The Growth of Rugby in America | Chicago Hounds, MLR Culture & the Future of US Rugby
Rugby 100 Club
Show overview
The Growth of Rugby in America | Chicago Hounds, MLR Culture & the Future of US Rugby has published 51 episodes during 2026. That works out to roughly 45 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a several-times-a-week cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 36 min and 1h 3m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 months ago, with 51 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Rugby 100 Club.
From the publisher
Welcome to the Rugby 100 Club Podcast with Matt Courtright — where we talk about the growth of rugby across the United States 🇺🇸. In this episode we dive into the latest updates around American rugby, including discussion around Major League Rugby, the Chicago Hounds, rugby culture, and the people helping grow the game across the country. Rugby in America is building momentum — from grassroots clubs to professional teams — and we explore what’s happening behind the scenes, the community around the sport, and why the future of rugby in the U.S. is exciting. Whether you're a longtime rugby supporter or just discovering the sport, this podcast is about the stories, the culture, and the people driving American rugby forward. 🏉 Topics include: • Major League Rugby updates • Chicago Hounds discussion • Rugby culture in the United States • The growth of American rugby • Community and fans around the sport Subscribe for more conversations about rugby in America, Major League Rugby, and the people growing the game. #Rugby #MajorLeagueRugby #MLR #ChicagoHounds #AmericanRugby #RugbyPodcast #RugbyUnion
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MLR Is Getting CRAZY | Playoff Predictions & Chicago Dominance
Chicago Hounds Are Taking Over MLR 👀 | Week 5 Chaos, Free Jacks Collapse & Playoff Talk
Marcus Holt on San Diego Legion, Fan Culture, Rivalries & the Heart of Rugby in America
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Sam Matenga Opens Up: Seattle Seawolves, Crusaders, Concussions & Rugby Culture
On this episode of Rugby 100 Club, Matt Courtright sits down with Sam Matenga to talk about his rugby journey from Australia and Seattle to New Zealand, training with the Crusaders, winning a championship, raising a family, and what makes rugby culture so special. They also dive into life in America, travel stories, MLR memories, fan experience, and why the game can keep growing worldwide. If you love rugby stories, player journeys, and behind-the-scenes conversations, this one’s for you.Subscribe for more rugby conversations, player interviews, and stories from around the game.#Rugby #Rugby100Club #SamMatenga #Crusaders #SeattleSeawolves #MLR #SuperRugby