DNVR Rugby Podcast
248 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe premier weekly rugby podcast, hosted by Colton Strickler with regular appearances from some of the biggest guests in American rugby.
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DNVR Rugby Podcast: Rugby and Music
August 05, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutesColton 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). After the special rugby and music segment presented by GuardLab, Colton talks about the jumbo scrum...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Forward Lucas Gramlick
July 22, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutesColton 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 acceleration through the rugby ranks (8:35-28:35). After the interview presented by GuardLab, Colton ta...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Rugby Team Liaison Officer Jason Scrogham
July 15, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutesColton 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 Colorado, his responsibilities, and some fun tasks he's had to complete over the years (7:37-30:...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Rugby Coordinator Scott Nies
July 08, 2022 06:00 - 56 minutesAmerican 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 “The Breakdown”, Colton asks Scott about his responsibilities as the American Raptors rugby coord...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Center Zach Hall
July 01, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutesColton 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 to rugby, and his next football opportunity (13:58-34:02). After the interview presented by Guar...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: World Rugby Commentator Dallen Stanford
June 17, 2022 06:00 - 39 minutesColton 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 Challenge Cup of the Americas, his Major League Rugby conference finals predictions, and his experienc...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Challenge Cup of the Americas and MLR Playoffs with Brendan Shea of Rugby PickEm
June 10, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutesColton 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 Giltinis punishments, and his pick for the final. After the interview presented by GuardLab, Colton pr...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Commentator Christian Miles
June 03, 2022 06:00 - 37 minutesColton 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 about his broadcasting career, how much he's enjoying calling rugby, and the progress he's seen ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Wing Fabian Thames
May 27, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutesColton 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 received from his hometown, and the thin air in Colorado. (7:58-23:53). After the interview presente...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Mailbag #11
May 20, 2022 07:00 - 23 minutesColton 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 anything is in the works for USA vs. Chile in July. After the mailbag presented by GuardLab, Colto...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Prop Jarrett Sitton
May 13, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutesColton 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, and Skyline Chili. (14:28-33:24). After the interview presented by GuardLab, Colton talks about a...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Denver Barbarians Week with Brendan Shea of Rugby PickEm
April 22, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutesColton 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). The show's regular format will return next week! Follow on Twitter: @DNVR_Rugby Learn more abo...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Director of Rugby Mark Bullock
April 15, 2022 06:00 - 28 minutesColton 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 around the program in season three, the recruiting trail, and his thoughts on the club's progress to...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Forward Max Dacey
April 08, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutesColton 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 believes that rugby is the sport that is most like war. (8:18-24:30). After the interview presented by ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Buffalo Bills Legend Steve Tasker
April 01, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutesColton 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 the NFL, and if he believes that we will start to see more rugby attacking concepts utilized in ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Forward Tre Smalls
March 18, 2022 06:00 - 32 minutesColton 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 season, and some Raptors he's excited to see play this year. (6:35-24:15). After the interview p...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Author Adam Hughes
March 11, 2022 07:00 - 52 minutesColton 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 interview presented by GuardLab, Colton gives a helpful tip in the Stat of the Week category presented b...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Rugby World Features Editor Alan Dymock
March 04, 2022 07:00 - 1 hourColton 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 switch to professional wrestling, and why more rugby players haven't stuck around in the NFL. (9:...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Mailbag #10
February 25, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutesColton 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 MLR teams have caught his eye through three rounds. (9:02-19:06). After the interview, Colton assi...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Forward Chase Stehling
