A key player on the team last year, Steff Hughes joins us to talk about his decision to transition to coaching and his plans for the team's attacking strategies.

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

We talked with Old Glory's General Manager of Rugby Operations Richard Merryman about his role on the team, how the roster came together, how the new rules affected decision-making, and got him to spill the beans on the few remaining unannounced players.

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

Only one new signing was announced since last week, even though big holes remain in the roster. Still, at least we've heard some announcements, unlike California fans.

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

We return for a new year of Old Glory banter, starting with a surprising signing, the return of some familiar faces, and a whole lot of "rugby knowledge".

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

In our last episode of the year, we cover a couple OGDC signings and the news around the league. We'll be off the next couple weeks and be back in your feeds in the new year.

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

The big news is the release of the MLR schedule and what it means for Old Glory, but there have also been a bunch of player announcements and the drawing of RWC 2027 pools, making this a packed episode.

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

Old Glory has brought in a new player and the league has brought in new leadership, and it looks like there's a new schedule on the way.

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

Old Glory has added a new loosehead prop so we talk about how that position is shaping up, including an update on Jack Iscaro in France.

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