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Rugby Culture & MLR Championship Preview: Chicago vs. California | The National Maul & Ben Holden
Jun 19, 2026
46m 41s
MLR Finals Return to Chicago: A Weekend of Rugby, Community, and Growth
Jun 12, 2026
47m 12s
Unleashing the Dogs: The 61-Man USA Eagles Roster & Media Growth with Martin Pengelly
May 29, 2026
48m 20s
American Rugby Insights & The Power of Seaweed | Feat. Martin Pengelly & Paul Mullen
May 22, 2026
49m 38s
The Windy City’s Steel Boot: Chris Hilsenbeck on the Hounds’ Undefeated Run
May 14, 2026
37m 41s
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| 6/19/26 |  Rugby Culture & MLR Championship Preview: Chicago vs. California | The National Maul & Ben Holden | Join us for an expert breakdown of the MLR Championship between the Chicago Hounds and California as we chat with rugby journalist Martin Pengelly and announcer Ben Holden. Subscribe to our channel for the latest US rugby analysis and interviews: [Link to Channel] In this episode, we preview the upcoming MLR final, discuss the evolution of American rugby club culture with Martin Pengelly, and get a behind-the-scenes look at broadcast preparation from Ben Holden. Don’t miss out on our analysis of the Chicago Hounds' historic season! Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Eagles Overseas Legacy 03:20 Martin Pengelly: The National Maul & Rugby Culture 13:13 Father's Day Special & Unfinished Memoir 15:35 MLR Championship: Chicago vs. California Outlook 17:37 Ben Holden: MLR Broadcasting & Talent 23:26 The Realities of Live Sports Broadcasting 29:28 Calling a Championship Match 37:25 Predictions & Final Thoughts #MLR #USARugby #ChicagoHounds #RugbyPodcast #TheNationalMaul #BenHolden #RugbyChampionship —————————————— Connect with US Rugby Happy Hour: Twitter: https://x.com/AmerRugbyRising Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanrugbyrising/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRugbyRising/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@americanrugbyrising Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@americanrugbyrising BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/americanrugbyrisin.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3OjEHf8 🎧 Listen to this and previous episodes of US Rugby Happy Hour on Youtube and your favorite podcast player today! iHeart: bit.ly/3A43Tff Apple: bit.ly/3Uuj9u7 Spotify: bit.ly/3ZxjAa0 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkYbnIvt-gI&t=2s Like, follow, and subscribe and please leave a comment!! Check out americanrugbyrising.com for the latest on your USA Eagles, schedules, news and more, and visit rugbymorning.com for the latest on ALL rugby! Hosts, Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick are available for media opportunities and appearances. Contact information below. 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.americanrugbyrising.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 Martin Pengelly is a Washington-based reporter and editor. His “The National Maul” Substack about rugby in the US. His first book, Brotherhood: When West Point Rugby Went To War, is published by Godine. https://thenationalmaul.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 46m 41s | ||||||
| 6/12/26 |  MLR Finals Return to Chicago: A Weekend of Rugby, Community, and Growth✨ | Major League Rugby FinalsChicago rugby community+4 | Mags | Culture RFCFlatfoot 56+1 | ChicagoNavy Pier | MLR FinalsChicago rugby+5 | — | 47m 12s | |
| 5/29/26 |  Unleashing the Dogs: The 61-Man USA Eagles Roster & Media Growth with Martin Pengelly✨ | USA Eagles RosterAmerican Rugby Media+3 | Martin Pengelly | The National Maul SubstackMajor League Rugby | USAAustralia | USA Eaglesrugby media+3 | — | 48m 20s | |
| 5/22/26 |  American Rugby Insights & The Power of Seaweed | Feat. Martin Pengelly & Paul Mullen✨ | American rugby cultureseaweed+3 | Martin PengellyPaul Mullen | The GuardianOld Glory DC+2 | Aran Islands | rugbyseaweed+3 | — | 49m 38s | |
| 5/14/26 |  The Windy City’s Steel Boot: Chris Hilsenbeck on the Hounds’ Undefeated Run✨ | rugbyinterview+3 | Chris Hilsenbeck | Chicago HoundsNew England Free Jacks | CaliforniaHeidelberg+1 | Chris HilsenbeckChicago Hounds+3 | — | 37m 41s | |
| 4/24/26 |  March Madness on the Pitch: The Ultimate 2026 CRC Preview✨ | Collegiate Rugby ChampionshipAmerican college rugby+3 | Pat CliftonZach Lanning | National Collegiate Rugby | Washington, D.C. | Collegiate Rugby Championshipfantasy rugby+5 | — | 31m 23s | |
| 4/23/26 |  Building the Future: Jack Hanratty on the Eagles' Evolution and the Pacific Four Series✨ | American rugbyPacific Four Series+3 | Jack Hanratty | USA Women’sBlack Ferns+1 | — | rugbyEagles+5 | — | 43m 10s | |
