The Rugby 100 Club: Rugby for the People, By the People.
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Podcast Overview
<p>Welcome to <strong>Rugby 100 Club</strong>, where rugby is more than scores and standings—it’s the people, stories, personalities, and community behind the game.</p><p>Hosted by Matt Courtright, Rugby 100 Club brings fans into the world of rugby through:</p><p>🏉 Honest conversations and league storylines 🏉 Fan experiences, road trips and unforgettable moments 🏉 Behind-the-scenes player stories 🏉 Predictions, debates and rugby culture 🏉 The camaraderie that makes rugby different from every other sport</p><p>From tailgates and post-match socials to stories from players, fans, and communities around the rugby world, Rugby 100 Club delivers the game beyond the pitch.</p><p>Whether you've loved rugby for years or you're just discovering the sport, pull up a chair and join the club.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 19, 2026
Inside Major League Rugby’s Referee Revolution with Wilko | Rugby 100 Club
<p>What does it take to referee at the highest level of professional rugby?</p><p>In this episode of Rugby 100 Club, host <strong>Matt Courtright</strong> sits down with <strong>Wilko</strong>, Major League Rugby's Director of Match Officials, to discuss his incredible journey from Northern Ireland to the United States and the innovations shaping the future of the sport.</p><p>Wilko shares:</p><ul><li>How an unexpected injury led him into refereeing</li><li>His path from the Irish Rugby Football Union to Major League Rugby</li><li>Why he chose Utah over Dallas when moving to the U.S.</li><li>The mental and physical demands of professional officiating</li><li>How referees prepare for matches behind the scenes</li><li>The development of MLR's groundbreaking Referee Review System (RRS)</li><li>Why transparency and fan engagement are essential to growing rugby in North America</li></ul><p>Whether you're a player, coach, referee, or passionate fan, this conversation offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the people making the game possible.</p><p>Subscribe to Rugby 100 Club for exclusive interviews, rugby stories, and insider access to Major League Rugby.</p><p>#MajorLeagueRugby #MLR #Rugby #Rugby100Club #Referee #RugbyPodcast #RugbyUnion #SportsPodcast #ChicagoHounds #CaliforniaLegion</p>
June 16, 2026
How We Built a Pro Rugby Team in America | Former Seattle Seawolves CEO Brian Jones
<p>What does it take to build a professional rugby team in America?</p><p>This week on <strong>Rugby 100 Club</strong>, host Matt Courtright sits down with <strong>Brian Jones</strong>, former CEO of the Seattle Seawolves, to discuss the business, leadership, and vision behind one of Major League Rugby's most successful clubs.</p><p>Brian shares his incredible journey through professional sports—from the NBA and NHL to the NFL, MLS, and ultimately Major League Rugby. Along the way, he reveals what fans rarely see behind the scenes.</p><p>In this episode:</p><p>🏉 How the Seattle Seawolves were built from the ground up</p><p>🏟 The business challenges of growing Major League Rugby</p><p>💼 Lessons learned from the NBA, NHL, NFL, and MLS</p><p>📈 Building partnerships, creating fan experiences, and growing a sports brand</p><p>🎙 The pressure and excitement of leading a professional sports organization</p><p>🤝 Why community is the foundation of rugby culture</p><p>Whether you're a rugby fan, sports business professional, entrepreneur, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers an inside look at what it takes to grow a new sport in America.</p><p>👇 What does rugby need most to succeed in the United States?</p><p>#Rugby #MLR #MajorLeagueRugby #SeattleSeawolves #SportsBusiness #BrianJones #RugbyPodcast #MattCourtright #Rugby100Club</p>
June 14, 2026
Inside the Seattle Seawolves Locker Room | Callum Botchar & Dewald Kotze
<p>What is life really like as a professional rugby player?</p><p>This week on <strong>Rugby 100 Club</strong>, host Matt Courtright sits down with Seattle Seawolves players <strong>Callum Botchar</strong> and <strong>Dewald Kotze</strong> for an honest conversation about rugby, travel, friendships, and life inside Major League Rugby.</p><p>In this episode:</p><p>🏉 Preparing for the MLR playoffs 🌎 Rugby journeys through Canada, South Africa, and New Zealand ✈️ International rugby experiences and travel stories 🎙️ Life inside the Seattle Seawolves locker room 🤝 Team culture, leadership, and camaraderie 🎮 What players do away from rugby 🔥 Why rugby creates friendships unlike any other sport</p><p>From Tokyo karaoke bars to Seattle coffee shops, this conversation gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at the personalities, experiences, and relationships that make rugby special.</p><p>👇 What's your favorite part of rugby culture?</p><p>#SeattleSeawolves #MLR #MajorLeagueRugby #Rugby #RugbyPodcast #CallumBotchar #DewaldKotze #MattCourtright #Rugby100Club</p>
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- What is The Rugby 100 Club: Rugby for the People, By the People.?
<p>Welcome to <strong>Rugby 100 Club</strong>, where rugby is more than scores and standings—it’s the people, stories, personalities, and community behind the game.</p><p>Hosted by Matt Courtright, Rugby 100 Club brings fans into the world of rugby through:</p><p>🏉 Honest conversations and league storylines 🏉 Fan experiences, road trips and unforgettable moments 🏉 Behind-the-scenes player stories 🏉 Predictions, debates and rugby culture 🏉 The camaraderie that makes rugby different from every other sport</p><p>From tailgates and post-match socials to stories from players, fans, and communities around the rugby world, Rugby 100 Club delivers the game beyond the pitch.</p><p>Whether you've loved rugby for years or you're just discovering the sport, pull up a chair and join the club.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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