US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE
US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, hosted by the dynamic duo of Bill Baker of Eagles Overseas Rugby 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, Baker and Fitzpatrick 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 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 Wednesdays, live-streamed on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube and Twitter (show times vary), or catch the replays right here! Follow @eaglesoverseas on Twitter and Instagram for weekly guest announcements and direct link to the live shows.
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
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USRPA Steering Committee Member, Seattle Seawol...
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Seattle Seawolves tighthead prop, Mason Pedersen, who sits on the United States Rugby Players Association (USRPA) talks to Bill and John about the ground breaking news about the deal between Major League Ru...
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Happy Hour LIVE Tap Room - Treehouse Brewing & ...
“On victory, you deserve beer, in defeat, you need it.” —Napoleon
In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game o...
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USA Rugby General Manager of High Performance, ...
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Rugby General Manager of High Performance, Tamara Sheppard joins Bill and John to talk about the newest MLR franchise, Anthem Rugby Carolina and its importance to the American game’s growth on an intern...
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USA Women’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka
On this replay of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, the new USA Women’s XV’s Head Coach, Sione Fukofuka, joined Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick to talk about taking over the program, his goals for the team, the 2024 calendar and so much more. Also, who is Co...
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US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE Season Kickoff.... sof...
Season 4 is upon us and Bill & John unveil a "new" show! This episode is a soft launch of Season 4, testing out the video functions while talking about Season 3 of the show, the year past in rugby, and the year to come in 2024. Lots of chat about...
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US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Ilona Maher
Here’s another Best of episode of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE… Way back in May of 2023, we touched base with USA 7s star, and quite the social media influencer, Ilona Maher. Ilona was still recovering from a leg injury and anxious to get back on the cir...
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US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Rachel Johns...
As we continue to look back at the year in US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Fitzy and I experimented with a new jingle for the show.. We think it’s grammy award winning type stuff… The best money free AI can get you… and the two guests in today’s Best of ep...
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US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Ryan Matyas ...
US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Ryan Matyas & Dino Waldren
In another MUST-LISTEN TO episode, Retired USA Eagles, Ryan and Dino relive hilarious stories of firsts, lasts, big wins, bad losses, pub visits, babies and post-rugby playing da...
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US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - USA Men’s He...
On this Best of 2023 episode, we bring you USA Men's Rugby Interim Head Coach, Scott Lawrence. Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick chatted with Scott after winning the VILA International Rugby Cup in Spain. Scott had a ton to share about ending the year ...
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US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room - Atlas Brew Works...
US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room - Atlas Brew Works & Garage Project/Trillium Brewing
“We should look for someone to eat and drink with before looking for something to eat and drink.” – Epicurus
In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill &...
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Former Ironworker & USA Eagle, Nate Brakeley | ...
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Former Rugby New York Ironworker and USA Eagle, Nate Brakeley joined Bill and John to talk about his retirement from the game, going out on top, leading USA to victory in the Vila Internatio...
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US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room - Other Half Brewi...
“The mouth of a perfectly happy man is filled with beer.”
– Ancient Egyptian Wisdom, 2200 B.C.
In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t spon...
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USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday | December...
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday joined Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick from Cape Town, South Africa as both the men’s and women’s programs prepare for Cape Town 7s, and more importantly...
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US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room - City-State Brewi...
“I would kill everyone in this room for a drop of sweet beer.” – Homer Simpson
In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so ...
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USA Eagles Men’s Head Coach, Scott Lawrence | N...
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Men’s Interim Head Coach Scott Lawrence joined Bill & John to talk about his first year at the helm of the men’s program, the ups and downs, the importance of winning the VILA Intern...
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USA 7s Star, Madison Hughes | November 29th, 2023
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA 7s star, Madison Hughes, joined Bill & John to talk about his return to the 7s circuit, making the team for his 3rd Olympic Games, new and old teammates, and much more!
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USA Eagle & San Diego Legion Wing, Nate Augspur...
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle and San Diego Legion’s Nate Augspurger joined Bill & John to talk USA Rugby, defeating Brazil and preparing for Spain in the VILA International Rugby Cup finals this weekend, a...
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US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room - City-State Brewi...
"Whoever thought rugby & beer would go together?" - Dan Lyle
In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game o...
5 min
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USA Eagle & Coventry Rugby’s Paddy Ryan | Novem...
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle and Coventry Rugby’s Paddy Ryan joined Bill and John to talk about USA Rugby, becoming an Eagle via LinkedIn, USA’s upcoming matches in the LIV International Rugby Tournament, Cove...
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USA Eagle & Stade Toulousain Prop, David Ainu’u...
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle and Stade Toulousain’s David Ainu’u joined Bill & John… well, mostly John. Damn technical issues! A great conversation was had about USA Rugby, the LIV International Rugby Tour...
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US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room - Weldwerks Brewin...
"Whoever thought rugby & beer would go together?" - Dan Lyle
In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on...
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Gift-Time Rugby’s Gift Egbelu & MLR Guru, James...
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, Gift Egbelu of Gift-Time Rugby and the Rugby Swag Podcast joined Bill & John to talk about the HBCU, Rugby World Cup, and latest World Rugby news of the Nations Championship, what that m...
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US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room - Finback Brewery ...
"Whoever thought rugby & beer would go together?" - Dan Lyle
In this US Rugby Happy Hour Tap Room episode, Bill & John introduce a new beer and brewery to their listeners! Don’t worry, these breweries don’t sponsor the show… so it’s game on!...
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USA Eagles, Rachel Johnson & Mata Hingano | Oct...
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagles Rachel Johnson and Mata Hingano join Bill & John From Cape Town, South Africa to talk about the USA Women’s Eagles performance in the WXV, what does the latest World Rugby com...
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USA Eagle, Greg Peterson | October 18th, 2023
On this replay of Twitter Spaces' US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, USA Eagle, and newly signed Glasgow Warrior, Greg Peterson, joined Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick to talk about returning to the Glasgow warriors, his second stint with the Scottish club, U...
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