Champagne Rugby Hamish Kenny

In this weeks episode we are joined by Scottish and British & Irish Lions legend Chris Harris.



We discuss the upcoming European Challenge Cup final between Gloucester and Sharks rugby, the departure of Louis Rees Zammit to NFL as well as the infamous British and Irish Lions Tour against South Africa.

In this weeks episode of the Champagne Rugby podcast we discuss the current situation of rugby 7s in the UK with Ellaine Gelman.



Ellaine is the founder of Find Rugby Now, a website focussed on building local rugby communities by bringing together amateur rugby clubs, players, coaches, referees and fans.



We also talk about the upcoming LIT 7s London 7s event and some of the challenges of organising an international rugby tournament.



London 7s is set to take place on Saturday 25 May and is set to be cracking family day out of rugby followed by an insane after party with James Haskell as the DJ!



If you're a rugby fan in the London area, you do not want to miss out.

In today's episode, we have the honor of speaking with Major Jim Joseph, a US Marine stationed in Okinawa who plays a pivotal role in organizing military rugby in the region.



Join us as we dive into Jim's fascinating journey, from his military service to his passion for rugby and community building. Discover how Jim's leadership and dedication have shaped the rugby landscape in Okinawa, bringing together service members from diverse backgrounds to bond over the sport they love.



Get ready for an inspiring conversation filled with tales of teamwork, resilience, and the transformative power of rugby in the military community.

In this special episode of the Champagne Rugby podcast, we have the privilege of sitting down with sevens rugby icon Lote Raikabula to uncover the extraordinary journey of his career.

From his early days on the field to his illustrious tenure with the All Blacks 7s, Lote shares captivating insights, anecdotes, and reflections on the highs and lows of his time in the game.

With over 60 tournaments and an impressive 20 victories, Lote's track record speaks volumes about his prowess and dedication to the sport.

But the conversation doesn't stop there; we also delve into Lote's transition to coaching, where he's made an indelible mark in Sri Lanka, Thailand, and now Japan. Through his experiences, challenges, and triumphs, we gain a deeper understanding of his impact on shaping the future of rugby talent across Asia. Moreover, Lote offers valuable insights into the trajectory of Asia Rugby and his aspirations for the region's growth and development.

As we look ahead to the upcoming Olympics in Paris, we explore Lote's perspectives on the Rugby 7s event and its significance on the global stage.

Join us for an engaging and enlightening discussion filled with passion, dedication, and a profound love for the game of rugby.

In this week's episode we are joined by American entrepreneur Steve Mommaerts aka Momo, who has over a decades experience playing rugby in South East Asia and now sits on the board of the Philippines Rugby Union. In this episode we dive into Steve's experience in both Thailand and the Philippines as well how he thinks rugby in Asia will develop over the next 5 years. Sit back, relax and enjoy this thrilling conversation about rugby.

This weeks episode of the Champagne Rugby podcast we talk with Hong Kong Rugby CEO Robbie McRobbie. This is Robbie's last year as CEO of Hong Kong Rugby Union and also the final year at the famous Hong Kong Football Stadium for the formidable and world famous Hong Kong 7s.

In this interview, Robbie reveals some of his craziest stories from the last 30 years of Hong Kong 7s madness and what we have in store for this year.

You DO NOT want to miss out.



Buy your tickets for Hong Kong 7s here: https://hksevens.com/