Rugby League Rat Pack

The Rugby League Rat Pack is back for Episode 14!

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Niuy, Bobo, Duck Arse and Captain America welcome special guests Kyle and Tiana Granby, two of the driving forces behind the growth of rugby in the United States through Roots Rugby Family.

The crew discusses Tiana's rugby journey, Kyle's transition from rugby union, playing rugby in Las Vegas, the state of USA men's and women's rugby, the Brooklyn Kings and a budding local rivalry, international competition and the mission of growing the game across America.

Plus, the Rat Pack delivers the weekly NRL Recap, then Vassy checks in from an undisclosed location with his Super League Round Up.

Bobo brings another entertaining Breakdown, Captain America hands out his MVP Award, and the team takes a look at the local rugby league scene.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

05:34 Bobo caught on tape

08:19 Social Surprise

10:06 Kyle & Tiana Granby join the Pack

11:45 Tiana’s Rugby Journey

14:25 How Kyle and Tiana got together

18:33 Life at Home 19:20 Playing Nines in Las Vegas

26:14 Kyle’s Rugby Union Journey 28:01 Insights on USA Men’s &Women’s Rugby Team

31:20 Roots Rugby Family 38:08 Kyle playing with the Hawks 39:01 Highlights of Kyle and Tiana

40:45 Family

41:15 Brooklyn Kings

43:08 International Matches on the schedule

45:00 Brooklyn Kings vs NY Knights rivalry

48:23 Super League Round Up

51:47 NRL Recap

1:09:00 Bobo’s Breakdown

1:12:38 Jalen Brunson vs Nathan Cleary

1:13:49 MVP Award

1:13:11 Wemby playing Rugby League

1:13:33 Which NBA player would be best at rugby league

1:19:49 A Look at the Local League

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Five Rugby League players. Years at the top level. Honest, unfiltered insight.

Niuy, Vassy, Duck Arse and Captain America are on the pitch with State of Origin reactions, NRL and Challenge Cup recaps, and the launch of the USARL season, plus key rugby league news and storylines across the game.

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Bobo joins the show on location with an extra=special Breakdown and Captain America awards his MVP to Vermont's Favorite Son Harrison Graham.

The Rat Pack shine the spotlight on the launch of the USARL, with the boys highlighting the growth of rugby league in the United States and the clubs and players driving the game forward, including the DC Cavalry, Brooklyn Kings, New York Knights, Sarasota Bullsharks and Tampa Mayhem.

The bous also dive into State of Origin, breaking down the footage and unpacking the biggest moments from the series — including a controversial, game-changing play that sparks a full-blown debate across the panel.

🏉 In This Episode:

NRL Recap

Challenge Cup highlights

State of Origin reactions

USARL Season Launch

Bobo’s Breakdown

Most Valuable Preston Award: Harrison Graham

A Look At The Local League

Chapters:

00:00 Niuy Sets the Scene

00:29 Where’s Bobo 01:00 Scrum Vegas Countdown

02:37 Inroductions 05:01 Vassy's Face Swapping on X

06:54 NRL Recap and related topics

21:17 Challenge Cup

26:07 Coaching great John Kear dies day after covering Challenge Cup Final

27:46 The devasting impact Motor Neuron Disease (MND) has had on Rugby

31:14 Bobo’s Breakdown

32:14 Most Valuable Preston Award

36:19 State of Origin Recap

47:24 Harrison Graham Spotlight

52:54 A Look at the Local League

1:28:23 Scrum Vegas

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Former Australian rugby league star and State of Origin legend Tim Brasher joins Niuy, Bobo, Vassy, Duck Arse and Captain America for an entertaining and wide-ranging conversation about his incredible rugby league journey, Grand Final memories, State of Origin, life after football, and much more.

Tim shares stories from his playing days with Balmain, NSW and Australia, reflects on the evolution of the game, discusses memorable teammates and moments from his career, and talks about post-footy opportunities including his experiences caddying for celebrities and appearing at Scrum Vegas.

The featured discussion this week is State of Origin, including the concept and history, intensity and physicality, memorable moments from past series, and predictions for this year’s showdown.

Plus the NRL recap, Super League Roundup, Bobo’s Breakdown and Captain America's MVP Award.

The boys then look at the local league with a focus on the L.A. Roosers!

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Former New Zealand rugby league star Lance Hohaia joins Episode 11 of the Rugby League Rat Pack for an in-depth conversation about his legendary career, the growth of rugby league in America, the Warriors, playing in Grand Finals, Super League, and much more.

Lance shares stories from his rugby league journey, representing New Zealand in the 2008 Rugby League World Cup, battling through multiple ACL surgeries, and competing against some of the toughest players in the game.

Bobo, Niuy, Vassey, Captain America & Duck Arse also recap Magic Round in the NRL, break down Warriors vs Broncos, dive into Super League results, discuss the Women’s State of Origin, John Cartwright's new coaching opportunity and glorious news of the Bradford Bulls and Leigh Leopards heading to Las Vegas in 2027.

