# John Fitzpatrick

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Rivalry Heat & Grassroots Explosions - Martin Pengelly & Rugby Riot's Zach Bateman

Martin Pengelly returns with his popular segment The National Maul to debate whether the historic Springboks vs. All Blacks match in Baltimore truly deserves the title of "rugby's greatest rivalry". Martin takes us down memory lane with high school battle stories and dives into MLR player overseas …

Rumors, Eagles, and Rivals

Episode Notes We talk about hints and rumors about Old Glory's head coaching search, as well discussing the internationals on deck, from the Eagles to the New Zealand vs South Africa clash happening in Baltimore. About the hosts John Fitzpatrick Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter Hosts MLR Co…

The National Maul - Honoring 9/11 & High-Stakes International Rugby

On this edition of US Rugby Happy Hour, hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick reflect on rugby’s deeply poignant connection to 9/11, honoring heroes like Mark Bingham, Jeremy Glick, and Rick Rescorla. The conversation kicks off with our signature introduction jingle, "Use it or lose it all—time for…

USA Men's Eagles Face Eddie Jones & Japan in Pacific Nations Cup Showcase

Hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick break down the USA Men’s Eagles roster as they prepare for a high-stakes test match against Japan in the Pacific Nations Cup. Facing a fast-paced Japanese side coached by Eddie Jones, the panel examines the challenges ahead following last year’s 47-21 defeat in…

"New York is a city that 'comes back' it's resourceful"

25 years ago saw the Twin Towers fall in Manhattan in New York John Fitzpatrick of the Fitzpatrick Hotel Group in New York found himself at the forefront of the city's response. His hotel became what many described as another 'consulate', as people tried to make sense of what had happened.  John to…

Inside USA Women’s Rugby with Head Coach Jack Hanratty

Welcome back to another exciting episode of US Rugby Happy Hour! Kick starting the show with our signature customized, quirky intro jingle teasing Jack Hanratty's Irish adventures—complete with Guinness factory stairs and chasing deer in Phoenix Park—hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick sit down f…

National Maul Edition: Comeback Victories, Classic Rivalries, and American Rugby Personalities

Get ready for an energetic session on US Rugby Happy Hour’s National Maul edition! Guest columnist Martin Pengelly breaks down an action-packed slate of rugby action, contrasting the USA Men’s frustrating loss against Canada with the USA Women’s heroic second-half comeback victory over Ireland. W…

MLR Weekly: Changes in DC & CA, USA Rugby College GM Luke Gross, Freda Tafuna's Rise, College Corner

**MLR Weekly** — your weekly look at the biggest stories shaping American rugby. NEW YORK, NY - 🏉 The American rugby landscape had some big end-of-summer stories/names, and our crack MLR Weekly staff has it all for for you. Big moves, rising stars, coaching shakeups and college rugby are all on th…

MLR Weekly: New England Owner Errik Anderson re expansion/future, MLR News, College Rugby Corner

**MLR Weekly** — your weekly look at the biggest stories shaping American rugby. BOSTON, MA - 🏉 New England Free Jacks owner Errik Anderson transparently answers MLR Weekly host Matt McCarthy's many questions re new teams, league's future, Canada, World Rugby and college rugby. MLR Weekly staf…

Building a Junior College Rugby Powerhouse with COCC’s Max Bennett

The energetic standard intro tune rolls in as hosts Bill and John Fitzpatrick set the stage for an engaging dive into the world of college rugby. In this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour, the hosts sit down with Central Oregon Community College (COCC) Head Coach Max Bennett to unpack the triumphs, hu…