Rugby League Rat Pack

por Niuy, Vassi, Bobo, Matty and Prezzo

Temporada 1

St. Patrick's Day, Punches at RFK & the Story That Started It All | Ep 2

St. Patrick's Day brings out the best stories. In Episode 2 the Rat Pack dives into the history of USA v Ireland — the games at RFK Stadium live on ESPN, the referee with a microphone calling commercial breaks mid-tackle, and a fight that Preston swears he's not proud of. The boys break down NRL Round 2, talk Super League Challenge Cup, reveal that York Knights are looking to return to America, and pay tribute to John Morgan — the man who started it all.

T1 · E2

19 mar 2026

1:02:00

The Rat Pack Returns: American Rugby League's Founding Fathers on Vegas, the NRL, and What Comes Next

Episode 1. No studio. No producer. Just a few rugby league lifers with stories the game never got to hear. The Rugby League Rat Pack — former AMNRL players who toured internationally and helped build the sport in America from scratch — sit down for the first time to talk about what they built, where the game is now, and where it needs to go. In this episode: the crew comes straight off Scrum Vegas 3, reflects on what it felt like to watch NRL teams pack out Allegiant Stadium knowing they helped lay the foundation, and has a frank conversation about the NRL's US strategy — the right city, the wrong kickoff times, and why American fans couldn't find the game on TV. Real talk from the men who washed dishes, lined fields, and spread the gospel of rugby league in America decades before Las Vegas was even a conversation. Subscribe and follow @rugbyleagueratpack on Instagram. #rugbyleague #NRL #ScrumVegas #rugbyleagueratpack

T1 · E1

16 mar 2026

2:00:16

RL Rat Pack SIT DOWN SERIES 1: NZ Warriors Head Coach and AMNRL Alumni Andrew Webster

In the first of the Rugby League Rat Pack Specials, the 'Sit Down' series: The Rat Pack chat to top NRL Coach Andrew Webster and discuss his ties to the AMNRL going back over 20 years, why the War on the Shore was the original Magic Round, how the '05 Grand Final vs the Aston Bulls still haunts him and the lessons he's learned in the USA and the path less traveled.

21 ago 2026

38:20

EPISODE 27: Newcastle Knights Old Boy Stephen Crowe Joins the Pack + NRL Finals & NRLW Highlights

Stephen Crowe joins the Rugby League Rat Pack for a wild trip through Newcastle Knights history, the 1997 Grand Final, rugby league battles, NRL Finals, Super League and the latest NRLW action. In this episode, Niuy, Vassy, Bobo, Duck Arse & Captain America are joined by special guest Stephen Crowe, a Newcastle Knights old boy and longtime supporter of the New York Knights. Crowe shares stories from his rugby league journey, including the unforgettable 1997 Newcastle Knights vs. Manly Grand Final, what happened on the pitch, his championship ring story, the 2002 Grand Final team and the Knights' connection to New York. The boys also break down the current NRL Finals picture, recap the weekend's biggest games, look around the Super League, revisit some old-school rugby league stories and continue the countdown to Scrum Vegas IV in Las Vegas! IN THIS EPISODE: Stephen Crowe joins the Rat Pack Stories from the 1997 Newcastle Knights Grand Final Rugby league fights and old-school stories Crowe's rugby league journey Newcastle Knights and the New York Knights The latest NRL Finals picture Rabbitohs vs. Knights Warriors vs. Dolphins Sharks vs. Cowboys Panthers vs. Roosters Super League Round Up Bobo's Breakdown: NRL has the best Playoff Format Captain America's MVP: Coby Black NRLW scores and highlights The countdown to Scrum Vegas IV CHAPTERS: 00:00 NRL Finals, NFL in Australia and more! 03:23 Vassy Returns 04:12 Old School Hunter Mariners Jersey 05:39 Countdown to Scrum Vegas 07:20 Spencer Leniu vs Keaon Koloamatangi: A Study in Discipline 10:00 When Captain America got stripped of Captaincy on the Pitch 11:55 Stephen Crowe joins the Pack 14:11 Crowe gets smashed on the Pitch 15:05 Stephen Crowe’s Rugby League Journey 21:36 Playing in the 1997 Grand Final: Newcastle vs Manly 26:27 Fists on the Pitch! 28:53 Stephen Crowe gave his championship ring to a teammate 33:12 Semi-Pro Days: Transitioning to Team Management 37:31 Newcastle Knights helping New York Knights 41:15 2002 Grand Final Team 46:36 What is Stephen doing now? 51:57 NRL Recap 58:51 Analyzing the NRL Ladder & Finals 58:58 Rabbitohs v Knights 1:00:42 Warriors v Dolphins 1:01:07 Sharks v Cowboys 1:02:06 Panthers v Roosters 1:03:25 Super League Round Up 1:06:34 Bobo’s Breakdown: NRL has the best Championship Format 1:11:09 Captain America’s MVP: Coby Black 1:18:20 NRLW Scores and Highlights FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack

E27

9 sept 2026

1:23:05

EPISODE 26:: Hollywood Meets Rugby League: Josh Brandon’s L.A. Roosters Story + NRL Analysis | Rugby League Rat Pack

Rugby league and Hollywood collide in this special episode of the Rugby League Rat Pack! Niuy, Bobo, Duck Arse & Captain America welcome Josh Brandon, boss of the L.A. Roosters and a Hollywood screenwriter, who cleverly works rugby league player names into his movie and TV scripts! Fresh off the USARL National Championship Final, Brandon joins the conversation after a thrilling clash with the Tampa Mayhem. The Pack looks back at the final and projects what’s next for rugby league on the West Coast of the USA before Josh shares his unique journey from rugby league to Hollywood. Plus, the latest NRL, NRLW and Super League action, Scrum Vegas IV, Bobo’s Breakdown and Captain America’s MVP.! Follow the Podcast to join the Pack for more rugby league news, highlights, analysis, guests and entertainment: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 In This Episode: Josh Brandon’s rugby league journey Building the L.A. Roosters Rugby league player names in Hollywood scripts Josh’s work as a Hollywood screenwriter Casting NRL players in movies and TV The story behind the L.A. Roosters Possible rugby league expansion in Los Angeles Growing the women’s game on the West Coast of the USA L.A. Roosters merchandise and the Roosters vs. Sacramento NRL predictions and Sam Walker’s injury status NRL Round 26 recap NRL ladder analysis and predictions NRL rule change experiment Super League roundup Captain America’s MVP Why the women’s game can help grow rugby league in the USA Chapters: 00:00 Las Vegas Invasion - Break out the Budgies! 02:36 Countdown to Scrum Vegas! 05:53 Championship Final in the USA: L.A. Roosters vs Tampa Mayhem 07:10 Josh Brandon Joins the Pack 08:28 Josh’s L.A. Story: Roosters in Hollywood 12:55 Rooster Player Names in Hollywood 15:41 Casting NRL Players 16:56 How the L.A.Roosters came to be 18:23 2026 USARL Men's Finals Recap: L.A. Roosters vs Tampa Mayhem 22:08 Talent Level of West Coast Players 23:48 Possible expansion in Los Angeles 25:20 Growing the Women’s Game on the West Coast of the USA 26:28 Player Names to Know 27:32 L.A. Roosters Merchandise! 28:43 Video: Roosters Trip to Sacramento 32:44 Help from Sydney Roosters 36:06 Josh’s latest book: William Shatner and You! 36:43 Roosters NRL Predictions 37:17 Sam Walker Injury Status 40:04 Where’s Vassy? 40:30 NRL Recap 43:42 Jai Arrow Tribute 50:50 The Bird 51:22 NRL New Rule Change 55:41 Bobo’s Breakdown 57:26 Why the Women’s Game is best way to grow the sport in the USA 1:02:42 Super League Round Up 1:04:22 Most Valuable Preston Award 1:07:54 NRLW Scores & Highlights 1:14:40 NRL Insights: Are the Rabbitohs for Real? 1:15:51 Analyzing the NRL Ladder/Predictions FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack

E26

2 sept 2026

1:20:34

EPISDOE 25: Canadian Rugby League Takes Center Stage + NRL & NRLW Highlights & Scrum Vegas IV

Canadian Rugby League takes center stage as the Rugby League Rat Pack welcomes Blake Stewart (Whistler Wolves RFC) and Josh Knight (Rugby League British Columbia) for a wide-ranging conversation about the growth of the game in Canada, the connection between Canadian and American rugby league, and the upcoming Scrum Vegas IV! Niuy, Bobo, Vassey, Duck Arse & Captain America also break down the latest NRL and NRLW action, celebrate the latest Most Valuable Preston Award winner, examine an experimental new rule in Rugby League and analyze how Mullets impact the game. Follow the Podcast to join the Pack for more rugby league news, highlights, analysis, guests and entertainment: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 In This Episode: Blake Stewart and Josh Knight join the Rat Pack to discuss the Canadian Rugby League The roots and growth of rugby league in Canada How rugby union has influenced the Canadian game The Toronto Wolfpack and the development of rugby league Why rugby league is easy to understand and how the sport can grow Women’s rugby league in Canada Where to watch rugby league in Canada Adam Reynolds announces his retirement The latest NRL and NRLW results, scores and highlights Bobo’s Breakdown features an experimental rugby league rule Captain America’s Most Valuable Preston Award goes to Josh Feledy Mullets on the pitch, a field goal for the win and a memorable moment for Vassy Chapters 00:00 Rugby League in Las Vegas & Canada 05:39 Where to find the Rat Pack 06:22 Adam Reynolds retirement & playing vs Tomahawks 09:47 Josh Knight & Blake Stewart join 10:47 Canadian Rugby League 15:08 Rugby League Roots in Canada 16:49 Rugby Union Influence 19:53 Toronto Wolfpack 22:10 Rugby League Easy to Understand 25:53 Rugby League Format in Canada 30:40 Growing the Game in Canada 33:16 Women’s Rugby League in Canada 39:32 Watching Rugby League in Canada 46:58 Josh on Stage in Las Vegas 48:39 Connection to USA Rugby League 50:51 Who’s Coming to Scrum Vegas IV? 52:54 Umina Bunnies 58:02 Most Valuable Preston Award: Josh Feledy 1:00:55 Vassy not into it 1:01:53 Mullets on the Pitch 1:03:54 Field goal for the Win! 1:06:55 Moment of Silence for Vassy 1:07:33 Bobo’s Breakdown: Experimental Rule 1:15:04 NRL Recap 1:23:30 NRLW Scores & Highlights 1:27:50 When to Watch NRL & NRLW this week FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack

E25

26 ago 2026

1:31:21

EPISODE 24: From Football to Rugby League: Kelly McGill's Journey in Hawaii & Beyond

Kelly McGill joins the Rugby League Rat Pack for an incredible conversation about his journey from football to rugby, the USA Tomahawks, Hawaii and the global growth of rugby league! Follow the Podcast to join the Pack for more rugby league news, highlights, analysis, guests and entertainment: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 Kelly McGill shares stories from his football career, playing in the Hula Bowl, crossing over to rugby, competing in France and the Cook Islands, representing the USA and helping grow rugby league in Hawaii. He also tells the story of meeting King Charles III and shows off his Vietnamese language skills during a memorable conversation with the Rat Pack. Plus, Niuy, Bobo, Vassey, Duck Arse & Captain America break down the latest action from the NRL, Super League and NRLW, including rugby league video highlights, this week’s Most Valuable Preston Award winner and plenty of opinions, laughs and rugby league debate. IN THIS EPISODE: Kelly McGill — From football to rugby and the USA Tomahawks Rugby League in the USA — The next generation of American talent NRL Round 24 Recap & upcoming Predictions NRLW scores and highlights Super League Round Up Bobo’s Breakdown — The evolution of the wing position This week’s Most Valuable Preston Award winner — David Fifita NRL in Las Vegas — The countdown continues CHAPTERS 00:00 Countdown to NRL in Las Vegas 02:29 Lifeguard Competition: Rat Pack goes Baywatch 03:33 Free The Rugby League Rat Pack 04:09 Where to Watch the Podcast 06:27 Kelly McGill joins the Rat Pack 08:22 Hurricane in Hawaii 10:06 How Kelly got to Hawaii and how his football career started 17:00 Playing for Head Coach Paul Johnson 18:52 Playing in the Hula Bowl 21:24 Crossing over to Rugby 28:54 Rugby Union vs Rugby League 31:21 USA Tomahawks & Rugby League Development in Hawaii 33:02 Kelly speaking Vietnamese 36:32 Playing Soccer 41:14 USA vs Samoa & NSW vs Hawaii 44:33 Shaking Hands with King Charles III 45:55 Playing in France & the Cook Islands 51:42 NRL Recap 54:42 NRL Ladder/Predictions 57:29 Super League Round Up 1:01:44 Bobo’s Breakdown: Wing position evolution 1:12:00 Most Valuable Preston Award: David Fifita 1:14:50 NRLW Scores and Highlights 1:21:46 Rugby League Talent coming up in the USA 1:22:14 NRL & NFL Announcer Swap FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack

E24

19 ago 2026

1:24:01

EPISODE 23: John Strange on Coaching the Roosters, State of Origin & the Women’s Game

