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US Rugby Happy Hour

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US Rugby Happy Hour, hosted by the dynamic duo of Bill Baker of American Rugby Rising 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, Bill and Fitzy 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 former 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 on Facebook and Youtube (show days and times vary), or catch the Podcast replays right here! Follow @AmerRugbyRising on Twitter and @AmericanRugbyRising on Instagram for weekly guest announcements and direct link to the live shows. HOSTS: Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated American Rugby Rising and 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

Latest episodes

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The National Maul: Women's Eagles Preview, Red Roses Showdown & International Rugby Insights with Martin Pengelly

Welcome back to another dynamic segment of U.S. Rugby Happy Hour featuring "The National Maul" with veteran journalist Martin Pengelly! In this episode, hosts Bill Baker

Oct 29
19 min

Women's Rugby Growth, Red Roses Showdown & USA Eagles Updates with RugbyPass Writer Joe Harvey

Welcome back to another fun episode of U.S. Rugby Happy Hour! In this episode, hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick kick things off with some lighthearted Halloween bant

Oct 29
40 min

Eagles Overseas: AJ’s Premiership Win, Van Eerten Returns & Élite 1 Debut!

Join Bill Baker as he breaks down all the overseas rugby action featuring American Eagles from Wednesday, October 21 through Sunday, October 25, 2026. Highlights include

Oct 26
4 min

USA Rugby Star Hope Rogers on Chasing History, Team Culture, and Her Playing Future

USA Women’s Rugby star Hope Rogers drops in to talk about the Women Eagles' thrilling four-game winning streak and the evolving team culture under head coach Jack Hanratt

Oct 22
38 min

Eagles Overseas: Team of the Week Honors, First Tries & Unbeaten Runs!

Join Bill Baker as he breaks down all the rugby action featuring American Eagles overseas from Wednesday, October 14 through Sunday, October 18, 2026. Highlights include

Oct 19
5 min

Hall of Famer Tony Ridnell Unpacks American Rugby’s Untold Stories & New Book Project

US Rugby Hall of Famer and dual-code Eagle Tony Ridnell steps into the booth with Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick to talk about his ambitious new historical book project,

Oct 16
58 min

The National Maul: Locker Room Access, D.C. Rugby History, and Bipartisan Scrumming

On this segment of the US Rugby Happy Hour segment: The National Maul, Martin returns to discuss the shift toward NFL-style post-match locker room media access announced

Oct 15
24 min

Eagles Overseas: Weekly Stars in France& the UK - Cantorna, Abel, Iscaro...

In this episode of Eagles Overseas with Bill Baker, host Bill Baker breaks down the weekend performances of American rugby stars in France's Top 14 and Pro D2, plus Round

Oct 12
4 min

Building a Junior College Rugby Powerhouse with COCC’s Max Bennett

The energetic standard intro tune rolls in as hosts Bill and John Fitzpatrick set the stage for an engaging dive into the world of college rugby. In this episode of US Ru

Oct 8
40 min

Eagles Overseas: Strong Wins and Standout Starts, AJ MacGinty, Lotte Sharp

In this episode of Eagles Overseas, host Bill Baker recaps action from Saturday’s domestic and international matches across Premiership Rugby, Top 14, and the Next Gen Cu

Oct 5
4 min

Eagles Overseas: Big Wins and Debut Starts - Sept. 23-27, 2026

In this episode of Eagles Overseas with Bill Baker, we recap match results and individual player performances from our USA Eagles across the globe, from matches played Se

Sep 28
4 min

USA U20 Assistant Coach Marcel Brache on Junior World Championship & Developing US Rugby Pathways

Former USA Eagle #503 and San Diego Legion standout Marcel Brache joins the show to share his journey from international play to coaching the next generation of American

Sep 24
53 min

National Maul Edition: Comeback Victories, Classic Rivalries, and American Rugby Personalities

Get ready for an energetic session on US Rugby Happy Hour’s National Maul edition! Guest columnist Martin Pengelly breaks down an action-packed slate of rugby action, c

Sep 23
25 min

Eagles Overseas: Sharp Scores Twice in PWR Next Gen Debut

It was a big weekend of rugby from Friday through Sunday across France, New Zealand, and England. From debuts in Champ Rugby to multi-try performances in the PWR Next Gen

Sep 21
3 min

Inside USA Women’s Rugby with Head Coach Jack Hanratty

Welcome back to another exciting episode of US Rugby Happy Hour! Kick starting the show with our signature customized, quirky intro jingle teasing Jack Hanratty's Irish a

Sep 17
52 min

Eagles Overseas: ProD2, Top 14, Premiership Cup & NPC

Welcome to US Rugby Happy Hour BONUS Segment: Eagles Overseas, We are tracking American rugby players competing across top-flight leagues and developmental setups across

Sep 14
4 min

USA Men's Eagles Face Eddie Jones & Japan in Pacific Nations Cup Showcase

Hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick break down the USA Men’s Eagles roster as they prepare for a high-stakes test match against Japan in the Pacific Nations Cup. Facing

Sep 10
24 min

The National Maul - Honoring 9/11 & High-Stakes International Rugby

On this edition of US Rugby Happy Hour, hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick reflect on rugby’s deeply poignant connection to 9/11, honoring heroes like Mark Bingham, Je

Sep 10
32 min

Eagles Overseas: Season debuts in France, PREM Cup action in England, and a battle down in New Zealand’s NPC

Welcome to US Rugby Happy Hour BONUS Segment: Eagles Overseas, We are tracking American rugby players competing across top-flight leagues and developmental setups across

Sep 8
5 min

Rivalry Heat & Grassroots Explosions - Martin Pengelly & Rugby Riot's Zach Bateman

Martin Pengelly returns with his popular segment The National Maul to debate whether the historic Springboks vs. All Blacks match in Baltimore truly deserves the title of

Sep 3
55 min

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