Inside MLR

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Major League Rugby's official podcast. No fluff - just the people who live and breathe this league, breaking down everything that matters. MLR is the only sports league where fans are co-creators. This is your source of truth. Tune in. Stay in the loop. Be part of the story.

  1. 5d ago

    Inside MLR | Episode 14: The Biggest MLR Championship Preview Yet | Hounds, Legion & Team of the Year

    The 2026 Major League Rugby Championship is finally here, and a new MLR champion will be crowned. In this exclusive Inside MLR Championship Special, host Will Hooley is joined by MLR champion, all-time leading try scorer, and former Chicago Hounds captain Dylan Fawsitt, alongside MLR's lead commentator and Championship broadcaster Ben Holden. The trio breaks down an unforgettable semifinal weekend: 🏉 California Legion's stunning 43-34 road victory over the Seattle Seawolves in one of the greatest playoff matches in MLR history.  🏉 Chicago Hounds' dominant 59-22 win over Old Glory DC, a performance that reinforced their status as one of the most formidable teams the league has ever seen. They also share their own Championship memories, discuss the excitement surrounding Championship Week in Chicago, and preview the fan festival events taking place before Sunday's final. Then it's time for the main event: 🔥 Can California Legion pull off the upset against the unbeaten Chicago Hounds?  🔥 Key matchups including: * Ollie Devoto vs Billy Meakes * Ruben de Haas vs Gonzalo Bertranou * Chris Hilsenbeck vs Coby Miln 🔥 Championship predictions from Will, Ben, and Dylan And to finish the show, the panel selects their 2026 MLR Team of the Year—with plenty of debate, disagreement, and surprise selections. Who will lift the shield? Let us know your prediction in the comments. #MLR #MajorLeagueRugby #ChicagoHounds #CaliforniaLegion #Rugby #MLRChampionship #InsideMLR #RugbyUnion #AmericanRugby #WillHooley #DylanFawsitt #BenHolden

    47 min

  2. May 27

    Inside MLR | Episode 11: From Refugee to Rugby Star & MLR Playoff Predictions

    Major League Rugby's playoff race is reaching a boiling point! This week on Inside MLR, host Will Hooley is joined by MLR legend and all-time leading points scorer Sam Windsor and former MLR standout Monate Akuei fresh off their USA Club Rugby National Championship victory with Old Blue Rugby. 🔥 The panel breaks down all the biggest talking points from Week 9, including: - Can Anthem Rugby Carolina still make the playoffs? - What's gone wrong for the Seattle Seawolves? - Are the New England Free Jacks still contenders? - The Chicago Hounds' dominance - The quality of the Legion attack! - Old Glory DC beating themselves - The race for the Top 4 playoff spots 📈 Plus, Week 10 predictions featuring: - Seattle Seawolves vs New England Free Jacks (The Coffee Cup) - Old Glory DC vs Chicago Hounds - Anthem Rugby Carolina vs San Diego Legion 🏆 Sam discusses his journey from MLR's inaugural season to becoming the league's all-time leading scorer, including championship success with Rugby New York and his time with the Seattle Seawolves. 🌍 Then hear one of the most inspiring stories in rugby. Monate Akuei shares his incredible journey from South Sudan to Kenya as a refugee, overcoming gang violence and adversity before discovering rugby, representing Kenya, and eventually playing professionally in Major League Rugby. Today, he's also become one of rugby's most recognizable social media personalities. Don't miss this powerful episode packed with MLR analysis, playoff predictions, rugby insight, and unforgettable stories. 👍 Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification bell for weekly Major League Rugby coverage. #MLR #MajorLeagueRugby #Rugby #USA Rugby #SamWindsor #MonateAkuei #SeattleSeawolves #FreeJacks #ChicagoHounds #OldGloryDC #AnthemRugby #SanDiegoLegion #WillHooley #InsideMLR #RugbyPodcast

    57 min

  3. May 20

    Inside MLR | Episode 10: Huge Wins & Hard Truths ft. Nate Augspurger & Matt McCarthy

    Major League Rugby’s playoff race is heating up and this special episode of Inside MLR has it all. Host Will Hooley is joined by USA Rugby legend Nate Augspurger and Rugby Wrap Up founder Matt McCarthy fresh off Sunday Night Rugby to break down one of the biggest weekends of the MLR season. In this episode: - Old Glory DC’s massive win over the New England Free Jacks - How DC have now beaten the reigning champs FOUR straight times - Seattle Seawolves emerging as serious contenders - Chicago Hounds clinching their playoff place in style - MLR Week 8 review + Week 9 predictions Plus so much more: - Nate Augspurger reflects on his American rugby career and relives THAT famous try against the All Blacks - Matt McCarthy discusses the growth of rugby in AmericaWhy “territorial” thinking is hurting USA rugby development - The best uncapped USA players in MLR this season - And a chaotic debate over the ultimate MLR All-Star NBA basketball team Nate also discusses his work developing the next generation of American rugby talent as Director of Rugby at St. John's University Rugby. If you love Major League Rugby, USA Rugby, the Eagles, rugby analysis and behind-the-scenes stories from the growth of the game in America — this episode is for you. Like, comment and subscribe for weekly MLR coverage, interviews and analysis. #mlr2026 #MajorLeagueRugby #USARugby #OldGloryDC #FreeJacks #SeattleSeawolves #ChicagoHounds #Rugby #InsideMLR #NateAugspurger

    47 min

  4. May 12

    Inside MLR | Episode 9: Can Chicago's Dominance Beat Championship History?

