The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast
Your home to all Eagles Overseas Rugby shows, including The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast and 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
Episodes
Episodes
Monday Jan 01, 2024
US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Ilona Maher
Monday Jan 01, 2024
Monday Jan 01, 2024
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 circuit, looks back on her career thus far, including being named to the World Rugby Dream Team and her time at Quinnipiac. Does she see herself playing 15s again? You may be surprised by her response.
Also, Fitzy and I take notes as Ilona teaches us old farts how to go viral on social media… while keeping our clothes on.
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Rachel Johnson & Mata Hingano
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
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 episode agreed!
Rachel Johnson and Mata Hingano joined us from South Africa right in the middle of the inaugural WXV competition. Hingano, fresh off her USA XVs debut and player of the match honors, talks about earning that first XVs cap, her future rugby goals and who on the team has been the most helpful in her progress… lets just say, we needed to nudge her to say something nice about Rachel, who was sitting right next to her! 😂Rachel discusses the importance of these tournaments in the growth of the women’s game, playing for multiple USA head coaches of late, and the 2023-24 PWR season with Exeter Chiefs. Give it a listen, you won’t be disappointed!
Monday Dec 25, 2023
US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - Ryan Matyas & Dino Waldren
Monday Dec 25, 2023
Monday Dec 25, 2023
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 days to come. Nicknames alone will leave you on the floor laughing... Curry Dog, Scam Dolan, Robocop & The Winnebago?
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
US Rugby Happy Hour BEST OF 2023 - USA Men’s Head Coach, Scott Lawrence
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
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 on a high and how does he rate himself as head coach? We also talk about the current player pool, progress with the age group levels, MLR and so much more!
Friday Dec 15, 2023
Happy Hour Tap Room - Atlas Brew Works & Garage Project/Trillium Brewing
Friday Dec 15, 2023
Friday Dec 15, 2023
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 & 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! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take one for the team… or many.
🍺 Dinkel Dunkel by Atlas Brew Works
Washington, DC
5% ABV - Lager - Munich Dunkel
Munich dunkel with spelt
John’s Untappd Rating: 3.75
🍺 Mātakitaki Valley by Garage Project & Trillium Brewing
Wellington City, Wellington New Zealand & Canton, MA
8% ABV - IPA - Imperial / Double New England / Hazy
East Coast brewing legends Trillium we’re exploring all new terroir, with Nelson Lakes Hops in the Mātakitaki Valley from Freestyle Hops. A hop free boil and massive dry hop addition of hand selected Nelson Sauvin and Motueka create a giant juicy hazy homage to one of New Zealand’s most exciting new hop growing regions.
Bill’s Untappd Rating: 4.25
Brewers, want to partner with Eagles Overseas and Rugby Morning, or be a guest on the show? Rugby and beer go hand in hand! Lets share your passion together with our followers! Contact us at eaglesoverseas@comcast.net
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Show Links:
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Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Former Ironworker & USA Eagle, Nate Brakeley | December 13th, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
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 International Rugby Cup, the future of the Eagles and the demise of Rugby New York.
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Happy Hour Tap Room - Other Half Brewing Co. & Dogfish Head Craft Brewing
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Friday Dec 08, 2023
“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 sponsor the show… so it’s game on! I mean, if they wanted to, we’re willing to take one for the team… or many.
🍺 Spinach by Other Half Brewing Co
Brooklyn, NY
7% ABV - IPA - New England / Hazy
In Honor of Rugby New York, a New York beer! You gotta get your greens if you want to be strong, just don't squeeze the can too hard. Packed with Citra, Mosaic, El Dorado and Nelson Sauvin.
Bill’s Untappd Rating: 4.0
🍺 Slightly Mighty by Dogfish Head Craft Brewing
Delaware, MD
4% ABV - IPA - Session
A lo-cal IPA that is slight in cals and carbs with mighty hop flavor! Slightly Mighty has all the flavor and tropical aromas of a world class IPA, but with only 95 calories, 3.6g carbs, 1g protein and 0g fat. Brewed with locally-grown barley, and a touch of monk fruit that delivers body and complexity but adds zero calories or carbs, Slightly Mighty is light-bodied and offers a lingering balanced sweetness.
John’s Untappd Rating: 3.75
Brewers, want to partner with Eagles Overseas and Rugby Morning, or be a guest on the show? Rugby and beer go hand in hand! Lets share your passion together with our followers! Contact us at eaglesoverseas@comcast.net
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning
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Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
USA 7s Men’s Head Coach, Mike Friday | December 6th, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
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, the Paris Olympics in 2024. Mike also shared a ton about his love for hats, the young guns of the team, and old guns, including Ben “Pinky” Pinkelman returning from a bad injury, Madison Hughes, returning from a hiatus, and, what will it take for this USA side to succeed in the Paris Olympics?
Follow @eaglesoverseas and @rugbymorning on Twitter and Instagram for the latest in USA Rugby and MLR news.
Show Links:
Eagles Overseas
Rugby Morning