The Rugby 100 Club: Rugby for the People, By the People.

The Rugby 100 Club: Rugby for the People, By the People.

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Robbie Abel | From Professional Player to Major League Rugby Coach | Rugby 100 Club
In this episode of Rugby 100 Club, host Matt Courtright sits down with Robbie Abel to discuss one of the most unique journeys in Major League Rugby. From his playing career to coaching in MLR, Robbie opens up about leadership, family, adapting through change, coaching at the professional level, and why investing in youth rugby is essential for the future of the game. This conversation is filled with honest stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and lessons that extend far beyond rugby. 🏉 Listen now and join the Rugby 100 Club community. 💬 If this episode inspired you, share it with a teammate, coach, or rugby fan. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to Rugby 100 Club for more conversations with the players, coaches, and leaders growing rugby across North America.
5 ago 2026
1:18:07
From Samoa to the Seattle Seawolves | Liki Chantung’s Rugby Journey | Rugby 100 Club
In this episode of Rugby 100 Club, host Matt Courtright sits down with Liki Chantung of the Seattle Seawolves and Coachable Collective to explore his incredible journey from the Pacific Islands to professional rugby in Major League Rugby. Liki shares his story of growing up across Samoa, Fiji, Australia, and Hawaii, navigating the rugby pathway, overcoming setbacks, and learning the importance of identity, discipline, and life beyond sport. This episode is about more than rugby—it’s about culture, resilience, and building a future through the game. 🏉 Listen now and join the Rugby 100 Club community. 💬 If this story resonates with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.
30 lug 2026
1:16:27
Summer International Round 3 | USA Eagles Rise, Global Rugby Recap & The Greatest Rugby Rivalry
Summer International Round 3 delivered another exciting weekend of world rugby. Hosts Matt Courtright and Jamie McFarland recap the biggest international matches, discuss the USA Eagles' strong Nations Cup campaign, review the Junior World Championship, analyze the latest standings, and preview the upcoming New Zealand vs. South Africa "Greatest Rugby Rivalry" tour. Whether you're following the USA Eagles, the world's top-ranked teams, or discovering international rugby for the first time, this episode covers the stories, results, and conversations shaping the global game. Keep your heads high and your tackles low.
24 lug 2026
35:35
More Than a Game: The Culture Behind Rugby | Dylan Audsley | Rugby 100 Club
What if the greatest rugby stories aren't played under stadium lights? In this episode of Rugby 100 Club, host Matt Courtright sits down with former USA Eagle and San Diego Legion player Dylan Audsley, the creator of Culture RFC, to explore why he walked away from professional rugby to tell the stories that keep the sport alive. Dylan shares his incredible journey—from representing the United States and earning All-American honors to overcoming career-ending injuries, traveling across North and South America, and launching a project dedicated to celebrating rugby's people and culture. In this conversation: 🏉 Dylan's journey from London to representing the USA 🌎 Traveling across North America to uncover rugby's hidden stories 💙 Why rugby's greatest strength is its community 💥 The highs and heartbreaks of a professional playing career 📸 The inspiration behind Culture RFC 🤝 Why volunteers, clubs, and local communities are the future of rugby Whether you're a player, coach, fan, or someone discovering rugby for the first time, this conversation is a reminder that the game is built by the people who show up every day—not just those on television. 💬 What's the best rugby club or community you've ever been part of? Tell us in the comments! 👍 Subscribe for more conversations with the people growing rugby around the world. Keep your heads high and your tackles low. #Rugby #CultureRFC #Rugby100Club #MattCourtright #USAEagles #MajorLeagueRugby #GrowTheGame #RugbyCommunity #MLRSTATS
23 lug 2026
55:56
International Rugby Is Heating Up | Championship Race & U20 World Cup
In this Rugby 100 Club International Update, host Jamie McFarland breaks down all the major storylines from around the world, including the Rugby Nations Championship, Rugby Nations Cup, USA Eagles, USA Women's tour, and the World Rugby U20 Championship. This week's episode includes: 🏉 Can Ireland finally end New Zealand's incredible Eden Park streak? 🇺🇸 USA Eagles continue their strong Rugby Nations Cup campaign 🏆 France vs. South Africa in the World Rugby U20 Championship Final 🌎 Updated Rugby Nations Championship standings 🔥 Predictions for every major international match this weekend 📺 Where to watch every game Whether you follow the Eagles, the Six Nations, Rugby Championship teams, or you're just getting into international rugby, this weekly roundup keeps you up to speed with the biggest results, standings, and matches to watch. 💬 Which match are you most excited for this weekend? Can Ireland upset the All Blacks, or will New Zealand defend Eden Park again? Subscribe to Rugby 100 Club for Major League Rugby coverage, international rugby analysis, exclusive interviews, and stories that help grow the game. #Rugby #InternationalRugby #USAEagles #AllBlacks #IrelandRugby #Rugby100Club #JamieMcFarland #RugbyUnion #SummerInternationals
17 lug 2026
10:24
International Rugby Is Back! 🌍 | Summer Tests, USA Upset & This Weekend's Must-Watch Matches
International rugby is back, and there's never been a better time to follow the global game. In this special Rugby 100 Club International Update, Jamie McFarland breaks down everything you need to know from an action-packed opening weekend of international rugby. This episode covers: 🏉 USA Eagles' thrilling one-point victory over Portugal 🌍 The new Rugby Nations Championship and Rugby Nations Cup 🇳🇿 New Zealand vs. France thriller 🇿🇦 South Africa's dominant performance 🇺🇸 USA Women's tour of South Africa 🔥 The biggest matches coming up this weekend 📺 Where to watch every international match Whether you're new to international rugby or a lifelong supporter, Jamie gives you the scores, storylines, and match previews that matter most—all in one place. 💬 Which international match are you most excited to watch this weekend? Let us know in the comments! Subscribe to Rugby 100 Club for interviews, Major League Rugby coverage, international rugby updates, and stories from across the rugby world. #Rugby #InternationalRugby #USAEagles #RugbyPassTV #Rugby100Club #JamieMcFarland #SummerTests #RugbyUnion
11 lug 2026
6:46
They Surprised Me With This… | The Rugby Community's Message to Matt Courtright ❤️🏉
What started as a podcast became something much bigger. In this special Rugby 100 Club tribute, friends, players, coaches, broadcasters, supporters, and family come together to share heartfelt messages for host Matt Courtright and celebrate the passion, friendships, and community that rugby creates. Featuring messages from: 🏉 Tim Metcher 🏉 Conner Mooneyham 🏉 Rob Hammerschmidt 🏉 Stacy Paetz 🏉 Matt McCarthy 🏉 Kirsten & Jordan Gackowski 🏉 Marcus Holt 🏉 Sam Windsor 🏉 Seth Smith 🏉 Adrian Balfour 🏉 Devin Short 🏉 Matthew Trouville 🏉 Will Hooley 🏉 Kevin Flynn 🏉 Levon Dunn 🏉 Sam Matenga 🏉 Nic Greer 🏉 Jennifer Courtright This video isn't just about one person—it's about what makes rugby different. It's about the relationships, respect, and lifelong friendships that grow from a shared love of the game. To everyone who has appeared on Rugby 100 Club, listened to an episode, shared a story, or supported the mission of growing rugby, thank you for being part of this incredible journey. 💙 If rugby has impacted your life, tell us your story in the comments. We'd love to hear it. 👍 Like, subscribe, and join Rugby 100 Club as we continue sharing the stories that grow the game. Keep your heads high and your tackles low. #Rugby100Club #MattCourtright #Rugby #MajorLeagueRugby #MLR #GrowTheGame #RugbyCommunity #ThankYouRugby
25 giu 2026
11:50
How Rugby Can Win America | Sam Harris on MLR, Leadership & Building Champions
How do you build a winning rugby culture in America? On this episode of Rugby 100 Club, host Matt Courtright sits down with coach, leader, and Major League Rugby pioneer Sam Harris for an honest conversation about growing the game, building teams from the ground up, and why rugby's best days in America are still ahead. From launching teams in Austin and Chicago to helping guide a championship-caliber squad in Los Angeles, Sam shares the lessons he's learned from years on the front lines of professional rugby in the United States. In this episode: 🏉 Why rugby's greatest currency is exposure 🏆 Building winning cultures in Major League Rugby 🌎 Growing the game in America 🎙️ Behind-the-scenes stories from Austin, Chicago, and Los Angeles 🤝 The importance of community, fan engagement, and rugby values 🔥 Sam's thoughts on the MLR Championship and the future of the league Whether you're a lifelong rugby supporter or new to the sport, this conversation offers a rare look at the people helping shape rugby's future in North America. Subscribe for more exclusive interviews, player stories, and behind-the-scenes access from Rugby 100 Club. #Rugby #MLR #MajorLeagueRugby #SamHarris #RugbyPodcast #Rugby100Club #MattCourtright
19 giu 2026
49:57
Inside Major League Rugby’s Referee Revolution with Wilko | Rugby 100 Club
What does it take to referee at the highest level of professional rugby? In this episode of Rugby 100 Club, host Matt Courtright sits down with Wilko, Major League Rugby's Director of Match Officials, to discuss his incredible journey from Northern Ireland to the United States and the innovations shaping the future of the sport. Wilko shares: How an unexpected injury led him into refereeing His path from the Irish Rugby Football Union to Major League Rugby Why he chose Utah over Dallas when moving to the U.S. The mental and physical demands of professional officiating How referees prepare for matches behind the scenes The development of MLR's groundbreaking Referee Review System (RRS) Why transparency and fan engagement are essential to growing rugby in North America Whether you're a player, coach, referee, or passionate fan, this conversation offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the people making the game possible. Subscribe to Rugby 100 Club for exclusive interviews, rugby stories, and insider access to Major League Rugby. #MajorLeagueRugby #MLR #Rugby #Rugby100Club #Referee #RugbyPodcast #RugbyUnion #SportsPodcast #ChicagoHounds #CaliforniaLegion
19 giu 2026
1:18:49
How We Built a Pro Rugby Team in America | Former Seattle Seawolves CEO Brian Jones
What does it take to build a professional rugby team in America? This week on Rugby 100 Club, host Matt Courtright sits down with Brian Jones, former CEO of the Seattle Seawolves, to discuss the business, leadership, and vision behind one of Major League Rugby's most successful clubs. Brian shares his incredible journey through professional sports—from the NBA and NHL to the NFL, MLS, and ultimately Major League Rugby. Along the way, he reveals what fans rarely see behind the scenes. In this episode: 🏉 How the Seattle Seawolves were built from the ground up 🏟 The business challenges of growing Major League Rugby 💼 Lessons learned from the NBA, NHL, NFL, and MLS 📈 Building partnerships, creating fan experiences, and growing a sports brand 🎙 The pressure and excitement of leading a professional sports organization 🤝 Why community is the foundation of rugby culture Whether you're a rugby fan, sports business professional, entrepreneur, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers an inside look at what it takes to grow a new sport in America. 👇 What does rugby need most to succeed in the United States? #Rugby #MLR #MajorLeagueRugby #SeattleSeawolves #SportsBusiness #BrianJones #RugbyPodcast #MattCourtright #Rugby100Club
16 giu 2026
2:09:29
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