Plus, the Most Valuable Preston awarded to Cooper Clark and a surprise appearance from Dangerous Dave Baxendale!

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Chapters:

00:00 Surprise Guest Reveal

00:33 Dangerous Dave Baxendale

02:50 Rat Pack Introductions

06:24 Lance Hohaia joins the Pack

06:44 Lance’s Rugby League Journey

16:58 Rugby League vs Rugby Union

20:20 Growing Rugby League in USA

23:21 How Lance made it to the Warriors

33:34 Playing in Two Grand Finals

41:35 New Zealand & 2008 Rugby League World Cup stories

44:39 Overcoming multiple ACL surgeries

46:59 Players who play in Super League after the NRL

49:00 Lance's Favorite teammates

50:51 Lance's Toughest opponent

54:32 NRL Magic Round Recap

1:00:02 Super League Round Up

1:01:39 John Cartwright Coaching News

1:02:14 Bobo’s Breakdown: Warriors vs Broncos

1:06:59 Most Valuable Preston Award – Cooper Clark

1:13:53 Women’s State of Origin Recap

1:15:39 Bradford Bulls & Leigh Leopards to Las Vegas

1:20:00 Magic Weekend in Las Vegas Discussion

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Bobo, Niuy, Duck Arse, Vassey & Captain America are back to discuss all the action and notable storyelines across the game — including NRL results, Challenge Cup memories, and a preview Thursday's Women’s State of Origin match.

The episode opens with Mother’s Day recognition before diving into the NRL, where Duck Arse runs through the scoreboard and ladder as the boys break down key performances, results, and talking points from the weekend.

The conversation then shifts into a nostalgic look back at Vassy’s Challenge Cup experience, including his time as the youngest forward ever to play in a Challenge Cup Final at Wembley Stadium — supported by photos and stories from that historic moment.

From there, the crew heads into Bobo’s Breakdown, where Jamayne Isaako of the Dolphins is featured. Captain America (Jeff Preston) presents the Most Valuable Preston Award to Sydney Roosters captain and fullback James Tedesco.

Preston also previews Women’s State of Origin Game 2 ahead of Thursday night’s clash between the Queensland Maroons and New South Wales Blues.

The episode closes with A Look At the Local League, centered on the Delaware Black Foxes and the players helping drive rugby league forward in the United States.

In this episode:

NRL Recap

Challenge Cup memories

Bobo’s Breakdown (Jamayne Isaako)

Most Valuable Preston Award (James Tedesco)

Women’s State of Origin Game 2 (Maroons vs Blues)

A Look At the Local League — Delaware Black Foxes

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In Episode 9 of the Rugby League Rat Pack, the crew is joined by special guest Adam Nable, former NRL and AMNRL Player, for a wide-ranging conversation covering the NRL, the evolution of the game, and rugby league’s growing footprint in the United States.

Adam shares his journey from competing in the NRL to being part of the early rugby league landscape in America, including experiences in New York and insights into what it takes to adapt when the game is still developing in new markets. The discussion also revisits key moments from his playing career and the broader challenges and opportunities around growing rugby league globally.

Also in this episode:

• NRL Recap with key results and talking points
• Super League Round Up with Vassy
• Bobo’s Breakdown (Knights vs Rabbitohs)
• Most Valuable Preston Award
• Women’s State of Origin spotlight
• A Look At the Local League, featuring growing programs across the U.S.

This week’s grassroots spotlight includes the Sarasota Bullsharks, DC Cavalry, Brooklyn Kings, and Tampa Mayhem—highlighting the continued expansion of the game at local level.

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Geno Segers joins the Rugby League Rat Pack—and this one goes way beyond the game.

Geno’s journey—from starring as a college football player to learning rugby in New Zealand and Australia, building businesses, and ultimately finding his voice on stage and screen—is one you won’t hear anywhere else.

From elite sport to storytelling, Geno shares what it takes to adapt, evolve, and seize opportunity across multiple careers.

The boys then hit the pitch for the NRL Recap, Super League Round Up, Bobo’s Breakdown, Most Valuable Preston, and A Look At the Local League—this week spotlighting the Brooklyn Kings.

Plus, a signature segment: Military History in USA Rugby League, led by Jeff Preston, exploring the deep connections between service and the sport.

Bold takes, sharp analysis, and the usual chaos from Niuy, Bobo, Duck Arse, Sergeant Slaughter, and Vassy!

