DNVR Rugby Podcast

Colton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' "RugbyTown" series being released in the United States, the changing of the collegiate rugby landscape, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-5:06). After “The Breakdown”, Colton breaks down some of the best rugby references in music. (5:08-17:39). Af...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about USA Rugby's disappointing loss to Chile in the Rugby World Cup qualifier and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-8:34). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors forward Lucas Gramlick about his football career at UCLA, making the switch to rugby, and his accele...

Colton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by previewing USA Rugby's Rugby World Cup qualifier vs. Chile, The Rugby Showcase, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-7:36). After “The Breakdown”, Colton chats with Chilean Rugby Team Liaison Officer Jason Scrogham about how he got into helping out international teams that pass through...

American Raptors rugby coordinator Scott Nies sits shotgun with Colton on this special episode of the podcast. They start off this special episode of the podcast with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' summer plans, a few MLR updates, previewing the USA Eagles match vs. Chile, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen. After...

Colton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by reviewing the final weekend of the Challenge Cup of the Americas tournament, the MLR Championship Final, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-13:57). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors center Zach Hall about his outstanding college football career, his transition...

Colton starts off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by previewing the final weekend of the Challenge Cup of the Americas tournament, the MLR conference finals, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-8:20). After “The Breakdown”, Colton connects with World Rugby commentator Dallen Stanford about his thoughts on the first weekend of the Chall...

Colton and Brendan kick off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the inaugural Challenge Cup of the Americas tournament, all of the Major League Rugby drama, the MLR playoffs, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen. After “The Breakdown”, Colton asks Brendan some hard-hitting questions about the MLR playoffs, the Gilgronis and Gilti...

Colton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the Challenge Cup of the Americas announcement, the American Raptors' first-ever victory over the L.A. Rising Stars, the MLR playoff picture, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-11:09). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors commentator Christian Miles...

Colton begins the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' upcoming match against the L.A. Rising Stars, some MLR playoff scenarios, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-7:56). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton and American Raptors wing Fabian Thames talk about Fabian's transition to rugby, the support he's rec...

Colton begins the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' loss to the Canada West Selects, what the remainder of the season looks like, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen. Following “The Breakdown”, Colton responds to your questions about the marks of a successful Raptors program, his thoughts on the MLR, and if a...

Colton begins the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the USA landing the 2031 and 2033 Rugby World Cups, the American Raptors 89-point victory, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-14:26). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton and American Raptors prop Jarrett Sitton talk about Jarret's transition to rugby, moving away from home,...

Colton begins the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' victory over the Denver Barbarians, a Raptor on the move, an Eagle in space, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-9:00). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton and rugby journalist Joe Harvey cross off their annual check-in by discussing some of the surprise...

Colton starts off this old-school version of the podcast by reading some ads and talking about the episode (0:00 - 3:17). After the short introduction, Colton and Brendan talk about the first American Raptors - Denver Barbarians match since 2016. They review some of the history between the two clubs, talk about a few of the players on each team, and place a friendly wager on the match (3:19-34:47)...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' 24-12 loss to the Giltinis Academy, the upcoming match against Seattle Rugby Club, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-7:16). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton checks in with American Raptors Director of Rugby Mark Bullock about some of the changes aro...

Colton begins the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' upcoming trip to L.A., more MLR coaching news, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-8:16). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors forward Max Dacey about the upcoming road trip, his thoughts on the season so far, and why he believ...

Colton begins the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' 2-0 start, the latest MLR news, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-9:25). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with Buffalo Bills legend Steve Tasker about the one season he played rugby at Northwestern, how that made him better at special teams in...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the start of the American Raptors' season, their newly announced match in Canada, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-6:35). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton chats with American Raptors forward Tre Smalls about how he's enjoyed rugby so far, how he's feeling about the 2022...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' schedule, The Collegiate Rugby Shield, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-11:31). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with author Adam Hughes about the work he's put into his upcoming book entitled 'This is Rugby'. (11:32-46:29). After the intervi...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors' presence at the National Scouting Combine, some MLR news, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend presented by Wintergreen (0:00-9:47). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with Rugby World features editor Alan Dymock about his piece on the American Raptors, rugby players making the...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the latest American Raptor to join the USA 7s program, some crossover news in the MLR, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend (0:00-9:01). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton answers some of your questions regarding the American Raptors spring schedule, which players he's excited to watch in 2022, and which M...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about another American Raptor on the move, some USA Rugby news, MLR's disciplinary wire, and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend (0:00-9:41). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors forward Chase Stehling about how rugby has helped him lose over 60 pounds, his offer from Rugby New York, and a...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about some American Raptors to keep an eye on in Round 2 of the 2022 Major League Rugby season and All of the Rugby You Can Watch this weekend (0:00-8:39). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with Seattle Seawolves Marketing & Communications Director Carly MacKinnon about her rugby career, how she got involved with the Se...

Colton and Brendan start off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the fact that the American Raptors are back to the grindstone after and conclude the segment with All of the Rugby You Can Watch This Weekend. After “The Breakdown”, Colton and Brendan talk about everything that they will be watching for in the MLR this season, some players that they are excited to se...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about some more American Raptors on the move, the World Rugby Sevens Series, and what is going on with Rugby ATL (0:00-10:50). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with new American Raptors head coach and friend of the program Paul Emerick about his new job, what he's most excited about, and how he got his nickname 'Cactus...

Colton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about some big changes regarding the American Raptors, some news out of the World Rugby Sevens Series, and Major League Rugby news as the 2022 season approaches (0:00-14:14). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton chats with USA Rugby sevens player and Tokyo 2020 Olympian Stephen Tomasin about his rugby career, the Olympics, a...