February 18, 2022 07:00 - 40 minutesColton 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 few Raptors he's excited about in 2022. (9:43-36:14). After the interview, Colton gives everyone...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Seattle Seawolves Marketing & Communications Director Carly MacKinnon
February 11, 2022 07:00 - 1 hourColton 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 Seawolves, and what it's been like to be with Seattle from the beginning of MLR (8:41-55:27). After...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: 2022 MLR Preview With Brendan Shea of Rugby PickEm
February 04, 2022 07:00 - 1 hourColton 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 see, and some of the changes the league is rolling out ahead of 2022. After the chat, Colton assign...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Head Coach Paul Emerick
January 28, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutesColton 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' (10:52-21:53). After the interview, Colton assigns some “Required Reading”, and closes the show...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: USA Rugby Sevens Olympian Stephen Tomasin
January 21, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutesColton 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, and some video game characters that would make good sevens rugby players (14:16-47:19). Following ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors & Dallas Jackals Prop Tommy Madaras
January 14, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutesColton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about some of the latest American Raptors news, COVID canceling some MLR preseason matches, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-10:40). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with former American Raptor and current Dallas Jackals prop Tommy Madaras about his football career, joining the Raptors, and his path to the Jackals (10:42-26:54). Following the interview with Tommy, Colton assigns some “R...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Austin Gilgronis No. 8 Casey McDermott-Vai
January 07, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutesColton starts off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about his battle with COVID, MLR preseason, what to expect from the Raptors in 2022, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-9:04). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with former American Raptor and current Austin Gilgronis No. 8 Casey McDermott-Vai about his 2021 fall season with the Raptors, signing with Austin, and the tour to Uruguay (9:06-21:06). Following the interview with Casey, Colton ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors and Rugby United New York Hooker Kaleb Geiger & Best of 2021 Feat. Dan Power, Cody Melphy, and Michael Bandy
December 24, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourColton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about what the podcast will look like over the next two weeks, assigns some "Required Reading" and gives you a preview of some upcoming content in "The Loop" (0:00-6:31). After that, Colton chats with American Raptor and Rugby United New York hooker Kaleb Geiger about how he was recruited to play rugby, how he's enjoyed the sport so far, and some similarities between rugby and baseball (6:32-26:01). Following the con...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Wing Jarrod Cann
December 17, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutesColton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the latest duo of Raptors to make the move to the MLR, San Diego Legion's new home, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-8:40). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors wing Jarrod Cann about his playing football in Germany, making the move to rugby, and potentially making the transition to professional wrestling (8:42-34:09). Following the interview with Jarrod, Colton ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptor & Dallas Jackal Sam Phillips and Rugby NFTs with Cameron Kinchen
December 10, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourColton kicks off the show with a very short version of “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the Los Angeles Sevens, MLR’s leading scorer moving to RUNY, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-7:21). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptor and one of the newest members of the Dallas Jackals Sam Phillips about his fall season, signing with the Jackals, and how excited he is to be back in Texas (7:23-23:21). Following the interview with Sam, ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Lock Mikey Grandy
December 03, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutesColton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about some Raptors on the move to Major League Rugby teams for the 2022 season, some interesting moves in the rugby sevens space, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-16:01). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors lock Mikey Grandy about playing football at the University of Texas, practicing martial arts, and how his past sports experiences have made his transition to rugby easier...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Uruguay Mailbag
November 19, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutesColton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about his week in Uruguay with the American Raptors and some Raptors on the move. After “The Breakdown”, Colton answers some of your questions about the tour. Following the mailbag, Colton and closes the show with “The Loop”. Follow on Twitter: @DNVR_Rugby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Updates from Uruguay & American Raptors Scrum-Half Christian Alvarez
