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Building the Future: Jack Hanratty on the Eagles' Evolution and the Pacific Four Series
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- US Rugby Happy Hour
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- Apr 23, 2026
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- 2590
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Summary
In this episode, Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick sit down once again with USA Women’s Head Coach Jack Hanratty to recap a whirlwind opening to the Pacific Four Series. The episode kicks off with a custom blues-themed introduction jingle that pays homage to the musical roots of Kansas City and Chicago, setting a soulful tone for a deep dive into the state of American rugby. Hanratty shares his "front row seat" perspective on the recent matches against the Black Ferns and Australia, highlighting the emotional journey of handing out six debut caps in one of the most challenging environments in the world. Listeners will get an inside look at the emerging stars of the program, including 19-year-old Bella Vogel and sevens-crossover Hann Humphreys, as Coach Hanratty explains his "Yes, and..." philosophy for building a resilient team culture. From managing the nerves of international match days to the importance of finding joy through "Family Feud" and barbecue during a long tour, this interview explores what it takes to drive excellence in high-performance sport. It is a must-listen for fans wanting to understand how the Eagles are solving "American problems" on the road to the World Cup. —————————————— Connect with US Rugby Happy Hour: Twitter: https://x.com/AmerRugbyRising Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanrugbyrising/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRugbyRising/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@americanrugbyrising Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@americanrugbyrising BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/americanrugbyrisin.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3OjEHf8 🎧 Listen to this and previous episodes of US Rugby Happy Hour on Youtube and your favorite podcast player today! iHeart: bit.ly/3A43Tff Apple: bit.ly/3Uuj9u7 Spotify: bit.ly/3ZxjAa0 Youtube: h…