The Rugby Wrap

The Rugby Wrap mini edition. We reflect on how good Heath Tessmann looked on Stan Sport wearing his black polo and talk about the goings on in the  world of rugby. 

You'd think we recorded at a library, not a brewery, so you may have to crank the volume to hear Cottesloe's triple premiership-winning coach, Jono Owens; UWA's Clay Uyen and SuperW rising star Keira Macaskill.

Western Force CEO Tony Lewis talks about the coaching changes at the Force, as well as the departure of Fergus Lee-Warner. Thanks to Peter Vlahos and SENWA for the interview and audio.

We all know rugby needs to focus on the grassroots. But what does that actually mean? Rugby Australia's Michael Flude reveals all and explains how local Clubs can get stronger. Plus the mailbag and news about the Rugby Wrap's upcoming road trip. Get listening!

When you listen to Sam Wykes, you get an understanding of why he was such a popular member of the Western Force. Great to hear what he's been up to, get his thoughts on the Drua and talk about his new role as a rugby commentator. Plus the Mail Bag, the beer give away and the usual 'make it up as we go along'. 

If you love your rugby, A Day in Union is your chance to show it. Great to catch up with the founders, Greg Mumm and John Anderson, who are trying to get the conversation about rugby positive again. Plus we review the games, spread some rumours in the Mail Bag and notice how Mitch Hardy is taking a leaf out of Heath Tessmann in the wardrobe department. 

Western Force skipper Feleti Kaitu'u talks up the culture at the club and tells us what he's brought back from his time at the Wallabies. Plus we launch a great new promo in partnership with Heroes and Villains beer. Who will be your hero in this week's round of Super Rugby?    

We're back for another year, with Western Force coach Tim Sampson sharing his thoughts on life on the road and the season ahead.

Trileen Pomare, Western Force captain, talks about the upcoming SuperW competition; we review Round 1 of Super Rugby; and discuss Heath Tessmann's choice of singlet.

Join us for the 2021 Rugby Wrap Awards as we farewell the 2021 season. Thanks to everyone for tuning in.

Preview with Phil Kearns and Andrew Mehrtens plus full call and post-match review.

Enthusiasm is the theme for this week, with young Wallaby Angus Bell and Cottesloe veteran Tobias Hoskins just loving their rugby. 

Great to catch up with former Wallaby and ACT Brumby, Peter Kimlin as well as Western Force favourite, Jack McGregor, who'll go head to head in the Fortesque Premier Grade Grand Final this weekend. Plus the mail bag, Heath Tessmann and much more.

We take the show on the road and record live at the Rugby Business Network event, with special guest, Olympic Sevens referee Tyler Miller. Apologies for a few minor glitches with the sound.

Wallaby great Tim Horan shares his thoughts on the Bledisloe and the Wrap's own Wallaby great, Mitch Hardy, picks his starting XV for the first test.

Former Wallaby and head of Australia's RWC bid, Phil Kearns, provides an update, reviews the French series and poses the question: who is the better looking hooker, him or Heath Tessmann? 

Mitch Hardy and Heath Tessmann throw Mick Colliss under the bus. This is called the 'Scraping the bottom of the barrel' edition. Lucky we had the mailbag to salvage it.

Two blokes* talk rugby and share their thoughts on the make up of the Wallaby squad, among other musings. *There was meant to be three but one was missing.

A special, fast paced Origin edition of the rugby wrap. (Which means we had to record it after Origin so it's shorter than usual because it was too late at night to have a guest.)  

Great to catch up with CURRENT @USARugby and @westernforce fan favourite Marcel Brache. A great club man. Plus the mailbag and the usual carry on. Apologies for some of the sound issues. 

Wallaroo Bec Clough talks about the challenges and joys of women's rugby. Oh, and Heath Tessmann turns up too. Eventually.

FIFO surgical superstar Heath Tessmann joins us for the full hour as we review and preview the Trans Tasman competition and try to pick the Western Force team before it's announced. We had to record early so apologies for the speculation. Who gets it right? @heathtessmann or Mitch Hardy? There's only one way to find out...

QRU Chairman Jeff Miller talks about the rise of Queensland, what Brad Thorn has delivered and who'll captain the Wallabies this year. Plus the mailbag and the usual banter. The only thing missing from this episode is @heathtessmann

Former @AllBlacks No 10 and reigning Quincy Medalist, Andrew Mehrtens, names his favourite players from Super Rugby AU, shares his thoughts on Private Equity and picks a winner in the Super Rugby AU final. 

Former All Black Richard Kahui talks up playing at the Western Force, the challenges facing them in the semi and his secret to rocking a pair of Budgie Smugglers.  Plus the mailbag and Heath Tessmann dropping the F bomb.  What an episode!