St. Patrick's Day brings out the best stories. In Episode 2 the Rat Pack dives into the history of USA v Ireland — the games at RFK Stadium live on ESPN, the referee with a microphone calling commercial breaks mid-tackle, and a fight that Preston swears he's not proud of. The boys break down NRL Round 2, talk Super League Challenge Cup, reveal that York Knights are looking to return to America, and pay tribute to John Morgan — the man who started it all.

Episode 1. No studio. No producer. Just a few rugby league lifers with stories the game never got to hear.

The Rugby League Rat Pack — former AMNRL players who toured internationally and helped build the sport in America from scratch — sit down for the first time to talk about what they built, where the game is now, and where it needs to go.

In this episode: the crew comes straight off Scrum Vegas 3, reflects on what it felt like to watch NRL teams pack out Allegiant Stadium knowing they helped lay the foundation, and has a frank conversation about the NRL's US strategy — the right city, the wrong kickoff times, and why American fans couldn't find the game on TV.

Real talk from the men who washed dishes, lined fields, and spread the gospel of rugby league in America decades before Las Vegas was even a conversation.

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The Rugby League Rat Pack is back for Episode 14!

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Niuy, Bobo, Duck Arse and Captain America welcome special guests Kyle and Tiana Granby, two of the driving forces behind the growth of rugby in the United States through Roots Rugby Family.

The crew discusses Tiana's rugby journey, Kyle's transition from rugby union, playing rugby in Las Vegas, the state of USA men's and women's rugby, the Brooklyn Kings and a budding local rivalry, international competition and the mission of growing the game across America.

Plus, the Rat Pack delivers the weekly NRL Recap, then Vassy checks in from an undisclosed location with his Super League Round Up.

Bobo brings another entertaining Breakdown, Captain America hands out his MVP Award, and the team takes a look at the local rugby league scene.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

05:34 Bobo caught on tape

08:19 Social Surprise

10:06 Kyle & Tiana Granby join the Pack

11:45 Tiana’s Rugby Journey

14:25 How Kyle and Tiana got together

18:33 Life at Home 19:20 Playing Nines in Las Vegas

26:14 Kyle’s Rugby Union Journey 28:01 Insights on USA Men’s &Women’s Rugby Team

31:20 Roots Rugby Family 38:08 Kyle playing with the Hawks 39:01 Highlights of Kyle and Tiana

40:45 Family

41:15 Brooklyn Kings

43:08 International Matches on the schedule

45:00 Brooklyn Kings vs NY Knights rivalry

48:23 Super League Round Up

51:47 NRL Recap

1:09:00 Bobo’s Breakdown

1:12:38 Jalen Brunson vs Nathan Cleary

1:13:49 MVP Award

1:13:11 Wemby playing Rugby League

1:13:33 Which NBA player would be best at rugby league

1:19:49 A Look at the Local League

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Niuy, Vassy, Duck Arse and Captain America are on the pitch with State of Origin reactions, NRL and Challenge Cup recaps, and the launch of the USARL season, plus key rugby league news and storylines across the game.

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Bobo joins the show on location with an extra=special Breakdown and Captain America awards his MVP to Vermont's Favorite Son Harrison Graham.

The Rat Pack shine the spotlight on the launch of the USARL, with the boys highlighting the growth of rugby league in the United States and the clubs and players driving the game forward, including the DC Cavalry, Brooklyn Kings, New York Knights, Sarasota Bullsharks and Tampa Mayhem.

The bous also dive into State of Origin, breaking down the footage and unpacking the biggest moments from the series — including a controversial, game-changing play that sparks a full-blown debate across the panel.

🏉 In This Episode:

NRL Recap

Challenge Cup highlights

State of Origin reactions

USARL Season Launch

Bobo’s Breakdown

Most Valuable Preston Award: Harrison Graham

A Look At The Local League

Chapters:

00:00 Niuy Sets the Scene

00:29 Where’s Bobo 01:00 Scrum Vegas Countdown

02:37 Inroductions 05:01 Vassy's Face Swapping on X

06:54 NRL Recap and related topics

21:17 Challenge Cup

26:07 Coaching great John Kear dies day after covering Challenge Cup Final

27:46 The devasting impact Motor Neuron Disease (MND) has had on Rugby

31:14 Bobo’s Breakdown

32:14 Most Valuable Preston Award

36:19 State of Origin Recap

47:24 Harrison Graham Spotlight

52:54 A Look at the Local League

1:28:23 Scrum Vegas

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Former Australian rugby league star and State of Origin legend Tim Brasher joins Niuy, Bobo, Vassy, Duck Arse and Captain America for an entertaining and wide-ranging conversation about his incredible rugby league journey, Grand Final memories, State of Origin, life after football, and much more.

