The Glorious Rugby Podcast

Episode Notes We break down the most chaotic and frustrating match of OGDC's season and preview what still has to be sorted out in the final round of the regular season. Also, please fill out the audience survey: https://gloriousrugby.com/survey About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twit...

Episode Notes We talk about Old Glory's regular season sweep of the Free Jacks and break down a match that was ropey but good enough for a win, then talk about how this positions the team for a potential run to the top of the table in the East. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitt...

Episode Notes Spirits are high with Old Glory on a three-match win streak having just put up 7 tries against Anthem on the road. We break down what went well in that match, as well as the various playoff permutations that could see OGDC hosting a home playoff match. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rug...

Episode Notes We review the rain-soaked win on Tuesday and how it sets up Old Glory for the final stretch of the season. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby Runs Tackle the Numbers Twitter: @Al...

Episode Notes As Old Glory goes into an odd midweek match, we talk about what went right against Utah and whether this is a turning point for the team. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby Runs...

Episode Notes Guest co-host Ryan Ye steps in for Fitzy as we try to stay positive breaking down yet another loss. We also talk to head coach Simon Cross about what's gone wrong with the team recently and what everyone's doing to get things back on track. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hou...

Episode Notes Old Glory breaks the home winning streak when the comeback falls just short against Miami, but we dive more into the bigger picture - why has this team become so inconsistent, and what can they to get back on the right track? About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Sp...

Episode Notes In which there is a quarter of an hour's general bafflement about the state of the team, musings on the league's general defiance of predictability, concerns about players compelled to inaction through injury, and a set of predictions that nevertheless express some confidence that Old Glory will return to form. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts...

Episode Notes John Rizzo joins us to talk about what the team got wrong against LA and how the turned it around against Seattle last weekend. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby Runs Tackle the...

Episode Notes We try (unsuccessfully) to figure out the truly weird match against LA this past weekend, then preview to upcoming match against the Seattle SeaWolves. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Glorio...

Episode Notes We revel in the glow of a rivalry win for a bit, then turn our sights to a potentially tricky opponent in LA. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby Runs Tackle the Numbers Twitter:...

Episode Notes Recording in person in upper Senate park, we go over the schedule announcements from USA Rugby, why we have confidence in this team after a loss to Chicago, and where Old Glory can go from here. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Ali...

Episode Notes Last weekend, Jama played his 50th March with OGDC, so we got the vice captain on to talk about his journey with Old Glory and where he's going from here. We also break down the Anthem win and preview a fearsome-looking Chicago side. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Tw...

Episode Notes After a frustrating loss at home, we break down where things went wrong, but also what things went right and why we're still confident for the future. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Gloriou...

Episode Notes Old Glory winger Axel Muller hopped on the pod to talk to us about his season-opening hat trick, trusting his teammates, his US eligibility, what it's like playing in different countries, and more. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning...

Episode Notes It's time for rugby in person again! San Diego is at the top of the standings and represent a formidable opponent, but Old Glory is due some revenge. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Glorious...

Episode Notes We breakdown the last-minute, season-opening win over Miami in detail. There was a lot to like, a lot to work on, but one thing is clear - lifting the shield at the end of the season is definitely on the table. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @...

Episode Notes A bonus episode this week, OGDC co-owners Chris Dunlavey and Paul Sheehy join us to chat about the upcoming season and what's changed at Old Glory DC. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Gloriou...

Episode Notes With the season days away, we preview OGDC's first opponent, the Miami Sharks. We also talk through the new streaming deal, the controversial law changes, and whether everyone is underrating Old Glory this season. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter...

Episode Notes The week before the week before the season means its time to go through the full roster, position by position. It's a full breakdown of what to expect, with a sneak preview of an unannounced player hidden inside. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter:...

Episode Notes We had a chat with new OGDC center/flyhalf Jason Emery about the weather, his journey through MLR, and what he expects to bring to Old Glory this season. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Glor...

Episode Notes Old Glory held an open practice and player Q&A on Monday - we talk about what we learned at the event and where we think this team is going. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Glorious Rugb...

Episode Notes A couple of surprise signings came through the door, with another one teased for next week. We catch up on that and the rest of the news around the league. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alistair Kirsch-Poole Writer/editor for Gl...

Episode Notes The new year has arrived, meaning pre-season camp has begun! We take some time to catch up on the news of the last few weeks, then dive into some nice speculation about a piece of good news on the stadium front. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter:...

Episode Notes Old Glory's daily player announcements continue roll in, Old Glory's draftees continue to see success at their universities, and the USA Women's Sevens continue to batter their way to silver. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up) Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces Twitter: @rugbymorning Alista...