| 4/16/26 |  Drafting the Blueprint: Conner Mooneyham on Anthem’s Rise and the "Prime at 30" Mindset✨ | Major League Rugbyathletic performance+4 | Conner Mooneyham | Anthem RugbyMajor League Rugby | — | Conner MooneyhamMajor League Rugby+5 | — | 28m 26s | |
| 4/10/26 |  From the Saddle to the Scrum: USA Eagle Olivia Ortiz✨ | USA RugbyOlivia Ortiz+3 | Olivia Ortiz | Sale SharksDavenport University | — | USA Eaglerugby+5 | — | 30m 40s | |
| 4/2/26 |  The Reset is Real: The Ultimate 2026 Major League Rugby Season Preview✨ | 2026 Major League Rugby Seasondomestic talent+3 | Will HooleyTodd Thornley+1 | New England Free JacksMajor League Rugby+1 | Charlotte | Major League Rugby2026 season preview+3 | — | 1h 13m 57s | |
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| 3/27/26 |  Emerald City Arrival: Paddy Ryan on Joining Seattle and the 2026 USA Rugby Outlook✨ | Paddy RyanSeattle rugby+5 | Paddy Ryan | USA Rugby | SeattlePacific Northwest | Paddy RyanSeattle+5 | — | 46m 56s | |
| 3/12/26 |  The Future of the Whistle: Luke Rogan on MLR’s New Review System and the 6 Nations Stage✨ | refereeingMajor League Rugby+4 | Luke Rogan | Major League RugbyAmerican Rugby Rising+1 | Europe | MLRreferee review system+5 | — | 54m 31s | |
| 2/19/26 |  The Jack Hanratty Era: From Olympic Silver to Leading the Eagles✨ | Jack HanrattyUSA Women’s Eagles+4 | Jack Hanratty | USA Women’s EaglesCanadian Women’s Sevens | San DiegoOttawa+1 | Jack HanrattyUSA Women’s Eagles+4 | — | 51m 28s | |
| 2/13/26 |  A New Era for American Rugby: Inside the Historic MLR CBA with Chris Mattina✨ | collective bargaining agreementAmerican rugby+4 | Chris Mattina | US Rugby Players Association | — | American rugbycollective bargaining+5 | — | 36m 51s | |
| 2/5/26 |  Trusting the Process: Zack Test’s Vision for USA Men’s Sevens✨ | USA Men's SevensZack Test+4 | Zack Test | USA Men’s SevensUSA Eagles+3 | — | Zack TestUSA Men's Sevens+6 | — | 49m 07s | |
| 1/29/26 |  The Future of the Frontier: Alycia Washington’s Vision for Collegiate Rugby | In the Season 6 premiere of US Rugby Happy Hour, hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick sit down with one of the most passionate voices in the American game: former USA Eagle and current National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) leader, Alycia Washington. From her days dominating the pitch as a player to her transition into coaching and high-level administration, Alycia shares her unique perspective on the current state of the collegiate landscape. She dives into the growth of the women’s game, the mission of the NCR to provide a home for every level of play, and why the collegiate level is the vital heartbeat of rugby’s future in the United States. Think you know why you should be watching college rugby? Alycia delivers a "stump speech" for the ages, breaking down why these student-athletes are the most resilient, "badass" people in sports today. Whether you’re curious about the pathway to the 2031 World Cup, the intensity of the National 7s, or the grassroots stories of small-college powerhouses, this episode is a rallying cry for every rugby fan in America. Tune in to hear why Alycia believes these athletes are changing the world—one match at a time. Like, follow, and subscribe and please leave a comment!! Check out americanrugbyrising.com for the latest on your USA Eagles, schedules, news and more, and visit rugbymorning.com for the latest on ALL rugby! Hosts, Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick are available for media opportunities and appearances. Contact information below. 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.americanrugbyrising.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 Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 52m 03s | ||||||
| 12/18/25 |  The Power of Purpose: Alev Kelter on Resilience, Rugby, and the Magic of Paris | From Olympic Bronze to Parisian Rings: The Unstoppable Alev Kelter In this high-energy episode of US Rugby Happy Hour, hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick welcome one of the most decorated and versatile athletes in American rugby: triple-Olympian and USA Eagle #256, Alev Kelter. Alev opens up about her remarkable journey from the elite ice rinks and soccer fields of Alaska to the global rugby stage, sharing the deeply personal story of how a devastating "no" from the Olympic hockey team eventually led her to find "home" and healing within the rugby community. She explores the unique ethos of the sport that values the person as much as the player, and why she believes her transition to rugby was ultimately about discovering her true purpose through the strength of those around her. The conversation dives deep into the "Cinderella story" of the Paris 2024 Olympics, reliving the heart-pounding final seconds of the bronze medal victory over Australia and the surreal experience of hearing 70,000 fans chanting "USA" in the Stade de France. Beyond the pitch, Alev teases the details of her romantic post-Olympic engagement at a Parisian art museum, her "Alaskan royalty" welcome back home at the airport, and her current chapter playing for Loughborough Lightning in England's elite Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR). From her competitive "fire and ice" upbringing with her twin sister to her cryptic "never say never" stance on a potential future run at the Winter Olympics, this is a candid look at a master of many trades who is still brewing something special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 47m 47s | ||||||
