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The Growth of Rugby in America | Chicago Hounds, MLR Culture & the Future of US Rugby

The Growth of Rugby in America | Chicago Hounds, MLR Culture & the Future of US Rugby

By: Rugby 100 Club
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Summary

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

Jennifer Courtright
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Episodes
  • Chicago Hounds Are Taking Over MLR 👀 | Week 5 Chaos, Free Jacks Collapse & Playoff Talk
    May 9 2026

    The Chicago Hounds continue to dominate MLR—and the rest of the league is trying to catch up.

    In this Rugby 100 Club episode, Matt Courtright and Paul Burdick break down: 🏉 Chicago’s insane form 🏉 Seattle shocking New England 🏉 Why the Free Jacks are struggling 🏉 Playoff predictions and league standings 🏉 Anthem, Legion, Old Glory & the second-half race

    Is Chicago truly unstoppable this season? Can New England recover? Who’s making the playoffs?

    Drop your predictions below 👇

    #MLR #ChicagoHounds #MajorLeagueRugby #RugbyPodcast #RugbyUnion #SeattleSeawolves

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    25 mins
  • Marcus Holt on San Diego Legion, Fan Culture, Rivalries & the Heart of Rugby in America
    May 9 2026

    What keeps rugby culture alive in America? In this episode of Rugby 100 Club, Marcus Holt joins the show to talk San Diego Legion, supporter culture, the Cohort, MLR rivalries, unforgettable matchday moments, and what it really takes to build community around the game.

    From tailgates and travel stories to hard-fought rivalries with Seattle and the realities of keeping pro rugby growing in the U.S., this conversation is all heart, passion, and love for the sport.

    If you’re a rugby fan who loves the stories behind the game, this episode is for you.

    Subscribe for more rugby conversations, fan stories, and behind-the-scenes moments from across the rugby community.

    #Rugby #MLR #SanDiegoLegion #Rugby100Club #MajorLeagueRugby #RugbyPodcast #AmericanRugby #SeattleSeawolves #RugbyFans

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    50 mins
  • Chicago Hounds DOMINATING MLR… But Is the League Holding Itself Back? 👀🏉
    May 9 2026

    The Chicago Hounds are dominating Major League Rugby right now—but that’s only part of the story.

    In this episode of Rugby 100 Club, we break down:

    • Chicago’s rise and what makes them so dangerous
    • The gap between teams in MLR right now
    • Why fan engagement could make or break the league
    • Real talk on what MLR needs to improve
    • Midseason predictions and playoff outlook

    This is more than just analysis—it’s an honest conversation about where the league is, and where it needs to go.

    Do you agree with the take? Drop your thoughts below 👇

    #MLR #ChicagoHounds #RugbyUnion #MajorLeagueRugby #RugbyPodcast #RugbyFans

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    38 mins
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