The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast
258 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsYour home to all Eagles Overseas Rugby shows, including The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast and US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE.
US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE, hosted by the dynamic duo of Bill Baker of Eagles Overseas Rugby and John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning, is a captivating blend of insightful rugby discussions, entertaining banter, and a celebration of the sport’s spirit. With their wealth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm, Baker and Fitzpatrick create an engaging space for rugby enthusiasts to connect and revel in the game’s glory. Whether delving into the latest matches or sharing anecdotes with special guests, this live show is a must-attend for anyone passionate about rugby, offering a delightful intersection of camaraderie and sports analysis.
Guests have included head coaches Gary Gold, Rob Cain and Mike Friday. USA Eagles Joe Taufete’e, Greg Peterson, Kate Zackary, Hope Rogers, Christian Dyer, and Hall of Famers, Dan Lyle and Todd Clever. Major League Rugby stars Mitch Wilson, Nick Civetta, Connor Mooneyham and MLR Commissioner, George Killebrew. Those covering the news too, including Brian Ray of Americas Rugby News and Wendy Young of YSC Rugby.
Join us live Wednesdays, live-streamed on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube and Twitter (show times vary), or catch the replays right here! Follow @eaglesoverseas on Twitter and Instagram for weekly guest announcements and direct link to the live shows.
Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.
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John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world.
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Episodes
Episode 19 | Best of 2020
January 04, 2021 17:34 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MBThank you for listening to the Eagle-Eyed podcast this past year. We had some very interesting, funny and sometimes, news breaking interviews! Here are some of the best. Nick Civetta and his stache, Marcel Brache's hairdo, the Blaine Scully "Captain USA' coffee mug, Kapeli Pifeleti 7's, Brache on his cricket physiquey, Chris Wyles catching beers and Wolfpack Lager's BPH, Kristine Sommer 9-5 Rugby player, 5-midnight West Coast employee, Christian Ostberg enjoying rugby life in Italy, Joe Tau...
Eagle #492, Southland Stags' Tony Lamborn
December 23, 2020 15:44 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBEagle #492, Southland Stags' Tony Lamborn On this episode of Eagle-Eyed, I have a quick conversation with Tony Lamborn about this past Southland Stags season, his performance and what it means to him to be recognized by fans and peers alike. Also, an update on his contract status. Where will he land next? Super Rugby? Japan? Europe? It's all on the table. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 18
Episode 18 | Tony Lamborn
December 23, 2020 15:44 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBEpisode 18 | Tony Lamborn On this episode of Eagle-Eyed, I have a quick conversation with Tony Lamborn about this past Southland Stags season, his performance and what it means to him to be recognized by fans and peers alike. Also, an update on his contract status. Where will he land next? Super Rugby? Japan? Europe? It's all on the table.
Eagle #517, Saracens' Will Hooley
December 21, 2020 16:56 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBEagle #517, Saracens' Will Hooley I connect with Will Hooley again to talk about last week's Saracens match against Leicester A, playing in front of a crowd for the first time is a while, and his and Kapeli Pifeleti's performances in this match. Also, what's up with Championship Rugby, and Will also talks about his new writing gig with XV Rugby. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 17
Episode 17 | Saracens' Will Hooley
December 21, 2020 16:56 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBI connect with Will Hooley again to talk about last week's Saracens match against Leicester A, playing in front of a crowd for the first time is a while, and his and Kapeli Pifeleti's performances in this match. Also, what's up with Championship Rugby, and Will also talks about his new writing gig with XV Rugby.
Episode 16 | Eagle No. 375, Chris Wyles
December 15, 2020 16:22 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBEagle-Eyed Episode 16 | Eagle No. 375, Chris Wyles I catch up with Chris Wyles to talk about beer! Specifically, Wolfpack Lager that he and Saracen teammate, Al Hargreaves, started together in London. What's a BPH and what's this I hear about free beer!? Grab a pint and enjoy!
