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From New Zealand rugby to Cal Berkeley to Major League Rugby, Charlie Walsh has taken a unique path into professional rugby.

In this episode of Rugby 100 Club, host Matt Courtright talks with Charlie about growing up in New Zealand, moving to the United States, choosing Cal, becoming a captain and national champion, and making the jump into professional rugby.

Charlie reflects on his first MLR season, including the challenges of being a young draft pick, earning minutes in high-pressure situations, adapting to the professional environment and switching from tighthead to loosehead prop.

They also dive into:

🏉 Charlie's New Zealand rugby roots 🇺🇸 His decision to attend Cal 🏆 Winning a national championship 👑 Leadership and becoming captain 💪 The reality of being a rookie in MLR 🔥 Competition at the professional level 🇺🇸 Growing rugby in America 🏉 Rugby Union vs. Rugby League 🌎 The impact of the 2031 Rugby World Cup 🤝 Why rugby creates such strong connections between people

Charlie also shares his perspective on what makes rugby special — and why the sport's meritocratic nature can bring together people from completely different backgrounds.

What do you think is the biggest opportunity for rugby in America?

Listen now and join the conversation.

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What happens when a professional rugby player steps away from the pitch and into the world of reality television? 💍🏉

Host Matt Courtright sits down with former professional rugby player Devin Short for a candid conversation about life after rugby, his experience on Married at First Sight, relationships, self-discovery, and what comes next.

Devin recently appeared on Married at First Sight, and in this conversation he opens up about the experience, including the intense application process and how it forced him to take a deeper look at what he wanted in a relationship and in life.

But Devin's story doesn't stop with reality TV.

He's building the next chapter through Validus Tackle Academy, coaching the Valley Kangaroos, working with youth rugby programs, and exploring new opportunities in entertainment, modeling and DJing. In this episode:

🏉 Life after professional rugby 💍 Devin's Married at First Sight experience ❤️ Relationships and finding the right partner 🧠 Self-reflection and personal growth 💪 Building Validus Tackle Academy 🏆 Coaching and growing rugby 🎧 DJing, entertainment and what's next 🚀 Creating a new life after rugby

It's a conversation about rugby, relationships, taking chances and being willing to step outside your comfort zone.

Listen now and tell us: Would you ever trust a group of experts to choose your spouse? 👀

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Out of the Vault!

Recorded in January 2025, Matt Courtright sits down with Shawn Clark to talk about his journey from football and chasing an NFL opportunity to discovering professional rugby.

Shawn shares what rugby has taught him, the importance of mental health and vulnerability, the friendships and experiences that come with the game, his journey through professional rugby, and his dream of representing the United States at a Rugby World Cup.

A candid conversation about sport, resilience, identity, friendship, and why rugby can change your life.

Rugby 100 Club — where the stories behind the game matter.