# NRG Episode #7: Tom Hooper

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Podcast: [No Rucks Given](https://stenobird.com/podcast/no-rucks-given-7648277)
Published: 2026-05-01T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/paul-brown-bampoe4/episodes/NRG-Episode-7-Tom-Hooper-e3inlq3
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Duration seconds: 4321

## Resource

In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Tom Hooper to unpack his rugby journey. From under-9’s flyhalf to destructive Wallaby forward, he’s carried his enthusiasm and passion for the game across the pond to Exeter where he is making some serious waves. Tom “Hoops” Hooper approaches everyday with an attitude of getting better. That relentless energy and desire dictates his style of play.👍 Like & subscribe for fortnightly rugby podcasts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow us on Instagram: @NoRucksGivenPodcast TikTok: @nrg.podcast#RugbyPodcast #EnglandRugby #ProfessionalRugby

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