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Roots Ruck Riot

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Welcome to "Roots Ruck Riot" the podcast that delves deep into the world of grassroots rugby. In each episode, we uncover the untold stories, passions, and dedication that make grassroots rugby an essential part of communities worldwide. Bringing you conversations with players, coaches, and club members from all corners of the rugby world. Through their voices, we explore the unique camaraderie, challenges and triumphs that define grassroots rugby. If you"re a rugby enthusiast, player, or simply

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29:46

Jake Doyle: A One Man Rugby Tour

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2024/07/02

For our final episode fo Season 2 we are joined by Jake Doyle who is raising money for the incredible charity "The Man Cave UK" by trying to play for as many different rugby teams as possible this season. We talk through why he is doing this and how you can help.Jake DoyleFacebook - The Man Cave UK. The One Man Rugby TourJustGiving - https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/jake-doyle?utm_term=VqpnZgyJrThe Man Cave UK - www.themancaveuk.co.ukRoots Ruck RiotInstagram - @rootsruckriotWebsite and other

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46:42

Roots, Ruck, Preseason: The Gym with Joe Bennett

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2024/06/18

For this preseason bonus episode we are joined by bodybuilder and fitness trainer Joe Bennett. Figuring out what to do during the offseason can be confusing and imposing to say the least, luckily we have Joe here to steer us through it! We talk what started his fitness journey and what you should be doing at the gym to get ready for next seasonJoe BennettInstagram - @joeyb_liftsRoots Ruck RiotInstagram - @rootsruckriotWebsite and other links - https://linktr.ee/rootsruckriotIf you would like your

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37:34

Actonians RFC: The New Actonians

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2024/06/11

This week we are joined by Steve Partridge and Fearghal Cooke from Actonians RFC. Based out of Acton in West London the Actonians field two teams and are playing out of Herts/Middlesex and the Merit Tables. We talk about rebranding, the importance of the alphabet and having a chip on your shoulder.Actonians RFCInstagram - @actoniansRFCTikTok - @actoniansRFCFacebook -Actonians RFCWebsite - www.actoniansrfc.comRoots Ruck RiotInstagram - @rootsruckriotWebsite and other links -

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46:47

Iceni RFC: Boudica's Balls

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2024/06/04

This week we are joined by Phil, Tim and Chelsea from the Iceni RFC, the podcast's first touch rugby team. Based out of Wymondham they are a fully inclusive team that has grown from 8 players in 2022 to over 50 regularly training and playing members today. We talk about the Iceni, the importance of touch rugby and see if we can answer why the IGR teams seem to have such incredible names.Iceni RFCInstagram - @Iceni_RFCBoudica's Cup - @boudicacup Facebook - Iceni RFCRoots Ruck RiotInstagram -

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47:24

Farnham Falcons: The Why Of The Falcon

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2024/05/28

This week we are joined by Nat Crew and Amy Smyth (an OG Falcon) from the Farnham Falcons. The Falcons are the Women's contingent of Farnham RUFC and field two teams and hopefully are on their way to a 3rd. Founded in 2019 they have gone from strength to strength. We talk about their incredible growth, both as players and as a team, bleak away team dressing rooms and what the future holds.Farnham FalconsInstagram - @Farnham_Falcons_RUFCTikTok - @FarnhamFalconsRoots Ruck RiotInstagram -

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39:21

Northampton Heathens: A Century Of Not Being Saints

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2024/05/21

This week we are joined by Rachel Greenfield, Luke Passmore and Jimmy Applegate from the Northampton Heathens. Playing out of the East Midlands Merit League the Heathens were founded in 1921 but can trace themselves back as far as 1903. We talk through how they got their name, what being a Heathen means and how they managed to bounce back from barely being able to field a scrum.Northampton HeathensInstagram - @northampton_heathens_rfcFacebook - Northampton Heathens RFCWebsite -

