Episode Notes

This week go behind the scenes with strength & condition coach Mat Skyner and performance analyst Nick Purvis and discover some of the hidden work the players are putting in behind the scenes. We also chat a bit about the USA's excellent win over Tonga and the shape of the MLR schedule for the upcoming season.

About the hosts

John Fitzpatrick

• Runs the Rugby Morning newsletter


• Hosts MLR Coffee Break on MLR Weekly (Rugby Wrap Up)


• Hosts USA Rugby Happy Hour on Twitter Spaces


• Twitter: @rugbymorning

Alistair Kirsch-Poole

• Writer/editor for Glorious Rugby


• Runs Tackle the Numbers


• Twitter: @AlistairKP