Eagle #375, Chris Wyles
December 15, 2020 16:22 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBEagle-Eyed Episode 16 | Eagle No. 375, Chris Wyles I catch up with Chris Wyles to talk about beer! Specifically, Wolfpack Lager that he and Saracen teammate, Al Hargreaves, started together in London. What's a BPH and what's this I hear about free beer!? Grab a pint and enjoy! The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 16
COMING NEXT WEEK - Former USA Eagle/Saracen, Chris Wyles
December 10, 2020 19:02 - 47 seconds - 809 KBCOMING NEXT WEEK - Former USA Eagle/Saracen, Chris Wyles Throw pint glass in the freezer, I talk beer with Chris Wyles! The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 16
Eagle #264, Harlequins Women's Kristine Sommer
December 04, 2020 17:46 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBEagle #264, Harlequins Women's Kristine Sommer I check back in with Harlequins Women's forward, Kristine Sommer about her recent move back over to Europe and talk about upcoming matches, especially those against her USA Eagles teammates. #Premier15's The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 15
Episode 15 | Harlequins Women's Forward, Kristine Sommer
December 04, 2020 17:46 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBEpisode 15 | Harlequins Women's Forward, Kristine Sommer I check back in with Harlequins Women's forward, Kristine Sommer about her recent move back over to Europe and talk about upcoming matches, especially those against her USA Eagles teammates. #Premier15's
COMING SOON - Harlequins Women's Kristine Sommer
December 02, 2020 20:13 - 34 seconds - 590 KBCOMING SOON - Harlequins Women's Kristine Sommer I touch base with Kristine again to talk about her recent move to Twickenham to rejoin the Harlequins Women of the Premier15s. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 15
Eagle #498, Nick Civetta
November 20, 2020 17:00 - 23 minutes - 22 MBEpisode 14 | Eagle No. 498, Nick Civetta USA Eagle lock, Nick Civetta, checks in from Oxford where he is deep into his studies. We talk about his classes and the degree he is pursuing, and what it would mean to him to play in the storied Varsity match in the Spring, earning that blue. Also, what's ahead for Civetta? MLR? This interview is also available via video on Eagles Overseas' social media channels! YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo6u8acnpDyxri0a3pcJ1cQ?view_as=subscr...
Episode 14 | Eagle No. 498, Nick Civetta
November 20, 2020 17:00 - 23 minutes - 22 MBEpisode 14 | Eagle No. 498, Nick Civetta USA Eagle lock, Nick Civetta, checks in from Oxford where he is deep into his studies. We talk about his classes and the degree he is pursuing, and what it would mean to him to play in the storied Varsity match in the Spring, earning that blue. Also, what's ahead for Civetta? MLR? This interview is also available via video on Eagles Overseas' social media channels! YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo6u8acnpDyxri0a3pcJ1cQ?view_as=subscr...
COMING SOON - USA Lock, Nick Civetta
November 18, 2020 14:56 - 48 seconds - 809 KBCOMING SOON - USA Lock, Nick Civetta Nick talks about his studies at Oxford, Rugby in blue, and his future. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 14
Eagle #522, Toyota Cheetahs' Ruben de Haas
November 12, 2020 18:31 - 10 minutes - 9.75 MBEagle #522, Toyota Cheetahs' Ruben de Haas Eagle NO. 522 and Toyota Cheetahs' scrumfhalf joins me to talk about his recent debut for the Cheetahs, a long time coming considering Covid nixed his last two attempts. We also talk about his high school rugby days in America and his move down to South Africa. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 13
Episode 13 | Eagle No. 522, Ruben de Haas
November 12, 2020 18:31 - 10 minutes - 9.75 MBEpisode 13 | Eagle No. 522, Ruben de Haas Eagle NO. 522 and Toyota Cheetahs' scrumfhalf joins me to talk about his recent debut for the Cheetahs, a long time coming considering Covid nixed his last two attempts. We also talk about his high school rugby days in America and his move down to South Africa.
Episode 12 | Eagle No. 237, Dan Lyle
October 29, 2020 15:58 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBEpisode 12 | Eagle No. 237, Dan Lyle Dan Lyle, now with AEG Rugby and NBC Sports/Peacock Rugby Analyst, talks in details about AEG's impact on the game, and the company's massive reach, the business side of Broadcasting rugby in the United States, and how far it's come. Dan also discusses the difficulties that USA broadcasters and USA Rugby itself have gaining sponsorship, and, what he feels is the key to USA Rugby's success. We also go back a few years and talk about his trek from an NFL h...
