the boys give final thoughts, and Roger gives tribute to Grant Kopua, a Waitemata Rugby stalwart who recently passed away Roger also reads a tribute from the Waitemata Rugby Facebook page. | — | ||||||
| 4/8/25 | Can the Blues Defend their Title? Round 8 Review, All Black Backline Mock Selections. | The Usos from the WesWes Network Stace, Rog and Joey discuss Round 8 of Super Rugby Pacific and review matches to be played this week including Moana Pasifika and The Blues. Joey gives a good reason why the Blues will defend their championship title. Then the boys each give their picks for All Blacks Backline selections. | — | ||||||
| 3/18/25 | Super Rugby Pacific Round 5 Reaction, Can the Blues win Back to Back? | The Usos from the WesWes Network Stacey and Joey discuss and review Round 5 Super Rugby Pacific matches on the weekend. The Hurricanes getting just their second win of the season at the Highlanders, the Blues losing to the top-of-the-table Chiefs and discuss what is wrong with the Blues and if they can go back to back this season, and the might of Crusaders Rugby. Then theusos preview the matches this week in Round 6 of Super Rugby and give their predictions. Lastly the boys pick a multi on TAB.. | — | ||||||
| 2/18/25 | Super Rugby Round 1 Reactions, The Prop Shape, Player Of The Year Update, NZR vs INEOS | The usos from the WesWes Network Stace, Roger, and Joey start the pod with predictions for this year's Super Rugby (2:28) and then get into Round 1 results of the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season and give takes on which team surprised and which team disappointed. (5:18) Then the usos discuss the evolution of the rugby prop. (1:04:01) Then the boys give their picks for round 2 (1:16:35), and give updates on the Super Rugby Player of the Year points, (1:41:45) Then they talk about the recent sponsorship deal gone sour with Ineos and NZR (1:46:05) | — | ||||||
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| 2/4/25 | Super Rugby Pacific 2025 Season Preview | The usos from the WesWes Network Stacey and Joey are back for the new year to discuss the new season of Super Rugby Pacific. The boys go through each NZ Super Franchise and break down who's in and who's out and how they will fair during the season. Also, the boys give predictions at the end and betting tips for TAB. | — | ||||||
| 9/7/24 | ALL BLACKS LOSE 2ND TEST TO SPRINGBOKS | In this episode of the Counter-Ruck podcast, The usos from the WesWes Network Stacey and Simon discuss the recent Springboks vs All Blacks game and analyze the performance of both teams. They highlight the All Blacks' struggles in closing out games and the lack of depth in key positions, particularly at fly-half. They also discuss the importance of blooding new players and the need for a cool, calm first five. The conversation touches on the atmosphere at South African games compared to New Zealand games and the decline in interest in rugby union in New Zealand. Overall, they remain optimistic about the All Blacks' future and look forward to the upcoming Bledisloe Cup tests. | — | ||||||
| 2/19/24 | ep.53 THE WESWES SUPER RUGBY PACIFIC 2024 PREVIEW | The WesWes Networks Stacey and Joey are back for 2024 and give their opinions on each of the New Zealand Super Rugby team's chances to take out this year's championship. The boys also touch on the Australian teams and talk about the recent NZ Herald listing the all-time great Super Rugby 1st 15 for each franchise. For more WesWes Network podcasts go here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 11/7/23 | ep.52 WORLD RUGBY AWARDS, 2024 PREDICTIONS, CLUB RUGBY TALK | The WesWes Networks Stacey, Roger, and Joey discuss the winners of the World Rugby Awards, and then give their Rugby predictions for 2024, Who Will be the All Blacks captain next year? Then the boys discuss how new All Blacks coach Scott Robertson will go next year. Finally, the boys discuss Auckland club rugby and Manukau Rovers coach Doug Sanft moving to Marist. | — | ||||||
