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The Glorious Rugby Podcast
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Hosts John and Alistair talk all things Old Glory DC - match breakdowns and previews, player news, stats, all from the perspective of two dedicated fans. Releases weekly during the season and sporadically the rest of the time.
About the hosts:
John Fitzpatrick is the proprietor of the Rugby Morning newsletter and host of Rugby Morning Coffee Break on Rugby Wrap Up
Alistair Kirsch-Poole writes for Glorious Rugby and is the proprietor of Tackle the Numbers
About the hosts:
John Fitzpatrick is the proprietor of the Rugby Morning newsletter and host of Rugby Morning Coffee Break on Rugby Wrap Up
Alistair Kirsch-Poole writes for Glorious Rugby and is the proprietor of Tackle the Numbers
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Episode Notes
Old Glory breaks the home winning streak when the comeback falls just short against Miami, but we dive more into the bigger picture - why has this team become so inconsistent, and what can they to get back on the right track?
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
In which there is a quarter of an hour's general bafflement about the state of the team, musings on the league's general defiance of predictability, concerns about players compelled to inaction through injury, and a set of predictions that nevertheless express some confidence that Old Glory will return to form.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
John Rizzo joins us to talk about what the team got wrong against LA and how the turned it around against Seattle last weekend.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
We try (unsuccessfully) to figure out the truly weird match against LA this past weekend, then preview to upcoming match against the Seattle SeaWolves.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
We revel in the glow of a rivalry win for a bit, then turn our sights to a potentially tricky opponent in LA.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
Recording in person in upper Senate park, we go over the schedule announcements from USA Rugby, why we have confidence in this team after a loss to Chicago, and where Old Glory can go from here.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
Last weekend, Jama played his 50th March with OGDC, so we got the vice captain on to talk about his journey with Old Glory and where he's going from here. We also break down the Anthem win and preview a fearsome-looking Chicago side.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
After a frustrating loss at home, we break down where things went wrong, but also what things went right and why we're still confident for the future.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
Old Glory winger Axel Muller hopped on the pod to talk to us about his season-opening hat trick, trusting his teammates, his US eligibility, what it's like playing in different countries, and more.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
It's time for rugby in person again! San Diego is at the top of the standings and represent a formidable opponent, but Old Glory is due some revenge.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
We breakdown the last-minute, season-opening win over Miami in detail. There was a lot to like, a lot to work on, but one thing is clear - lifting the shield at the end of the season is definitely on the table.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
A bonus episode this week, OGDC co-owners Chris Dunlavey and Paul Sheehy join us to chat about the upcoming season and what's changed at Old Glory DC.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
With the season days away, we preview OGDC's first opponent, the Miami Sharks. We also talk through the new streaming deal, the controversial law changes, and whether everyone is underrating Old Glory this season.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
The week before the week before the season means its time to go through the full roster, position by position. It's a full breakdown of what to expect, with a sneak preview of an unannounced player hidden inside.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
We had a chat with new OGDC center/flyhalf Jason Emery about the weather, his journey through MLR, and what he expects to bring to Old Glory this season.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
Old Glory held an open practice and player Q&A on Monday - we talk about what we learned at the event and where we think this team is going.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
A couple of surprise signings came through the door, with another one teased for next week. We catch up on that and the rest of the news around the league.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
The new year has arrived, meaning pre-season camp has begun! We take some time to catch up on the news of the last few weeks, then dive into some nice speculation about a piece of good news on the stadium front.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
Old Glory's daily player announcements continue roll in, Old Glory's draftees continue to see success at their universities, and the USA Women's Sevens continue to batter their way to silver.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
Episode Notes
A flurry of news has hit the desk, including player announcements from Old Glory, the 2025 jersey designs, and the latest adventures of Ilona Maher.
About the hosts
John Fitzpatrick
Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
Twitter: @rugbymorning
Alistair Kirsch-Poole
Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
Runs Tackle the Numbers
Twitter: @AlistairKP
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