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41:34

Newcastle Ravens: Hadrian's Wall to the Tyne

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2024/05/14

This week we are joined by Jordan Blackwood and Shaun Gowens from the Newcastle Ravens. The Ravens were founded in 2006 and are members of the International Gay Rugby Association, our first of Season 2, the club is an inclusive place for everybody to play the sport we all love and is the biggest LQBT+ team in North East England that plays Union and Touch and the first to have a ladies team. We talk through all things Ravens, recent tournaments and where the team goes from here.Newcastle

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30:44

Sandbach RUFC: Bach For Life

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2024/05/07

This week we are joined by Andy Bird from Sandbach RUFC. Sandbach were originally founded as Old Sandbachians RUFC in 1936 after the Sandbach School for Boys. Since then they've gone from strength to strength and have seen some incredible rugby players come through the team. We talk through their history, what is in store for the club in the future and why it will always be Bach for Life.Sandbach RUFCInstagram - @sandbachrufcFacebook - Sandbach RUFCWebsite - www.sandbachrufc.co.ukRoots Ruck

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32:49

The Nags Charity Barbarians: Power Of The Nags

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2024/04/30

This week we are joined by Ed Birch from The Nags Charity Barbarians. I am fairly sure they are the sole rugby club to be founded while a group of men pulled a canal boat the length of a marathon, I haven't researched that but I think it's a safe bet. The Nags are a fantastic team who play rugby and undertake various challenges to raise money for Cancer Research UK. This year they are heading to Tewkesbury Rugby Club for a weekend of rugby on the 10th and 11th of May, we would strongly recommend

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35:41

Wheatsheaf Cabin Crew RFC: The Rugby Leg & The Social...

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2024/04/23

This week we are joined by Lewis Simmons, Scott Bleakley and Simon Gollop from Wheatsheaf Cabin Crew. The Cabin Crew are based out of Salisbury near the dizzying heights of the 123m cathedral spire. We talk through their incredible origin story and what brought them together as a club. There's no club quite like the Cabin Crew.Wheatsheaf Cabin Crew RFCInstagram - @wheatsheafcabincrewrfcFacebook - Wheatsheaf Cabin Crew RFCThe Cabin Crew are sponsored by - @chapplescaffoldingltd, @badgeradtreks, Soper

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39:09

Llanelli Wanderers: Cyfeillach Trwy Grwydro

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2024/04/16

This week we are joined by Kyle Richards and Nick Gale from the Llanelli Wanderers, our first and long overdue Welsh team. Plying their trade a stones throw away from where Stradey Park once stood, we caught up with the Wanderers on their cup campaign trail when they were a win away from a Final at the Principality Stadium. Llanelli was where I fell in love with rugby and I'm really glad the guys could join me.Llanelli WanderersInstagram - @llanelliwanderersrfcFacebook - Llanelli Wanderers RFCRoots

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30:24

Hillfoots Vixens: A League Of Their Own

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2024/04/09

Welcome back for Season 2! To start things off strong we are joined by Christina Swinton from the Hillfoots Vixens. Based out of Tillicoultry in Clackmannanshire the Vixens are our first Scottish team, and we couldn't have picked a better one. They are also the youngest team we have had on the pod having started officially last September. We talk how they have already grown the team from 6 players to 30 and what the future holds for the team.Rugby ClubInstagram - @hillfootsvixensFacebook -

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01:21

Welcome Back to Roots Ruck Riot

Roots Ruck Riot ·

2024/03/25

Welcome to "Roots Ruck Riot," the podcast that dives deep into the world of grassroots rugby. In each episode, we uncover the untold stories, passions, and dedication that make grassroots rugby an essential part of communities worldwide. If you're a rugby enthusiast, player, or simply curious about the grassroots rugby scene, join us for Season 2 which will be coming your way from April 9th. Roots Ruck RiotInstagram - @rootsruckriotWebsite and other links - https://linktr.ee/rootsruckriotIf you

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35:15

Ruislip RFC Women: 13 Players And A Tennis Ball To...

