Ep.12: Rugby League Legend Tim Brasher Joins the Rat Pack | State of Origin, NRL & Super League

Rugby League Rat Pack Ep. 14: Growing Rugby in America with Kyle & Tiana Granby + NRL & Super League

The Rugby League Rat Pack is back for Episode 14! Subscribe to Join the Pack: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1] 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 FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack [https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ [https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/] X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack [https://x.com/RL_RatPack]

EPISODE 13: State of Origin Reaction, NRL Recap & USARL Season Launch | Rugby League Rat Pack

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. Subscribe on YouTube to Join the Pack: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1] 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 FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack [https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ [https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/] X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack [https://x.com/RL_RatPack] Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0nJyI77D5c6QyhlB95YHuA?si=215e4993c1a44898 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0nJyI77D5c6QyhlB95YHuA?si=215e4993c1a44898] Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rugby-league-rat-pack/id1885437483 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rugby-league-rat-pack/id1885437483]

Ep.12: Rugby League Legend Tim Brasher Joins the Rat Pack | State of Origin, NRL & Super League

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! Follow the podcast here and subscribe on YouTube for weekly rugby league coverage, NRL analysis, Super League discussion, interviews and international rugby league news: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1] FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack [https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ [https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/] X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack [https://x.com/RL_RatPack] Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0nJyI77D5c6QyhlB95YHuA?si=215e4993c1a44898 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0nJyI77D5c6QyhlB95YHuA?si=215e4993c1a44898] Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rugby-league-rat-pack/id1885437483 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rugby-league-rat-pack/id1885437483]

Episode 11: Former Kiwi Star Lance Hohaia Joins The Pack + NRL Magic Round, Super League & Women's State of Origin

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! Follow the podcast here and subscribe on YouTube for weekly rugby league coverage, NRL analysis, Super League discussion, interviews and international rugby league news: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1] 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 FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack [https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ [https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/] X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack [https://x.com/RL_RatPack] Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0nJyI77D5c6QyhlB95YHuA?si=215e4993c1a44898 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0nJyI77D5c6QyhlB95YHuA?si=215e4993c1a44898] Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rugby-league-rat-pack/id1885437483 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rugby-league-rat-pack/id1885437483]

Episode 10: Challenge Cup Memories, NRL Recap + Delaware Black Foxes | Rugby League Rat Pack

Five Rugby League players. Years at the top level. Honest, unfiltered insight. 👇 Subscribe to Join the Pack: https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/@RugbyLeagueRatPack?sub_confirmation=1] 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 FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack [https://www.facebook.com/RugbyLeagueRatpack] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/ [https://www.instagram.com/rugbyleagueratpack/] X - https://x.com/RL_RatPack [https://x.com/RL_RatPack]