Eagle #237, NBC Sports' Dan Lyle
October 29, 2020 15:58 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBEagle #237, NBC Sports' Dan Lyle Dan Lyle, now with AEG Rugby and NBC Sports/Peacock Rugby Analyst, talks in details about AEG's impact on the game, and the company's massive reach, the business side of Broadcasting rugby in the United States, and how far it's come. Dan also discusses the difficulties that USA broadcasters and USA Rugby itself have gaining sponsorship, and, what he feels is the key to USA Rugby's success. We also go back a few years and talk about his trek from an NFL hopef...
COMING SOON - Eagle #237 & NBC Sports Rugby Analyst, Dan Lyle
October 27, 2020 18:01 - 56 seconds - 937 KBThe Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 12
Eagle #466, Lyon's Joe Taufete'e
October 20, 2020 15:32 - 21 minutes - 20 MBEagle #466, Lyon's Joe Taufete'e USA and Lyon Hooker, Joe Taufete'e, joins me from Lyon, France to talk about his, and his family's, move to France, what lead him to leave Worcestor, and more. This interview is also available on: YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo6u8acnpDyxri0a3pcJ1cQ?view_as=subscriber FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/EaglesOverseas TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EaglesOverseas INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/eaglesoverseas/ The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Pod...
Episode 11 | Eagle No. 466, Joe Taufete'e
October 20, 2020 15:32 - 21 minutes - 20 MBUSA and Lyon Hooker, Joe Taufete'e, joins us from Lyon, France to talk about his, and his family's, move to France, what lead him to leave Worcestor, and more. This interview is also available on: YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo6u8acnpDyxri0a3pcJ1cQ?view_as=subscriber FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/EaglesOverseas TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EaglesOverseas INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/eaglesoverseas/
COMING SOON - USA & Lyon Hooker, Joe Taufete'e
October 16, 2020 15:54 - 59 seconds - 981 KBIn episode 11 of Eagle-Eyed, USA & Lyon Hooker, Joe Taufete'e, joins me to talk about his move to France. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 11
USA Women Eagles Kate Zackary, Gabby Cantorna & Jennine Duncan
October 07, 2020 16:05 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBEpisode 10 | USA Women Eagles Kate Zackary, Gabby Cantorna & Jennine Duncan Kate, Gabby, and Jennine join me from England, while still in mandatory isolation, to talk about their new professional venture overseas, signing one year deals with Exeter Chiefs, new to the Allianz Premier 15s. We also talk about Gabby's rise from youth rugby, Kate and Jennine's transition from college soccer stars to rugby elite rugby status The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 10
Episode 10 | USA Women Eagles Kate Zackary, Gabby Cantorna & Jennine Duncan
October 07, 2020 16:05 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBEpisode 10 | USA Women Eagles Kate Zackary, Gabby Cantorna & Jennine Duncan Kate, Gabby, and Jennine join me from England, while still in mandatory isolation, to talk about their new professional venture overseas, signing one year deals with Exeter Chiefs, new to the Allianz Premier 15s. We also talk about Gabby's rise from youth rugby, Kate and Jennine's transition from college soccer stars to rugby elite rugby status
Extra-Time - Gary Gold on Joe Taufete'e
October 05, 2020 14:19 - 1 minute - 1.81 MBExtra-Time - Gary Gold on Joe Taufete'e In this special Extra-Time, USA Rugby Head Coach Gary Gold talks about USA hooker Joe Taufete'e and what makes him one of the best in the game. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 9
Episode 9 | USA Eagle Head Coach, Gary Gold
October 01, 2020 16:30 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBEpisode 9 | Eagle No. 423, Blaine Scully Gary joins me from his home in South Africa. We talk about current Eagles playing overseas, MacGinty, Ainu'u and others, the difficulties of recruiting in a country the size of the United States, the valuable rugby playing experience lost due to Covid, and much more.