| 11/1/23 | ep.51 ALL BLACKS LOSE RWC, TMO TKO, THE FOZZIE SHOW | The WesWes Networks Stacey, Roger, and Joey discuss the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final match between the South African Springboks and the New Zealand All Blacks and talk about the controversial officiating by way of the TMO. Then the boys discuss All Blacks coach Ian Foster, his legacy, and whats next for him. For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 10/26/23 | ep.50 WORLD CUP FINAL PREVIEW, NEW NATIONS CHAMPIONSHIP ANNOUNCED, TIER 2 IN TROUBLE | Join the WesWes Networks Stacey, Roger, and Joey as they discuss the Rugby World Cup Semi-Finals and the loses to Argentina and England, then the boys discuss this weekend's Grand Final between the Springboks and the All Blacks and give their predictions. Then the boys discuss the World Rugby announcements for a new Nations Championship competition starting in 2026 and a new Pacific Nations Cup competition starting next year. For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 10/19/23 | ep.49 QUALITY QUARTERS, MANU SAMOA REVIEW | The WesWes Networks Stace, Roger, and Joey talk about how exciting and often tense the Rugby World Cup Quarter Finals were and review each match. The boys also assess the campaign of Manu Samoa and their exit from the World Cup and look to the future. All this and this weeks Semi-Final previews For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 9/13/23 | ep.48 CAN MANU SAMOA MAKE THE QUARTERS?, MANU SAMOA VS CHILE PREVIEW | The WesWes Networks Stacey, Roger, and Joey talk about the 2023 Rugby World Cup and Manu Samoa. Can Samoa get out of their pool and make the Quarter Finals? The boys also discuss if there be a major upset in the pool rounds of the Rugby World Cup. And finally, the boys discuss looking forward to this weekend's round of pool matches as we head into the second weekend of games. For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 9/11/23 | ep.47 ALL BLACKS BEATEN, FIJI FALL SHORT, REFS WIN | The 2023 Rugby World Cup is here and the WesWes Networks Stacey, Roger, and Joey discuss the shocking loss to the All Blacks from the host nation France in the first match of the Tournament. Then the boys talk about the heartbreaking loss to Fiji when they played Wales and the 50/50 calls from the ref. All this and more World Cup Previews and thoughts. For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 9/6/23 | ep.46 PART II: THE 2023 RUGBY WORLD CUP ULTIMATE PREVIEW | The WesWes Networks Stacey, Roger, and Joey discuss each of the Pools in the 2023 Rugby World Cup in the build-up to the first match of the Tournament All Blacks vs. France - PART 2 OF 2 For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 9/3/23 | ep.46 PART I: THE 2023 RUGBY WORLD CUP ULTIMATE PREVIEW | The WesWes Networks Stacey, Roger, and Joey discuss each of the Pools in the 2023 Rugby World Cup in the build-up to the first match of the Tournament All Blacks vs. France - PART 1 OF 2 For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 8/15/23 | ep.45 COMMENTS RESPONSE, ALL BLACKS SQUAD, RUGBY WORLD CUP | The WesWes Networks Stace and Joey discuss the comments they received from social media regarding the bias of Auckland Rugby Union selections. Then the boys discuss the All Blacks squad named for the Rugby World Cup and then talk about the notable omissions from the Springboks and Wallabies squads. For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 8/1/23 | ep.44 Q&A, BLEDISLOE CUP, NPC PREVIEW | The WesWes Networks Stace and Joey give shoutouts and responses to comments made on The Counter Ruck YouTube videos from the last episode. Then the boys talk about the weekend's All Blacks vs Wallabies Bledisloe Test. The Auckland Rugby selection process and how it seems politics gets in the way and then the boys also discuss the start of the NPC and give predictions and previews of New Zealand's domestic rugby competition For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 7/20/23 | ep.43 WE'RE BACK PART II : WALLABIES WOES, WORLD CUP PREDICTIONS, AUCKLAND CLUB RUGBY FINALS | The WesWes Networks Stace, Joey, and Roger continue their discussion on the All Blacks and their World Cup predictions. The boys also talk about Eddie Jones and the Wallabies' preparations and then Roger and Joey give insight into this weekend's Auckland Club Rugby Finals For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
| 7/18/23 | ep.43 WE'RE BACK PART I : ALL BLACKS RISING, FOZZIE RATINGS | The WesWes Networks Stace, Joey, and Roger discuss the All Blacks' win against the Springboks last weekend and then discuss how much of the win is attributed to Foster or his new Assistant Coaches. For more WesWes Network podcasts click here: https://linktr.ee/weswesnetwork | — | ||||||
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