| 12/11/25 |  Eagle #597: Nafi Ma'afu on the Top 14 Grind, Injuries, and His Long-Awaited USA Debut | This week, US Rugby Happy Hour welcomes newly capped USA Eagle Nafi Ma'afu (Eagle #597) for a candid conversation about finally achieving his lifelong goal. After years of anticipation from USA rugby fans, the Top 14 forward—who is currently playing with Montauban in France after stints with Perpignan and Grenoble—details his remarkable journey from high school rugby in Phoenix, Arizona, to the elite level of French club rugby. Hear the intense emotions he felt making his debut against Georgia, from walking out through the smoke to hearing the national anthem for the very first time as an Eagle. The road to representing his country was paved with serious challenges, and Nafi opens up about the tough run of injuries (including shoulder, neck, and knee issues) that kept him sidelined and the mental battles required to push through to the top. We also get his thoughts on the intense French club competition, the pressure of preparing for the 2027 Rugby World Cup where the Eagles are pooled with France and Japan. Tune in to hear the raw account of resilience, what it's like to get your first test yellow card, and what it takes to thrive as an American player overseas. 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 Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 49m 35s | ||||||
| 12/4/25 |  MLR Strategy & The Road to RWC 2031 with Alex Magleby | This special episode of US Rugby Happy Hour welcomes a major figure in the American game: Alex Magleby, Co-President of Major League Rugby (MLR). Magleby offers an unparalleled, candid look inside the business and strategy driving the nation's premier professional rugby competition. Dive deep into the mission to stabilize and professionalize the sport, what it takes to build a thriving league, and the critical relationship between MLR and USA Rugby. It’s a must-listen for fans who want to understand the foundational challenges and successes shaping the future of rugby in the United States. As the countdown to the 2031 Rugby World Cup on US soil begins, what are the most urgent priorities for building a competitive national team and a passionate fanbase? Magleby pulls back the curtain on the dedicated efforts to accelerate the development of young American talent and the key broadcast strategies designed to put the MLR in front of millions of new viewers. Hear his thoughts on the next phase of league expansion, financial sustainability, and the pressure of preparing the entire US rugby ecosystem for the global spotlight. Tune in to find out if Major League Rugby is on track to deliver on its massive potential. 🎧 Listen to the replay podcast of this and many previous episodes of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE on Youtube and your favorite podcast player today! iHeart: bit.ly/3A43Tff Apple: bit.ly/3Uuj9u7 Spotify: bit.ly/3ZxjAa0 Like, follow, and subscribe and please leave a comment!! Check out americanrugbyrising.com for the latest on your USA Eagles, schedules, news and more, and visit rugbymorning.com for the latest on ALL rugby! 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 Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 36m 00s | ||||||
| 11/27/25 |  3 Rugby Things Bill & Fitzy are Thankful For - Happy Thanksgiving! | On this special Thanksgiving episode, Bill and Fitzy share 3 Rugby Things They're Thankful For! ⭐️ MLR 2026 Season ⭐️ MLR 2026 Player Signings ⭐️ USA Men’s & Women’s Eagles ⭐️ Dedicated Youth Rugby Volunteers/Coaches ⭐️ The People of American Rugby Like, follow, and subscribe and please leave a comment!! Check out eaglesoverseas.com for the latest on your USA Eagles, schedules, news and more, and visit rugbymorning.com for the latest on ALL rugby! 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 Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 24m 49s | ||||||