November 12, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutesColton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by proving some details into what's taken place so far on the American Raptors trip to Uruguay (0:00-6:34). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors scrum-half Christian Alvarez about growing up in New Zealand, getting drafted by the NOLA Gold, and his thoughts on the composition of the team (6:36-39:35). Following the interview with Christian, Colton and closes the show with “The Loop” (39:37-41:30). Follow al...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Queens University of Charlotte Head Men's Rugby Coach Frank McKinney
November 05, 2021 06:00 - 46 minutesColton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the American Raptors trip to Uruguay and the USA Women's Eagles match against Canda (0:00-4:37). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with Queens University of Charlotte Head Men's Rugby Coach Frank McKinney about the new documentary 'Scrum' that focuses on his program, his coaching career, and why Wu-Tang Clan is thanked in the credits of the documentary (4:39-42:38). Following the interview with Frank, Colton ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Mailbag #9 & Uruguay
October 22, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutesColton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about USA Rugby's upcoming match against the New Zealand All Blacks, the American Raptors upcoming match against the Utah Warriors Selects, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend. After “The Breakdown”, Colton answers a few of your questions about the USA-New Zealand match, a few new Raptors that have impressed this fall, and what's next for the Raptors after this weekend. Following the mailbag, Colton as...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Rebel Rugby Academy's Ethan Pougnet and the Premier Rugby Sevens
October 15, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutesColton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about USA Rugby's loss to Uruguay, the measuring stick that the American Raptors' next two matches will provide, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-7:38). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with Ethan Pougnet of the Rebel Rugby Academy about his vision for the academy, his experience coaching The Team at the inaugural Premier Rugby Sevens event, and what the future of sevens rugby in the United...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Wing D'Cota Dixon and Former Raptor Sam Slade
October 08, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourColton starts off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the latest news surrounding the American Raptors, USA Rugby, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-10:19). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors wing D'Cota Dixon about his journey to Wisconsin, his time in the NFL, and how he found the game of rugby (10:20-42:34). After the interview with D'Cota, Colton talks with former Raptor Sam Slade about how he enjoyed his time in ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Mailbag #8
October 01, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutesColton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about USA Rugby's upcoming match against Uruguay, the American Raptors showing at Ruggerfest, a former Colorado XO in the Premier Rugby Sevens, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-8:35). After “The Breakdown”, Colton answers some of your questions about the XV Series, some Raptors to keep an eye on, and what the Raptors schedule looks like for the fall (8:37-21:32). Following the mailbag, Colton ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors Scrum-Half Nolan Saraceni
September 24, 2021 06:00 - 41 minutesColton starts off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the latest news around USA Rugby, what the American Raptors are up to this weekend, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-9:21). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors scrum-half Nolan Saraceni about his stellar football career at Montana Tech, how he discovered rugby, and how he's enjoying the game so far (9:23-35:29). Following the interview, Colton assigns some "Req...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: American Raptors No. 8 Casey McDermott-Vai
September 17, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutesColton kicks off the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by covering an American Raptor on the HSBC Sevens Circuit, the American Raptors roster, USA Rugby's big win, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-11:16). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with American Raptors No. 8 Casey McDermott-Vai about the feeling around the team, the new blend of players, and the Raptors upcoming match against Utah Club Rugby (11:18-26:29). Following the interview, Colton closes...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: USA Eagle and San Diego Legion Wing Ryan Matyas
September 10, 2021 06:00 - 44 minutesColton starts the show with a short version of “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about the latest news surrounding the American Raptors, USA Rugby, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-6:23). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with USA Rugby and San Diego Legion wing/center Ryan Matyas about his rugby career, the Legion's wild 2021 season, and the feeling around the Eagles as they head into this weekend's World Cup qualifier against Canada following last w...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Colorado XOs Rebrand to American Raptors
September 03, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutesColton kicks off this solo episode with “The Breakdown” by talking about the news of the Colorado XOs rebranding to the American Raptors, what some of the XO/Raptor players have been up to these last few weeks, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-9:00). After “The Breakdown”, Colton answers some questions that he's seen floating around the internet about the transition back to the Raptors name (9:02-19:00). After the questions, Colton assigns some “Required Reading” and clos...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: USA Rugby Sevens Olympian Cody Melphy