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⏱️ Timestamps

0:00 – Introductions

3:50 – Opening clips

4:45 – Geno Segers joins the Pack

6:30 – Geno’s athletic journey

11:33 – Transition to rugby

14:01 – Wrestling background

17:22 – Learning in New Zealand

24:10 – Rugby 7s in Australia

26:45 – Storytelling & perspective

29:10 – Behind the mic

36:30 – On stage & acting

53:25 – Post-interview reactions

56:31 – NRL recap

1:00:52 – Super League roundup

1:04:30 – Bobo’s Breakdown

1:08:01 – Most Valuable Preston

1:12:15 – A Look At The Local League: Brooklyn Kings spotlight

1:17:01 – Military History in USA Rugby League

Five Rugby League players. Decades of experience. No filter.

Niuy, Bobo, Vassy, Duck Arse, and Captain America are back for Episode 7 to deliver authentic rugby commentary and lots of laughs!

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This week, the Rat Pack tackles one of the most debated topics in the game — why teams often improve after a coach is sacked. The boys draw on their own playing experiences to break down how different coaching styles impact performance, confidence, and results — and why certain messages just stop landing in the locker room.

The Pack also breaks down the latest action across the NRL and Super League, highlighting results, performances, and moments that actually matter — with plenty of debate and disagreement along the way.

Fan-favorite segments return, including Bobo’s Breakdown, where the game gets dissected from the player’s perspective, and Most Valuable Preston, rewarding a standout performer.

Duck Arse brings insight from the local scene with the DC Cavalry, while the crew delivers their 5 Takeaways from around the rugby league world — covering coaching changes, the continued rise of the women’s game and Parramatta v Canterbury.

🏉 In This Episode:

NRL Recap & key results

Super League Round Up with Vassy

Bobo’s Breakdown

Most Valuable Preston

Local league spotlight (DC Cavalry)

5 Takeaways

Coaching styles & player reactions

Women’s Rugby League discussion

🔥 Rat Pack Hot Seat (first-ever games revealed)

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Five Rugby League players. Years of high-level experience. Endless passion for the game.

Niuy, Bobo, Vassy, Duck Arse, and Captain America are back — bringing laughs, stories, and expert takes on all things rugby league with zero filters.

This week, the Rat Pack sits down with special guest Steven “Johno” Johnson, who has been involved in rugby league in Australia, to discuss his involvement in key initiatives across the game — including the Rugby League World Cup in 2013, the Arthur Beetson Foundation’s annual rugby league events in Las Vegas, and the Ipswich Jets’ push for an NRL expansion license as the potential 20th team.

Duck Arse breaks down the past weekend’s NRL action, highlighting key results, standout performances, and major talking points, with the rest of the crew jumping in with reactions and debate.

We then move into the Super League Round Up, covering the biggest results and storylines across the competition.

Next is Bobo’s Breakdown, where Bobo takes us through an entertaining review of a selected game.

We also hand out Captain America’s MVP, take a look at the local league, and wrap up with 5 key takeaways from the week across the NRL, Super League, and rugby league globally:

• Melbourne woes — how would you stop this slide?
• Marcus Dacre bags another try!
• John Cartwright out of Hull FC
• Preston is already gearing up for WNRL
• Disrupter penalties — what the hell is a disrupter?!

🏉 In This Episode:

• NRL Recap & key results
• Melbourne Storm struggles
• Super League Round Up
• Bobo’s Breakdown
• Captain America’s MVP
• 5 Takeaways (NRL, Super League & Rugby League globally)
• Local league spotlight
• Interview with Steven “Johno” Johnson

Chapters:

02:56 NRL Recap

06:33 Super League Round Up

14:27 Bobo’s Breakdown

24:45 5 Takeaways

38:56 A look at the local league

43:33 Steven Johnson joins the Pack

🎧 If you want real rugby league insight mixed with banter and personality, this is your weekly go-to.

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Five Rugby League players. Years of high-level experience. Endless passion for the game.

Niuy, Bobo, Vassy, Duck Arse, and Sergeant Slaughter are back — bringing laughs, stories, and expert takes on all things rugby league with zero filters.

This week, the Rat Pack dives into a featured discussion on the development of Rugby League in the USA, breaking down where the game stands, the challenges ahead, and what growth could look like moving forward.

The boys also recap the latest NRL action, highlighting the biggest results, key performances, and major storylines shaping the competition.

Then it’s over to the Super League Round Up, covering everything you need to know from across the league.

And just when you thought it was safe to keep watching, the guys flash back to yesteryear with mullet pictures to bust out laughing!

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🏉 In This Episode:

Development of Rugby League in the USA

NRL Recap & key takeaways

Super League Round Up

Bobo’s Breakdown

Captain America’s MVP

5 Takeaways from the week

NFL Positions for Rugby League players

Upcoming Games preview

Comeback of the Mullet

Chapters: 00:00 In the Penalty Box

05:17 NRL Recap

09:11 Super League Round Up

21:56 Bobo's Breakdown

38:38 Captain America's MVP

45:11 5 Takeaways

50:52 Comeback of the Mullet

58:47 Development of Rugby League in the U.S.A.

🎧 If you love rugby league, real player insight, and unfiltered banter, this is your weekly go-to for everything happening across the game.

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