Coming Soon, USA Rugby Head Coach, Gary Gold | Episode9
September 29, 2020 16:21 - 59 seconds - 1010 KBCOMING THIS WEEK! "Eagle-Eyed" featuring USA Rugby Head Coach, Gary Gold
Coming Soon - USA Rugby Head Coach, Gary Gold
September 29, 2020 16:21 - 59 seconds - 1010 KBCOMING THIS WEEK! "The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast" featuring USA Rugby Head Coach, Gary Gold
Eagle #423, Blaine Scully
September 22, 2020 20:19 - 23 minutes - 22 MBEagle #423, Blaine Scully Recently retired USA captain, Blaine Scully, shares stories about the path he has taken from high school water polo star to professional rugby star with the Cardiff Blues; winning the 2018 Challenge Cup Finals along the way, "USA!, USA!, USA!" chants, and what's ahead for this new father? That, and lots more! The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 8
Episode 8 | Eagle No. 423, Blaine Scully
September 22, 2020 20:19 - 23 minutes - 22 MBEpisode 8 | Eagle No. 423, Blaine Scully Recently retired USA captain, Blaine Scully, shares stories about the path he has taken from high school water polo star to professional rugby star with the Cardiff Blues; winning the 2018 Challenge Cup Finals along the way, "USA!, USA!, USA!" chants, and what's ahead for this new father? That, and lots more!
Coming Soon - Blaine Scully
September 20, 2020 18:54 - 1 minute - 1.03 MBCOMING THIS WEEK! "The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast" featuring Eagle No. 423, Blaine Scully! Blaine shares stories about his rise from high school water polo star to professional rugby player with Cardiff; winning the 2018 Challenge Cup Finals along the way, "USA!, USA!, USA!" chants, and what's ahead for this new father? That, and lots more! The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 8
Coming Soon, Blaine Scully | Episode 8
September 20, 2020 18:54 - 1 minute - 1.03 MBCOMING THIS WEEK! "Eagle-Eyed" featuring Eagle No. 423, Blaine Scully! Blaine shares stories about his rise from high school water polo star to professional rugby player with Cardiff; winning the 2018 Challenge Cup Finals along the way, "USA!, USA!, USA!" chants, and what's ahead for this new father? That, and lots more!
Extra-Time - Marcel Brache "World Cup Experience"
September 15, 2020 17:34 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MBA special "Extra Time" featuring Marcel Brache about his recent World Cup Experience. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 7
Eagle #503, Western Force's Marcel Brache
September 12, 2020 22:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBEagle #503, Western Force's Marcel Brache I check in with Marcel on this past #SuperRugbyAU campaign with Western Force, his growth as a young cricket star into rugby star, life as a new dad, what's up with his new hair style?, and much more. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 7
Episode 7 | Eagle No. 503, Marcel Brache
September 12, 2020 22:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBEagle-Eyed, featuring Eagle No. 503, Marcel Brache. I check in with Marcel on this past #SuperRugbyAU campaign with Western Force, his growth as a young cricket star into rugby star, life as a new dad, what's up with his new hair style?, and much more.
Coming Soon, Marcel Brache | Episode 7
September 12, 2020 22:28 - 58 seconds - 969 KBComing Soon... Eagle-Eyed Episode 7, featuring Eagle No. 503, Marcel Brache. I check in with Marcel on this past Super Rugby AU campaign with Western Force, growth as a young cricket star into rugby star, life as a new dad and important issues, like his new hair style. Tune in this weekend! The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 7
Eagle #492, Southland Stags' Tony Lamborn
September 12, 2020 22:25 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBEagle #492, Southland Stags' Tony Lamborn Tony checks in from Invercargall, New Zealand where he is preparing for the upcoming Mitre10 season with the Southland Stags. Tony shares his thoughts on this past Super Rugby season with the Blues, what his future looks like with USA Rugby, MLR and possibly a family farm. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 6
Episode 6 | Eagle No. 492, Tony Lamborn
September 12, 2020 22:25 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBEagle-Eyed, featuring Eagle No. 492, Tony Lamborn Tony checks in from Invercargall, New Zealand where he is preparing for the upcoming Mitre10 season with the Southland Stags. Tony shares his thoughts on this past Super Rugby season with the Blues, what his future looks like with USA Rugby, MLR and possibly a family farm.
