We had a chat with new OGDC center/flyhalf Jason Emery about the weather, his journey through MLR, and what he expects to bring to Old Glory this season.

John Fitzpatrick

• Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
• Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
• Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
• Twitter: @rugbymorning

Alistair Kirsch-Poole

• Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
• Runs Tackle the Numbers
• Twitter: @AlistairKP

Old Glory held an open practice and player Q&A on Monday - we talk about what we learned at the event and where we think this team is going.

John Fitzpatrick

• Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
• Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
• Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
• Twitter: @rugbymorning

Alistair Kirsch-Poole

• Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
• Runs Tackle the Numbers
• Twitter: @AlistairKP

A couple of surprise signings came through the door, with another one teased for next week. We catch up on that and the rest of the news around the league.

John Fitzpatrick

• Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
• Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
• Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
• Twitter: @rugbymorning

Alistair Kirsch-Poole

• Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
• Runs Tackle the Numbers
• Twitter: @AlistairKP

The new year has arrived, meaning pre-season camp has begun! We take some time to catch up on the news of the last few weeks, then dive into some nice speculation about a piece of good news on the stadium front.

John Fitzpatrick

• Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
• Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
• Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
• Twitter: @rugbymorning

Alistair Kirsch-Poole

• Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
• Runs Tackle the Numbers
• Twitter: @AlistairKP

Old Glory's daily player announcements continue roll in, Old Glory's draftees continue to see success at their universities, and the USA Women's Sevens continue to batter their way to silver.

John Fitzpatrick

• Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
• Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
• Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
• Twitter: @rugbymorning

Alistair Kirsch-Poole

• Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
• Runs Tackle the Numbers
• Twitter: @AlistairKP

A flurry of news has hit the desk, including player announcements from Old Glory, the 2025 jersey designs, and the latest adventures of Ilona Maher.

John Fitzpatrick

• Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
• Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
• Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
• Twitter: @rugbymorning

Alistair Kirsch-Poole

• Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
• Runs Tackle the Numbers
• Twitter: @AlistairKP

The Eagles ended their European tour on a high note, but there's plenty of controversy in MLR to carry us into the holiday.

John Fitzpatrick

• Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
• Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
• Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
• Twitter: @rugbymorning

Alistair Kirsch-Poole

• Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
• Runs Tackle the Numbers
• Twitter: @AlistairKP

This week go behind the scenes with strength & condition coach Mat Skyner and performance analyst Nick Purvis and discover some of the hidden work the players are putting in behind the scenes. We also chat a bit about the USA's excellent win over Tonga and the shape of the MLR schedule for the upcoming season.

John Fitzpatrick

• Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter
• Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)
• Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces
• Twitter: @rugbymorning

Alistair Kirsch-Poole

• Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby
• Runs Tackle the Numbers
• Twitter: @AlistairKP