| 11/21/25 |  Anthem Rugby Club, Worst to First? - GM Mark Carney | In this episode of the US Rugby Happy Hour, hosts Bill and Fitzy welcome Anthem Rugby Club’s General Manager, Mark Carney to the show to discuss Anthem’s off season and future. Have Anthem’s goals changed? Did we give away a signing before Anthem did? What is the team doing to better themselves, will they have enough to not just win, but make it to the playoffs? Follow @americanrugbyrising and @rugbymorning for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news. Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated American Rugby Rising (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 Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky 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: American Rugby Rising Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 39m 53s | ||||||
| 11/6/25 |  The State of American Rugby | In this episode of the US Rugby Happy Hour, hosts Bill and Fitzy discuss the State of American Rugby. How is it going, has it stalled, has the game taken 2 steps back with the Eagles massive loss to Scotland? Did the poor showing at the Ireland vs New Zealand match in Chicago do good for America’s RWC31 hosting or damage it? Bill & Fitzy break all that down and more. Follow @americanrugbyrising and @rugbymorning for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news. Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated American Rugby Rising (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 Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky 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: American Rugby Rising Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 58m 20s | ||||||
| 10/30/25 |  From MLR Player to MLR GM, Chicago Hounds’ Will Magie | In this episode of the US Rugby Happy Hour, hosts Bill and Fitzy MLR’s hottest new general managers, Will Magie, of the Chicago Hounds. The guys dive into the electric atmosphere surrounding the massive Ireland vs. New Zealand rematch at Soldier Field, with Will sharing what it's like to host the Irish national team at the Hounds' facility and what these international events mean for rugby in Chicago. Will also discusses his rapid transition from player to the front office and his mission to build a championship-winning culture for the Hounds. He offers a candid, inside perspective on the MLR offseason, navigating the challenging player market, and the strategy behind key signings like Tavite Lopeti and Santiago Videla. Plus, get the scoop on how the Hounds are developing future stars like Peyton Wall through their performance squad and academy pathway. Don't miss this in-depth chat about the present and future of the Chicago Hounds and Major League Rugby. Follow @americanrugbyrising and @rugbymorning for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news. Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated American Rugby Rising (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 Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky 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: American Rugby Rising Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 45m 33s | ||||||
| 10/17/25 |  “Fight and Don’t Cry”, Eagle #319, Erica Jarrell-Searcy | In this US Rugby Happy Hour episode, USA Eagle #319, Erica Jarrell-Searcy, one of the breakout Rugby World Cup 2025 stars, recaps her RWC experience, taking it all in, and we dig deep in how she got there! Perhaps one of the only equestrian to rugby crossover athletes we know of. How competitive is her family and how did a "friendly" game of ‘Fight and don’t cry’ with her brother made her who she is today on the rugby field. Well, kind of. Erica also shares about the Sale Sharks expectations this upcoming 2025 season and what are her future goals. Follow @americanrugbyrising and @rugbymorning for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news. Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated American Rugby Rising (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 Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky 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: American Rugby Rising Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 52m 32s | ||||||
| 9/25/25 |  RWC25 Belle of the Ball, Eagle #316, Freda Tafuna | RWC25 Belle of the Ball, Eagle #316, Freda Tafuna In this US Rugby Happy Hour episode, Rugby World Cup 2025 Belle of the Ball, Freda Tafuna joins Bill & Fitzy to talk about her breakout performance, scoring 6 tries in two matches, and how a wakeup call from coach Sione Fukofuka helped her secure her RWC roster spot. Also, what’s next for her after graduating Lindenwood in the Spring? PWR? Switching codes to League? The sky is the limit for Freda! Follow @americanrugbyrising and @rugbymorning for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news. Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated American Rugby Rising (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 Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky 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: American Rugby Rising Rugby Morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 35m 37s | ||||||
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