Coming Soon, Tony Lamborn | Episode 6
September 12, 2020 22:23 - 42 seconds - 713 KBComing Soon... Eagle-Eyed Episode 6, featuring Eagle No. 492, Tony Lamborn. I check in with Tony about his preparations for the upcoming Mitre10 season with the Southland Stags, his recent Super Rugby season with the Blues and what his future rugby and post-career picture looks like. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 6
Extra Time - Kristine Sommer "Life decision"
September 12, 2020 22:21 - 1 minute - 1.65 MBA special "Extra Time" clip with Kristine Sommer shares how a change in her decision making attitude has guided her in rugby and life. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 5
Eagle #264, Kristine Sommer
September 12, 2020 22:20 - 16 minutes - 15 MBEagle-Eyed, featuring Eagle No. 264, Kristine Sommer USA Womens' Eagle No. 264, Kristine Sommer joins me to talk about her time with the Harlequin Womens in London, the XV Foundation, state of the women's game, and much more. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 5
Episode 5 | Eagle No. 264, Kristine Sommer
September 12, 2020 22:20 - 16 minutes - 15 MBEagle-Eyed, featuring Eagle No. 264, Kristine Sommer USA Womens' Eagle No. 264, Kristine Sommer joins me to talk about her time with the Harlequin Womens in London, the XV Foundation, state of the women's game, and much more.
Coming Soon, Kristine Sommer | Episode 5
September 12, 2020 22:18 - 44 seconds - 756 KBComing Soon... Eagle-Eyed Episode 5, featuring Womens' Eagle No. 264, Kristine Sommer. Kristine shares stories about her experience playing with London's Harlequins, starting the XV Foundation with Alycia Washington to help fund the women's program, and more.
Coming Soon, Kristine Sommer
September 12, 2020 22:18 - 44 seconds - 756 KBComing Soon... The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Episode 5, featuring Womens' Eagle No. 264, Kristine Sommer. Kristine shares stories about her experience playing with London's Harlequins, starting the XV Foundation with Alycia Washington to help fund the women's program, and more. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 5
Extra Time - Christian Ostberg "Life University"
September 12, 2020 22:16 - 1 minute - 1.43 MBA special "Extra Time" clip with Christian Ostberg. Christian talks about his time at Life University, crossing paths with Cam Dolan, AJ MacGinty and the amazing facilities Life has for their players. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 4
Austin Gilgronis' Christian Ostberg
September 12, 2020 22:14 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBEagle-Eyed, featuring Austin Gilgronis' Christian Ostberg Christian Ostberg shares stories of his growth from Texas high school rugby to French ProD2 side Aurillac. The impact his HS coach, Paul McCartney, had on his interest in the game, and Dan Payne's influence at Life University. Christian goes into great detail about an injury suffered with Aurillac and his long recovery from it, nearly ending his rugby career, and now his return home and his place in MLR with the Austin Gilgronis. Le...
Episode 4 | Christian Ostberg
September 12, 2020 22:14 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBEagle-Eyed, featuring Austin Gilgronis' Christian Ostberg Christian Ostberg shares stories of his growth from Texas high school rugby to French ProD2 side Aurillac. The impact his HS coach, Paul McCartney, had on his interest in the game, and Dan Payne's influence at Life University. Christian goes into great detail about an injury suffered with Aurillac and his long recovery from it, nearly ending his rugby career, and now his return home and his place in MLR with the Austin Gilgronis. Le...
Coming Soon, Christian Ostberg | Episode 4
September 12, 2020 22:06 - 42 seconds - 715 KBComing Soon... Eagle-Eyed Episode 4, featuring Austin Gilgronis' Christian Ostberg. I talk to Christian about his track from Texas high school rugby to Aurillac in French ProD2 rugby, and the difficult bumps, or torn hamstring, he's had to overcome along the way, and his stop at Life University in Atlanta. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 4
Extra Time - Will Hooley "Journalism Aspirations"
September 12, 2020 16:05 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MBA special "Extra Time" clip with Will Hooley about his freelance writing for The Guardian and potential post-rugby career in journalism. The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 3
Eagle #517, Saracens' Will Hooley
September 12, 2020 16:03 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBEagle-Eyed, featuring Eagle No. 517, Will Hooley Will shares his experiences with the Sarries thus far, the influence Blaine Scully and others had on his decision to play for USA Rugby and what it means to him, his kicking game and what it's like to go up against players the size of fellow The Eagle-Eyed Rugby Podcast Season 1/Episode 3