DNVR Rugby Podcast

Colton jumps into the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about some former Raptors (and now former Dallas Jackals) on the move, a weekly update on the Colorado XOs, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-12:14). After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton chats with Colorado XO fullback Daytwon Sheridan about transitioning to rugby after college football, why he doesn't tie his shoes, and how h...

Colton starts the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about the reaction to the Colorado XOs, some MLR updates, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-10:23). After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks to Colorado XO prop Chase Stehling about gaining weight, his dedication to rugby, and who he thinks will win the Super Bowl (10:25-36:25). After chatting with Chase, Colton gives you a brea...

Colton jumps into the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about the sad news out of New Orleans that Gold player Shawn Riley passed away. Colton then touches on some updates regarding the Seattle Seawolves front office, the latest news regarding the San Diego Legion, the Colorado XOs officially being announced, a former Raptor getting ready for his second professional MMA fight, and all of the ru...

Colton kicks off the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about some huge news regarding the Seattle Seawolves and Dallas Jackals, the latest Raptors on the move, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-11:40). After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks to former international sevens player, current coach, owner and operator of MacDowell Rugby, and host of Rugby Hive Robin MacDowell about h...

Colton Strickler starts the show with a great Happy Birthday song to celebrate the one year anniversary of the podcast! After that, he jumps into a short version of ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about a former Raptor competing in Super Rugby and all of the rugby you can(t) watch this weekend (0:00-10:32). After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks to American rugby legend Mose Timoteo about his internationa...

Colton Strickler kicks off 2021 with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about ownership changes at Rugby United New York and the Sharks , and Facebook comments before talking about all of the rugby that you can watch this weekend (0:00-14:26). After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks to former Monmouth University tight end Shawn Clark about his boarding schools, his stint with the Indianapolis Colts, and how h...

If you think this is another show filled with interviews that happened throughout the year, you are correct. While the regular show will return next week, Colton kicks off the final show of 2020 by talking about all of the rugby you can watch this weekend and wishes you a Happy New Year (0:27-6:10). After that, he plays interviews with RugbyTown Crossover Academy Manager Peter Pasque (6:13-31:37),...

Colton starts the show by talking about all of the rugby you can watch this weekend and by talking about his first year as a podcast host (0:00:27-0:04:55). After that, Colton plays some of his favorite interviews from 2020. These interviews include former Raptor and UNC Bears football tackling machine Cristian Sarmento (0:04:56-0:37:54), USA Rugby CEO Ross Young (0:37:55-1:00:16), former Houston...

Colton Strickler jumps into this week’s episode with ‘The Breakdown’ by sharing the news regarding Monday's Rugby World Cup 2023 draw and finishes by talking about all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-6:37). After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks to Cameron Marshall about his experience at the RugbyTown Crossover Academy's November camp, his transition to rugby, and what's next for him (...

In a quiet week around the rugby world, Colton Strickler kicks off this week’s show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about Major League Rugby's schedule release, some of the key points in the MLR's latest Zoom press conference, the latest Raptor to head to the beach, and what Mark Cuban did for USA Rugby. Following ‘The Breakdown’, Colton chats with Dan Stone about his unique perspective as one of...

Colton Strickler kicks off this week's show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about the latest former Raptors to sign with another MLR team, the Utah Warriors new rugby school, and tells you about all of the rugby you can watch this weekend. After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks to former North Carolina A&T State edge rusher Tré Smalls about his football career and how he's liking the transition to ru...

Colton Strickler jumps into the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by giving his thoughts on the RugbyTown Crossover Academy's first camp after its conclusion, talks about some former Raptors on the move, and tells you about all of the rugby you can watch this weekend. After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks to Darryl Tolson, former TCU Football utility player Casey McDermott Vai, and former University of San...

