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December 4, 2025 36 mins
This special episode of US Rugby Happy Hour welcomes a major figure in the American game: Alex Magleby, Co-President of Major League Rugby (MLR). Magleby offers an unparalleled, candid look inside the business and strategy driving the nation's premier professional rugby competition. Dive deep into the mission to stabilize and professionalize the sport, what it takes to build a thriving league, and the critical relationship between MLR and USA Rugby. It’s a must-listen for fans who want to understand the foundational challenges and successes shaping the future of rugby in the United States. As the countdown to the 2031 Rugby World Cup on US soil begins, what are the most urgent priorities for building a competitive national team and a passionate fanbase? Magleby pulls back the curtain on the dedicated efforts to accelerate the development of young American talent and the key broadcast strategies designed to put the MLR in front of millions of new viewers. Hear his thoughts on the next phase of league expansion, financial sustainability, and the pressure of preparing the entire US rugby ecosystem for the global spotlight. Tune in to find out if Major League Rugby is on track to deliver on its massive potential. 🎧 Listen to the replay podcast of this and many previous episodes of US Rugby Happy Hour LIVE on Youtube and your favorite podcast player today! iHeart: bit.ly/3A43Tff Apple: bit.ly/3Uuj9u7 Spotify: bit.ly/3ZxjAa0 Like, follow, and subscribe and please leave a comment!! Check out americanrugbyrising.com for the latest on your USA Eagles, schedules, news and more, and visit rugbymorning.com for the latest on ALL rugby! Bill Baker, an Emmy award winning editor and producer, has curated Eagles Overseas Rugby since 1996, providing updates and news stories about USA Eagles plying their trade around the world.  ⁠http://www.eaglesoverseas.com⁠ ⁠eaglesoverseas@comcast.net⁠ John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world. ⁠John@rugbymorning.com⁠ ⁠http://www.rugbymorning.com Youtube | X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tiktok | Bluesky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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