    Can anybody stop the Chicago Hounds in Major League Rugby 2026? 🐺🔥 Another week, another dominant performance from Chicago as they dismantle Anthem RC 61-36 on Sunday Night Rugby. But is the road to the MLR Shield really that simple? Host Will Hooley is joined by former USA Eagles star and current MLR analyst Alycia Washington to break down all the biggest storylines from Week 7 of MLR 2026. From Chicago’s relentless attack to the warning signs coming from battle-tested championship teams like the New England Free Jacks and Seattle Seawolves, this episode asks the big question: 👉 Does dominance beat championship pedigree? Inside this episode: 🏉 Why the Chicago Hounds look unstoppable right now 🏆 Why you should NEVER count out the Free Jacks & Seawolves 🎙️ MLR Co-President Alex Magleby joins the show 📺 Fan questions answered on league expansion, officiating & the Referee Review System ⚡ Week 8 previews, including: • Can California Legion unlock Chicago’s defense? • Can New England finally overcome their bogey team Old Glory DC on Sunday Night Rugby? 🇺🇸 College rugby discussion & rapid-fire positional debates that spark some serious disagreement Drop your predictions in the comments ⬇️ Can Chicago go all the way, or will championship experience win out when it matters most? 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe for weekly MLR coverage, analysis, interviews & behind-the-scenes stories from across Major League Rugby. #MLR #MajorLeagueRugby #ChicagoHounds #Rugby #InsideMLR #USARugby #NewEnglandFreeJacks #SeattleSeawolves #OldGloryDC #AnthemRC

    54 min

  5. May 5

    Inside MLR | Episode 8: Mid-Season Breakdown with Christian Dyer

    Major League Rugby 2026 hits the halfway mark—and there’s no shortage of drama. Host Will Hooley is joined in the Inside MLR studio by former USA Eagle and MLR try-scoring legend Christian Dyer to break down all the biggest storylines from Week 6 and beyond. Fresh off Sunday Night Rugby, the guys react to the unstoppable Chicago Hounds, who remain unbeaten after a dominant 49–31 win over Old Glory DC. Are they the real deal this season? Meanwhile, the Seattle Seawolves make a huge statement with a 27–11 victory over defending champs New England Free Jacks—who now find themselves struggling near the bottom. Can the Free Jacks turn things around, or is their title defense slipping away? At the midway point of the Major League Rugby season, Will and Christian tackle the biggest questions: 🔥 Who are the current MVP frontrunners? 🔥 Which teams have the best offense and defense? 🔥 Who’s the standout rookie so far? 🔥 Which USA Eagles are dominating the league? 🔥 Who could be the next Eagles call-ups? 🔥 And which teams will make the Top 4? Beyond the field, Christian Dyer shares what life looks like after retirement, his thoughts on the growth of rugby in America, and why both 7s and 15s are crucial for the sport’s future. They also dive into college rugby, highlighting California Golden Bears rugby going back-to-back as National Champions, and discuss what’s needed to keep the pipeline strong. Plus, Dyer reflects on his journey—from college rugby to USA 7s and becoming a USA Eagles 15s international—and reveals who he believes are the best 7s-to-15s converts in MLR today. 👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly MLR insights, analysis, and behind-the-scenes rugby talk. #MLR2026 #MajorLeagueRugby #RugbyUnion #USAEagles #InsideMLR

    40 min

  6. Apr 28

    Inside MLR | Episode 7: Who Can Catch The Top Dawgs?