August 27, 2021 06:00 - 48 minutesColton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by recapping the 2021 RugbyTown Sevens, talking about the latest Premier Rugby Sevens news, and the Major League Rugby draft (0:00-12:03). Following “The Breakdown”, Colton chats with USA Rugby sevens player and Tokyo 2020 Olympian Cody Melphy about his rugby career, the Olympics, and capitalizing on opportunities (12:05-44:09). Following the interview, Colton assigns some Colorado XO-related “Required Reading”, and closes the ...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: 2021 RugbyTown Sevens With World Rugby Commentator Dallen Stanford
August 20, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutesColton begins the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O’Neills by talking about what to watch for at the 2021 RugbyTown Sevens, the pools, and some Colorado XOs to keep your eye on (0:00-8:31). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with the voice of RugbyTown USA, World Rugby Commentator, and former USA Sevens Eagle Dallen Stanford about what he's been up to, the history of RugbyTown Sevens, and some teams and players that he's watching for (8:33-28:08). . After the interview, Colton assigns...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: MLR Draft Prospect Zach Bastres
August 13, 2021 06:00 - 33 minutesColton starts the show with “The Breakdown” presented by O'Neills by talking about the latest Colorado XO news, a whole lot of MLR stuff, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-10:37). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with former University of Northern Colorado Bear and 2021 Major League Rugby draft prospect Zach Bastres. They talk about the Major League Rugby draft, The Rugby Showcase, and Zach's rugby career (10:39-29:32). After the interview, Colton assigns some “Required...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Mailbag #7
July 30, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutesColton kicks off this special solo episode of the show with “The Breakdown” by talking about the Colorado XOs reporting for the fall season, the Major League Rugby Championship, the Olympics, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-12:55). After “The Breakdown”, Colton answers your questions about the men's Eagles Olympic results, RugbyTown 7s, and why fifteens rugby isn't also represented in the Olympics (12:57-26:09). After the mailbag, Colton assigns some “Required Reading” a...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Colorado Avalanche Rugby Sevens Snake Draft With Justin Michael and Nathan Rudolph
July 28, 2021 06:00 - 44 minutesColton Strickler, Justin Michael of DNVR Rams, and Nathan Rudolph of DNVR Avalanche draft their dream rugby sevens team using current and former Colorado Avalanche players. The guys discuss the similarities between hockey and rugby, talk about their different draft strategies, and break down some players that didn’t get drafted in the honorable mentions. Who do you think won the draft? Let us know on Twitter @DNVR_Rugby and @DNVR_Avalanche! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: The Voice of Major League Rugby Dan Power
July 23, 2021 06:00 - 47 minutesColton begins the show with “The Breakdown” by talking about the latest Colorado XO news, what's going on with Premier Rugby 7s, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-9:10). After “The Breakdown”, Colton catches up with the voice of Major League Rugby Dan Power. The two talk about the Major League Rugby Championship Series, whether Dan would be a scratch golfer or go to space, and how close he was to becoming an NFL punter (9:15-41:11). After the interview, Colton assigns some...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Denver Broncos Rugby Sevens Snake Draft With Justin Michael and Andre Simone
July 21, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourColton Strickler, Justin Michael of DNVR Rams, and DNVR Draft Analyst Andre Simone draft their dream rugby sevens team using current and former Denver Broncos. The guys discuss the pros and cons of their picks throughout the draft, talk about what position groups would be good for rugby sevens, and defend why some all-time great Broncos didn't get picked in the honorable mention portion of the show. Who do you think won the draft? Let us know on Twitter @DNVR_Rugby and @DNVR_Broncos! Learn mo...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Colorado XO Director of Recruiting Peter Pasque
July 16, 2021 06:00 - 47 minutesColton starts the show with “The Breakdown” by talking about the Major League Rugby Championship Series, some playoff scenarios, and all of the rugby you can watch this weekend (0:00-9:33). After “The Breakdown”, Colton talks with Colorado XO Director of Recruiting Peter Pasque about the club's first season, sending guys to the MLR, and what to expect moving forward (9:35-41:12). After the interview, Colton assigns some “Required Reading” and talks about what's coming up in “The Loop” (41:14-...
DNVR Rugby Podcast: Colorado Rockies Rugby Sevens Snake Draft With Justin Michael and Drew Creasman
July 14, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourColton Strickler, Justin Michael of DNVR Rams, and Drew Creasman of DNVR Rockies draft their dream rugby sevens team using current and former Colorado Rockies. The fellas break down their picks throughout the draft, talk about the qualities of baseball that would transfer over to rugby, and listen to Colton defend his wild final pick. Who do you think won the draft? Let us know on Twitter @DNVR_Rugby and @DNVR_Rockies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices