Rugby Through The Leagues Podcast

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A Rugby Podcast that wants to shine a light on all of Rugby outside of the Mainstream.

  1. Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 30 - Eleni Voultepsis - Rebirth of Greek Rugby

    1D AGO

    Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 30 - Eleni Voultepsis - Rebirth of Greek Rugby

    Greek Rugby’s Comeback: Eleni on National Teams, Rugby Europe Membership & Building Youth Pathways In this Rugby through the Leagues podcast episode, Eleni from Greek Rugby discusses helping relaunch Greece on the rugby map, including coaching the first-ever Greek women’s fifteens match vs Bulgaria and leading a men’s match vs Albania with minimal preparation using a mostly domestic Greek league squad. She explains Greece’s new status as Rugby Europe’s 48th member and the next steps, including another match vs Albania and plans to keep selection focused on Greeks and Greeks abroad rather than importing international players. Eleni outlines challenges after the federation president’s death in 2015, the bureaucracy required for accreditation, and progress such as Greece’s first national rugby coaching school (6–8 months) tied to verified match records. She also covers Rugby Europe’s seminars, match protocols, grassroots school outreach, club growth, facilities constraints, and the importance of promotion and social media. 00:00 Meet Eleni of Greek Rugby 00:25 First Women’s XV Debut 01:01 Men’s Match vs Albania 02:14 Joining Rugby Europe 03:46 Rebuilding After 2015 04:45 Romania Coaching Seminar 07:57 Veterans Keep Playing 11:06 First Greek Coaching School 14:41 Rugby Europe Support Network 20:30 Women’s Teams and Rivalries 22:12 New National Kit Plans 23:18 Kit Plans Update 23:42 Long Term Rugby Europe Vision 25:02 Schools Pathway Challenges 25:56 Building Youth Age Grades 27:14 Growing The Domestic Championship 28:11 Facilities And Grass Field Struggles 30:08 Social Media Promotion Reality 34:23 Rugby Europe Upsets Breakdown 37:25 Matchday Culture And Rome Trips 39:35 Fixing Rugby Calendar And Grassroots 41:06 Greek Rugby Future And Wrap Up

    43 min
  2. Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 29 - Rugby Banter and Breakdown: Six Nations Special

    2D AGO

    Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 29 - Rugby Banter and Breakdown: Six Nations Special

    Ireland Smash England, Wales Collapse vs Scotland & France Roll Italy | Six Nations Breakdown + Fantasy Rugby The panel recaps a busy Six Nations weekend, starting with Ireland vs England, where Ireland rebound with a dominant win and England’s defensive and breakdown issues are heavily criticized, alongside debate over England’s hooker choices and selection (including Crowley vs Prendergast for Ireland and praise for players like McCloskey and James Ryan). They discuss whether Italy can threaten England after England’s two straight losses and preview upcoming fixtures, generally backing France over Scotland, England to edge Italy, and Ireland to beat Wales. They also review Wales’ late collapse against Scotland, arguing it reflected youth and game-management inexperience, and cover France’s clinical win over Italy and their depth (including Ramos at 10). The episode ends with updates and banter about their fantasy rugby leagues and forfeits. 00:00 Hooker Depth Rant 00:24 Ireland vs England Reaction 02:16 England Mood and Italy Threat 07:22 Why England Lost the Breakdown 11:22 Ireland Standouts Crowley and Ryan 14:32 England Hooker Selection Meltdown 18:58 Borthwick Future and Coaching Options 23:16 Scotland vs Wales Chaos Finish 31:10 Scotland Coaching Succession Talk 37:27 France vs Italy Match Breakdown 45:26 Can France Be Stopped 46:05 Fantasy Panic Picks 46:57 Unchanged League Standings 48:11 Public League Leaderboard 49:34 Team Breakdowns And Shoutouts 53:36 Aerial Contest Ref Debate 01:00:16 England Selection And Back Row 01:01:28 Next Round Predictions 01:07:35 Fantasy Strategy And Forfeits 01:11:27 Banter Haircuts And Signoff

    1h 16m
  3. Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 28 - Rugby Europe Championship Round Up with Game Day Bites

    FEB 27

    Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 28 - Rugby Europe Championship Round Up with Game Day Bites

    Rugby Europe Championship Midway Review: Spain vs Georgia, Portugal Preview, Romania’s Struggles & Relegation Chaos (with Game Day Bites) Rugby Through The Leagues Podcast hosts a collaborative mid-tournament Rugby Europe Championship review with Pasquale from Game Day Bites, reflecting on their trip to Amsterdam and the Netherlands’ promising but inconsistent start under new management. We analyse Georgia’s early dominance, Spain’s missed chance in Georgia (including a pivotal reversed penalty), selection debates at scrum-half, and concerns over Spain’s depth at 10 and fullback, while noting standout moments like Spain’s try on 53 minutes. The discussion covers Portugal’s electric but as-yet untested form, Romania’s decline amid injuries and lack of cohesion, and Switzerland’s recruitment, performances, and reliance on key player Jules Porcher, amid refereeing controversy in the key game. We preview upcoming fixtures (including Portugal vs Spain and Georgia vs Romania), unpack a complex two-year relegation scenario, predict Georgia to beat Romania heavily, and encourage fans to attend finals weekend in Madrid with affordable ticket options. 00:00 Welcome and Collab Intro 00:52 Meet Game Day Bites 01:56 Amsterdam and Dutch Rise 03:57 Georgia vs Spain Breakdown 05:00 Spain Selection and Depth 14:50 World Cup Cycle Talk 15:53 Pool B Portugal and Romania 17:10 Romania Struggles and Germany Upset 27:46 Group Standings and Switzerland Tease 28:14 Swiss Recruitment Buzz 29:32 Porsche Injury Concern 30:17 Ref Calls and Dutch Stats 32:07 Vick Meyer Poster Boy 33:29 Style vs Adaptability 36:43 Relegation Math Explained 41:33 Semi Final Predictions 43:00 Best Game So Far 45:09 Why Eight Teams Matters 48:20 Madrid Finals Weekend Info 51:06 Wrap Up and Subscribe

    52 min
  4. Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 27 - Exploring the Unseen Gem: Super Rugby Americas ft. Joe Santamaria

    FEB 20

    Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 27 - Exploring the Unseen Gem: Super Rugby Americas ft. Joe Santamaria

    Exploring the Unseen Gem: Super Rugby Americas ft. Joe Santamaria Rugby Through the Leagues Podcast Welcome to a special episode of Rugby Through the Leagues Podcast! In this episode, host Carl sits down with Joe Santamaria, who joins us from Buenos Aires to provide an in-depth look at Super Rugby Americas. They delve into the exciting details of the league, the trials and tribulations of its players and coaches, and why it might be one of the best leagues you’ve never heard of. With discussions on standout teams like Penarol, Pampas, Dogos, and new franchises like the Capybaras, this episode is a must-watch for every rugby fan. Don't miss insights on potential players to watch, league predictions, and what makes South American rugby so special. Tune in for an episode bursting with passion, expert knowledge, and a fresh perspective on rugby in South America! 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:24 Overview of Super Rugby Americas 01:36 New Season Excitement and Team Preparations 01:58 League Expansion and Team Dynamics 02:21 Last Season Highlights and Player Movements 03:08 Challenges and Growth of the League 07:51 Team Strategies and Rivalries 21:22 Commercial and Logistical Aspects 33:45 Fan Engagement and Community Support 39:35 Predictions for the Upcoming Season 40:30 Chile's Rugby Journey and Key Players 42:27 Chile's Playing Style and Key Figures 44:32 Challenges and Injuries in Chilean Rugby 45:29 Penarol's Player Exodus and Impact 46:10 Uruguayan Players and National Team Perspective 49:45 Penarol's New Additions and Key Players 53:50 Pampas' Performance and Key Losses 59:17 Rugby in Uruguay and Argentina 01:02:16 Capybaras: The New Franchise 01:08:17 Season Predictions and Final Thoughts

    1h 18m
  5. Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 26 - 6 Nations Fantasy Week 1

    FEB 13

    Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 26 - 6 Nations Fantasy Week 1

    Rugby TTL - Six Nations First Round Review and Fantasy Picks Analysis Welcome back to Rugby TTL! In this episode, join us as we dive into the first round results of the Six Nations tournament. Featuring Kent and Polly, we discuss unchanged fantasy picks, team performances, and key moments from last week's games. From Italy's surprising victory over Scotland to England's dominant display against Wales, we cover all the action. We also preview the upcoming matches, focusing on England vs. Scotland, Ireland vs. Italy, and France vs. Wales. Tune in for all things rugby, strategy insights, and fantasy league tips! 00:00 Introduction and First Round Recap 00:15 Fantasy Rugby Picks and Strategies 02:56 Italy vs Scotland: A Surprising Outcome 03:53 Scotland's Performance and Future Prospects 10:11 Wales' Struggles and England's Dominance 32:15 Ireland vs France: A Tough Battle 47:29 Debating the 50/22 Rule and Player Skills 48:00 Ramos: The Underrated Star 49:30 Referee Decisions and Match Scrutiny 52:24 Fantasy Rugby: Top Point Scorers 54:32 League Standings and Team Strategies 59:21 Match Previews: England vs Scotland 01:02:39 Match Previews: Ireland vs Italy 01:05:57 Match Previews: Wales vs France 01:15:18 Lineout Techniques and Player Safety 01:17:52 Conclusion and Social Media Plugs

    1h 19m
  6. Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 25 - Rosbifs Rugby - Is French rugby helping or killing Rugby Europe?!

    FEB 6

    Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 25 - Rosbifs Rugby - Is French rugby helping or killing Rugby Europe?!

    Exploring French Rugby Development & Rugby Europe Strategies | Rugby TTL Podcast In this episode of the Rugby TTL Podcast, we dive deep into the development of French rugby and its impact on Rugby Europe nations. Our guest, Rob from the Rosbifs Rugby Podcast, talks about how nations like France and Spain use the French model to grow their professional leagues. We discuss the importance of accessibility, the role of academies, and how French clubs manage international player commitments. Additionally, we explore how policies and financial support can help balance the needs of clubs and national teams. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the complexities of rugby development in Europe.

    1h 6m
  7. Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 24 - 6 Nations Fantasy Special

    FEB 3

    Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 24 - 6 Nations Fantasy Special

    Rugby Through the Leagues Podcast | Six Nations Fantasy Special In this special episode of Rugby Through the Leagues podcast, the hosts dive deep into their Six Nations Fantasy choices for the upcoming tournament. Join Kent, Polly, Buster, and Carl as they strategize and debate their picks for the ultimate fantasy rugby team. They predict which players will shine, discuss injury concerns, and analyze each nation's strengths and weaknesses heading into the competition. Stay tuned for updates throughout the Six Nations as they keep their fantasy teams up-to-date and reveal who emerges victorious in their league. Whether you're a seasoned fantasy player or a rugby enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights and humor that you won't want to miss!

    1 hr
  8. Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 23 - Finlay Harrison - Youngest International DOR

    JAN 30

    Rugby TTL - Series 2 - Episode 23 - Finlay Harrison - Youngest International DOR

    Building Hungarian Rugby: An Interview with Finley Harrison In this engaging episode of Rugby Through the Leagues podcast, we sit down with Finley Harrison, the 21-year-old head coach and director of rugby for the Hungarian national team. Finley shares his fascinating journey from a young player who transitioned into coaching due to injury, to becoming one of the youngest head coaches in international rugby. We discuss the challenges and opportunities in Hungarian rugby, the growth of the sport in the country, and Finley's ambitious plans to take Hungarian rugby to new heights. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation that highlights passion, perseverance, and the potential of Hungarian rugby. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:17 Meet Finley Harrison: The Young Head Coach 01:18 Finley's Journey to Coaching 03:19 Challenges and Achievements in Hungarian Rugby 04:26 Cultural Integration and Language Barriers 06:01 Growing Rugby in Hungary 08:12 Pathways and Development in Hungarian Rugby 09:53 The Role of Analysis and Technology 12:40 Club Loyalty and National Team Dynamics 17:47 Coaching and Development Pathways 26:09 Future Goals and Aspirations 31:46 Adapting to Hungarian Rugby 32:21 Building a Transition Game 35:38 Embracing Vulnerability as a Coach 37:07 Non-Negotiable Standards 38:47 Changing Public Perception 46:12 Balancing Sevens and Fifteens 50:49 Challenges and Ambitions 57:34 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

    1 hr
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