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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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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

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