NRLW Sydney Roosters head coach and NSW Women’s State of Origin coach John Strange joins the Rugby League Rat Pack for an inside look at his remarkable rugby league journey. Follow the Podscast to join the Pack for more rugby league news, highlights, analysis, guests and entertainment: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 John Strange takes us from his playing and coaching days with Featherstone Rovers and York Wasps to coaching his son, working his way through junior rugby league, and eventually reaching the Sydney Roosters and NSW Women’s State of Origin. He also shares his perspective on the growth of the women’s game, the differences between coaching men and women and the changing landscape of rugby league. Plus, Niuy, Bobo, Vassey & Captain America break down the latest action from the NRL, Super League and NRLW, with plenty of opinions, laughs and rugby league banter along the way. In This Episode: John Strange joins the Rat Pack John's rugby league journey from England to Australia Featherstone Rovers and York Wasps Becoming the youngest captain/coach for York Coaching his son and his path through junior rugby league The move to the Sydney Roosters The differences between coaching men and women NSW Women’s State of Origin The growth of women’s rugby league NRL recap and predictions Super League Round Up Bobo’s Breakdown Captain America’s MVP: Dominic Young NRLW scores and highlights A look at the local league #FreeTheRatPack Chapters 00:00 Countdown to Scrum Vegas IV 03:33 Free the Rat Pack! 06:52 John Strange joins the Rat Pack 07:18 John Strange’s Rugby League Journey 08:47 Featherstone Rovers 12:56 York Wasps: Youngest Captain/Coach ever 20:50 John coaching his son 24:15 Coaching U6 to the Roosters 29:24 Differences coaching men and women 36:41 State of Origin 43:22 Dedicated facilities for women 47:05 How far the women’s game has come 49:13 John’s son not playing for the Roosters 55:29 NRL Recap 1:02:05 NRL Predictions 1:02:48 Super League Round Up 1:01:31 Bobo’s Breakdown: Is Hair out of Bounds? 1:11:04 Most Valuable Preston Award: Dominic Young 1:14:02 NRLW scores and highlights 1:18:36 A Look at the Local League FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack

E23

12 ago 2026

1:21:31

EPISODE 22 | NRL Round 22, Super League & NRLW Magic Round

From NRL Round 22 to Super League and NRLW Magic Round, the Rugby League Rat Pack breaks down the biggest performances, surprise results and headline stories from across the rugby league world. Subscribe to join the Pack for more rugby league news, highlights, analysis, guests and entertainment: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 In this episode, Niuy, Vassey, Duck Arse & Captain America analyze NRL Round 22 and the current ladder, preview Indigenous Round, and highlight the standout performances from NRLW Magic Round. The boys also cover the latest Super League action and hand out Captain America's MVP Award before taking a walk down memory lane and exploring the future of rugby league in North America. Don't miss the deep dive on Rugby League United (RLU) and the structure of the competition, discussing how leagues can create the best possible format to showcase top talent. . In this episode: NRL Round 22 analysis and ladder breakdown Indigenous Round predictions USA vs Aboriginals World 7s highlights Glen Mills vs Aboriginals lookback Super League Round Up Super League ladder and player movement NRLW Magic Round highlights & discussion Captain America's MVP: Sam Walker Old school black boots vs. white boots The future of Rugby League United (RLU) Analyzing league formats and showcasing the best talent A look at the local league championship: New York Knights vs. DC Cavalry | USA Rugby League Chapters: FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0nJyI77D5c6QyhlB95YHuA?si=215e4993c1a44898

E22

5 ago 2026

1:15:03

EPISODE 21: USA Rugby League Star Ryan Burroughs Joins the Rat Pack | NRL Round 21, Super League & NRLW

USA Hawks and DC Cavalry standout Ryan Burroughs joins the Rugby League Rat Pack to share his incredible journey from military service to international rugby league. Ryan discusses representing the United States, playing in Australia with Wentworthville, signing with the Toronto Wolfpack, life in Barrow, Major League Rugby, and the growth of the game in America. Niuy, Vassy, Duck Arse and Captain America also break down the biggest stories and highlights from NRL Round 21, recap the latest Super League action, dive into on the NRLW and reveal this week's Most Valuable Preston Award winner. Follow the Podcast and Subscribe on YouTube for more Rugby League Rat Pack episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@rugbyleagueratpack?sub_confirmation=1 In This Episode Ryan Burroughs on serving in the military and discovering rugby league Playing for Wentworthville, the USA Hawks and Toronto Wolfpack Life with the DC Cavalry and the future of rugby league in the United States NRL Round 21 recap and predictions Super League Roundup NRLW update Most Valuable Preston Award (NRL player of the week) Chapters 00:00 Vegas Baby Vegas! 08:13 Honoring Rugby Marines 12:01 Ryan Burroughs Interview Begins 13:55 Ryan's Military Journey 16:32 Discovering Rugby League 17:50 Playing at Wentworthville 20:45 Representing the USA Hawks 24:18 Signing with the Toronto Wolfpack 25:57 Playing for Paul Rowley 27:19 Journey to Barrow-in-Furness 29:40 Major League Rugby 32:31 DC Cavalry 39:55 Interview Wrap-Up 41:11 NRL Round 21 Recap 47:30 NRL Predictions 51:48 Super League Roundup 56:38 NRLW Update 1:05:38 Prestons Are Everywhere 1:06:28 Captain America's MVP 1:12:05 Bobo's Fake Anniversary FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack

E21

29 jul 2026

1:12:26

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