    The Chicago Hounds are on fire and sit alone at the top of the Major League Rugby standings heading into Week 6 as the only unbeaten team in the league! After a crushing win over the Seattle Seawolves, host Will Hooley is joined by analyst Bri Kim and MLR legend Dylan Fawsitt to ask the big question: Who can catch Chicago this season? We break down all the Week 5 action, including: 🔥 California Legion impressive road win over Old Glory DC 🔥 New England Free Jacks finally grabbing their first win of the season over Anthem RC 🔥 Midseason power rankings & top contenders 🔥 Standout stars like Brock Webster lighting it up for Chicago Plus, MLR Co-President joins the show from the road to discuss the state of the league, growth plans, and the future of MLR with Old Glory DC ownership. We also talk about the exciting 2026 rookie class, the rise of college rugby, and preview the D1A Men’s National Championship this weekend as University of California, Berkeley faces United States Naval Academy. Subscribe | 👍 Like | 💬 Comment — sometimes, we read them on the show! Major League Schedule and tickets: https://www.majorleague.rugby/fixtures-and-results Download the MLR App: https://bit.ly/MLRApp For the latest in MLR, remember to hit subscribe! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/usmlr​​​ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/usmlr/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usmlr/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorleaguerugby For more information about MLR, go to the league's official website: https://www.majorleague.rugby/​​​

    39 min

  7. Apr 21

    Inside MLR | Episode 6: Big Wins, Bigger Questions

    This week on Inside MLR, we’ve got a stacked show with special guest, USA Rugby Hall of Famer, Mike Petri, in the studio breaking down all the biggest moments from Major League Rugby! Alex Magleby joins the show live from UCLA to give his instant reaction to one of the season's most thrilling matches: the California Legion defeated the Seattle Seawolves 38–29 in Los Angeles on Sunday Night Rugby. Mags dives into: - The electric fan experience in LA - The growing parity across Major League Rugby - The success of Chicago Hounds in Nashville and what benefit that has for the league - His thoughts on the Referee Review System - Will & Mike continue the conversation in Fan Cam reaction, merchandise from fans, and a MASSIVE Week 4 of results There's plenty of preview of Week 5 upcoming action from two former players who are inside the broadcast booth, including discussion of these questions: 💬 Plus, Will puts Mike on the spot: Which MLR team would he LOVE to play for right now? The answer might surprise you… 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments & don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for more MLR content!

    35 min

  8. Apr 15

    Inside MLR | Episode 5: Honest Reactions 👀 Chicago Momentum + Claudia Bellofatto

    In this week's Inside MLR, host Will Hooley jumps straight off the very first Sunday Night Rugby broadcast to sit down with MLR Co-President Alex Magleby for an honest reaction to the showcase clash between the Chicago Hounds and the California Legion. Magleby opens up about the challenges facing the league, while Will puts him on the spot with a fan question about how MLR plans to grow ahead of the 2031 Rugby World Cup in the USA. Joining the show is special guest and Sunday Night Rugby on ESPN co-host Claudia Bellofatto, who teams up with Will to dive into all the biggest storylines from Week 3: 👉 Old Glory DC’s huge win over New England Free Jacks
 👉 Anthem RC's surprise victory against the Seattle Seawolves
 👉 A full recap of Sunday Night Rugby on ESPN, including the Hounds vs Legion showdown, where Chicago put in a statement performance We look ahead to Week 4, including Chicago's showcase trip to Nashville to play the Free Jacks and the next Sunday Night Rugby event. Finally, to know Claudia like never before, her journey into broadcasting, her growing love for rugby, why she joined Sunday Night Rugby, and the biggest star she’s ever interviewed 👀

    39 min

  9. Apr 8

    Inside MLR | Episode 4: All Eyes on Sunday Night Rugby

    Sunday Night Rugby is almost here, and nobody's more locked in than this week's guest. Will Magie, GM of the Chicago Hounds. He joins Will and Mags to discuss hosting the first-ever SNR matchup, the roster he's assembled, and what this moment means for the club. Will also opens up about his path from USA Eagle (cap #507) to the front office, and the Hounds' Coaching Academy — a program built to grow the game in the Chicago community. Plus: Week 2 reactions, fan hotline, and the MLR Hall of Fame debate.

    52 min

  10. Apr 1

    Inside MLR | Episode 3: First Win. First Child

    Major League Rugby’s 2026 season is officially underway with Anthem’s huge first win EVER.

    47 min

  11. Mar 25

    Inside MLR | Episode 2: The Road To Chicago

    MLR fan favorite Lance Williams stops by the pod to preview the brand new California Legion team...It’s go time on the Road to Chicago - Championship home for MLR 2026.

    46 min

  12. Mar 17

    Inside MLR | Episode 1: The Big Reset

    Off-Season Changes, Fan Questions Answered & 2026 Season Preview Major League Rugby's official podcast. No fluff, no outsiders. Just the people who live and breathe this league, breaking down everything that matters. Episode 1: The Big Reset. MLR Broadcaster, Will Hooley, and Co-president, Alexander Magleby, tackle the biggest changes from a tumultuous 2025-26 off-season, answer fan questions, and look ahead to the new season, what's changed, what to expect, and where to watch. MLR is the only sports league where fans are co-creators. This is your source of truth.

    45 min
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Major League Rugby's official podcast. No fluff - just the people who live and breathe this league, breaking down everything that matters. MLR is the only sports league where fans are co-creators. This is your source of truth. Tune in. Stay in the loop. Be part of the story.

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