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2024/01/30

For our finally episode of Season 1 we are joined by Hollie and Rachel from the Ruislip Women's Rugby Team. Founded in 2019 they have survived a pandemic before their first season and are now taking the leagues by storm. We talk through how they stuck together as a team, going from 13 players to discussions of a 2nd team and their lofty aspirations for the future of the club.Ruislip RFC WomenInstagram - @ruisliprfcwomenFacebook - Ruislip RFC WomenRoots Ruck RiotInstagram - @rootsruckriotWebsite and

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45:50

East London Vixens: Inclusivity, Confidence and Lots...

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2024/01/23

This week we are joined by Lyssa and Kat from the East London Vixens. Currently playing in the NC1 Division with a brilliantly diverse squad of players, they are the women's team for East London RFC and are the sister club of former guests of the podcast the Kings Cross Steelers. We talk through the pathways into women's rugby, the RFU transgender policy and its impact on players and all the benefits playing rugby can bring women everywhere.You can find a list of resources and organsations that aim

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41:10

Old Priorians RFC: Reformations and 9 Man...

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2024/01/16

This week we are joined by James from Old Priorians RFC. Based out of Perivale and formed by St Benedict's School alumni we talk through their reformation, post-lockdown rugby and former Wasps and England scrum half Joe Simpson.Old Priorians RFCInstagram - @oldprorianrugbyfootballWebsite - www.oldpriorians.comRoots Ruck RiotInstagram - @rootsruckriotWebsite and other links - https://linktr.ee/rootsruckriotIf you would like your club featured please email us at rootsruckriotpodcast@gmail.comRoots

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27:04

Portsmouth Valkyries: Unleashing Your Inner Valkyrie

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2024/01/10

This week we are joined by Keeta, Tristan and eventually Tash from the incredibly named Portsmouth Valkyries. The Valkyries, aside from being Nordic warriors who bear souls to Valhalla, are the women's team of Portsmouth RFC and the first women's team (of many) we have spoken to for the podcast. We talk about the rise of women's rugby as well as the rise and success of the Valkyries.Portsmouth ValkyriesInstagram - portsmouth_valkyriesTikTok - @valksrugbyRugby Against Cancer -

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32:47

Kelvedon & Feering RUFC: How To Start A Rugby Club

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2024/01/02

This week we are joined by Steve Clements and Dave Briggs from Kelvedon & Feering Rugby Club, a brand new rugby club from Essex that was founded in 2020. We talk about how the club got started, their "for the players by the players" ethos and, most importantly, National Joe Marler Day.Kelvedon & Feering RUFCInstagram - @kelvedonandfeeringrugbyclubYoutube- @kelvedonandfeeringRUFCHeads2Minds - www.heads2minds.co.ukRoots Ruck RiotInstagram - @rootsruckriotWebsite and other links -

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37:14

Fergus Highland Rugby: A Very Scottish Canada

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2023/12/26

This Christmas we are joined by Alun Wallace, Nick Teri and Tyler Nichol of Fergus Highland Rugby. Though it may be one of the most Scottish sounding rugby clubs around, Fergus are based out of Ontario, Canada about 100km west of Toronto. Rugby ClubInstagram - highland_rugbyWebsite - www.highlandrugby.comRoots Ruck RiotInstagram - rootsruckriotWebsite and other links - https://linktr.ee/rootsruckriotIf you would like your club featured please email us at rootsruckriotpodcast@gmail.comRoots Ruck Riot

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28:32

Old Wimbledonians RFC: 500 Warriors and An Army of...

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2023/12/19

This week we are joined by Richard Travers and Matthew Marrs from Old Wimbledonians RFC. Home to a colossal junior and mini sections and now proud home of a 2nd XV for the first time in a decade, we talk what it takes to grow a rugby club and why they have some of the best post-match food on the rugby circuit.Old Wimbledonians RFCInstagram - @oldwimrfcTwitter/X - @oldwimrfcTikTok - @oldwimrfcRoots Ruck RiotInstagram - @rootsruckriotWebsite and other links - https://linktr.ee/rootsruckriotIf you

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