Colton Strickler talks about what happened during the fourth and fifth day of the RugbyTown Crossover Academy. After that, Colton talks with former Florida International University wing Malik Bryant and former Navarro College football player Daytwon Sheridan about their paths to rugby, the camp, and how much they've learned this week. To close the show, Colton previews Day 6 of the RugbyTown Cross...

Colton Strickler talks about what happened during the third day of the RugbyTown Crossover Academy and talks about the progression he's seen through three training sessions. He also touches on the USA Women's XVs Stars vs Stripes match. After that, Colton talks with former Rider University wrestler Ryan Cloud about transitioning to rugby and his thoughts on the camp thus far. To close the show, Co...

Colton Strickler talks about what happened during the second day of the RugbyTown Crossover Academy and gives his thoughts on what he saw during the first field sessions. After that, Colton talks with former Western Carolina offensive lineman Chase Stehling about his feelings on things after the first training. Colton also checks in with Mandel Dixon about his thoughts on the first day. After that...

Colton Strickler talks about what happened during the first day of the RugbyTown Crossover Academy and details all of the COVID protocols that were put in place to make sure the camp operates safely. After that, Colton chats with former LSU defensive back Ed Paris (5:17) and former Adams State running back Addie Brown (14:14) about their football careers and transitioning to rugby. After that, Col...

Colton Strickler jumps into the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about the RugbyTown Crossover Academy, Women's Rugby Week, the USWNT XVs Stars vs. Stripes matches, the U.S. Rugby Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony , and tells you about all of the rugby you can watch this weekend. After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks to USWNT XV prop Nick James and Strength and Conditioning coach Sylvia Braaten ab...

Colton Strickler starts the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about all of the rugby that you can watch on television this weekend. After that, Colton talks with Mandel Dixon (6:23) and Gelen Robinson (18:10) about playing professional football and what the process has been like as they prepare for the transition to rugby through the RugbyTown Crossover Academy. After the interviews, Colton clo...

Colton Strickler jumps into the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about former Raptor Robbie Petzer signing with the Dallas Jackals for 2021 before telling you about all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (it's a lot). After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks RugbyTown Crossover Academy manager Peter Pasque about his role in building the program, how they've gone about finding players, and the...

Colton Strickler kicks off the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about the most recent Major League Rugby news and takes you through all of this weekend's fixtures besides Round 3 of the Bledisloe Cup because he forgot about it until he was writing this description. After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks with USA Eagle Hope Rogers about her path to rugby, her rugby resume, and what training has be...

Colton Strickler begins the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by providing an update on the latest COVID-19 drama in the Premiership before touching on the Bledisloe Cup. After the ‘The Breakdown’, Colton chats with Infinity Park public address announcer and Altitude Sports Radio host Nate Kreckman about his unique experience with rugby, some of his favorite players, and matches that he's seen during his...

Colton Strickler kicks off the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about a slow news week for Major League Rugby, compares what happened with the Sale Sharks in the Premiership to what might happen with to the Tennessee Titans and the NFL. Colton then finishes 'The Breakdown' by talking about this weekend's Premiership, Pro14, and Bledisloe Cup fixtures. Following the ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talk...

Colton Strickler starts the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about this week's biggest news from Major League Rugby and this weekend's Premiership fixtures. Following the ‘The Breakdown’, Colton has a conversation with Houston SaberCats' skills and defense coach Paul Emerick about his rugby career and what he thinks about the RugbyTown Crossover Academy. After the conversation with Paul, Colto...

Colton Strickler starts the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by talking about Major League Rugby's recent announcement regarding the start dates for the 2021 season, and previews a the rugby that will be taking place in South Africa over the next few weeks. Following the ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks with United State's Women's XV Head Coach Rob Cain about his background, the team's two month residency p...

Colton Strickler starts the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by reminding you to check out the XV Foundation's virtual event 'Building the Championship Mindset' on Friday, September 18 at 6:30 PM. Following the ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks with Glendale Director of Rugby Mark Bullock about the RugbyTown Crossover Academy and the club's new direction. After the interview portion of the show, Colton close...