Tim shares stories from his playing days with Balmain, NSW and Australia, reflects on the evolution of the game, discusses memorable teammates and moments from his career, and talks about post-footy opportunities including his experiences caddying for celebrities and appearing at Scrum Vegas.

The featured discussion this week is State of Origin, including the concept and history, intensity and physicality, memorable moments from past series, and predictions for this year’s showdown.

Plus the NRL recap, Super League Roundup, Bobo’s Breakdown and Captain America's MVP Award.

The boys then look at the local league with a focus on the L.A. Roosers!

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Former New Zealand rugby league star Lance Hohaia joins Episode 11 of the Rugby League Rat Pack for an in-depth conversation about his legendary career, the growth of rugby league in America, the Warriors, playing in Grand Finals, Super League, and much more.

Lance shares stories from his rugby league journey, representing New Zealand in the 2008 Rugby League World Cup, battling through multiple ACL surgeries, and competing against some of the toughest players in the game.

Bobo, Niuy, Vassey, Captain America & Duck Arse also recap Magic Round in the NRL, break down Warriors vs Broncos, dive into Super League results, discuss the Women’s State of Origin, John Cartwright's new coaching opportunity and glorious news of the Bradford Bulls and Leigh Leopards heading to Las Vegas in 2027.

Plus, the Most Valuable Preston awarded to Cooper Clark and a surprise appearance from Dangerous Dave Baxendale!

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Chapters:

00:00 Surprise Guest Reveal

00:33 Dangerous Dave Baxendale

02:50 Rat Pack Introductions

06:24 Lance Hohaia joins the Pack

06:44 Lance’s Rugby League Journey

16:58 Rugby League vs Rugby Union

20:20 Growing Rugby League in USA

23:21 How Lance made it to the Warriors

33:34 Playing in Two Grand Finals

41:35 New Zealand & 2008 Rugby League World Cup stories

44:39 Overcoming multiple ACL surgeries

46:59 Players who play in Super League after the NRL

49:00 Lance's Favorite teammates

50:51 Lance's Toughest opponent

54:32 NRL Magic Round Recap

1:00:02 Super League Round Up

1:01:39 John Cartwright Coaching News

1:02:14 Bobo’s Breakdown: Warriors vs Broncos

1:06:59 Most Valuable Preston Award – Cooper Clark

1:13:53 Women’s State of Origin Recap

1:15:39 Bradford Bulls & Leigh Leopards to Las Vegas

1:20:00 Magic Weekend in Las Vegas Discussion

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Bobo, Niuy, Duck Arse, Vassey & Captain America are back to discuss all the action and notable storyelines across the game — including NRL results, Challenge Cup memories, and a preview Thursday's Women’s State of Origin match.

The episode opens with Mother’s Day recognition before diving into the NRL, where Duck Arse runs through the scoreboard and ladder as the boys break down key performances, results, and talking points from the weekend.

The conversation then shifts into a nostalgic look back at Vassy’s Challenge Cup experience, including his time as the youngest forward ever to play in a Challenge Cup Final at Wembley Stadium — supported by photos and stories from that historic moment.

From there, the crew heads into Bobo’s Breakdown, where Jamayne Isaako of the Dolphins is featured. Captain America (Jeff Preston) presents the Most Valuable Preston Award to Sydney Roosters captain and fullback James Tedesco.

Preston also previews Women’s State of Origin Game 2 ahead of Thursday night’s clash between the Queensland Maroons and New South Wales Blues.

The episode closes with A Look At the Local League, centered on the Delaware Black Foxes and the players helping drive rugby league forward in the United States.

In this episode:

NRL Recap

Challenge Cup memories

Bobo’s Breakdown (Jamayne Isaako)

Most Valuable Preston Award (James Tedesco)

Women’s State of Origin Game 2 (Maroons vs Blues)

A Look At the Local League — Delaware Black Foxes

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In Episode 9 of the Rugby League Rat Pack, the crew is joined by special guest Adam Nable, former NRL and AMNRL Player, for a wide-ranging conversation covering the NRL, the evolution of the game, and rugby league’s growing footprint in the United States.

Adam shares his journey from competing in the NRL to being part of the early rugby league landscape in America, including experiences in New York and insights into what it takes to adapt when the game is still developing in new markets. The discussion also revisits key moments from his playing career and the broader challenges and opportunities around growing rugby league globally.

Also in this episode:

• NRL Recap with key results and talking points
• Super League Round Up with Vassy
• Bobo’s Breakdown (Knights vs Rabbitohs)
• Most Valuable Preston Award
• Women’s State of Origin spotlight
• A Look At the Local League, featuring growing programs across the U.S.

This week’s grassroots spotlight includes the Sarasota Bullsharks, DC Cavalry, Brooklyn Kings, and Tampa Mayhem—highlighting the continued expansion of the game at local level.

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