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Le Rouge Rugby Podcast

Le Rouge Rugby
Rugby Canada
Canada
Women's Rugby World Cup
Major League Rugby
Pacific Nations Cup
Canadian Rugby
Pacific Four Series
Rugby
Canada Rugby
New Zealand
Canada Women's Rugby Team
Romania
England Women's Rugby Team
Ireland
World Rugby
WXV Tournament
2023 Rugby World Cup
Japan
Australia
Rugby World Cup

Welcome to Le Rouge Rugby Podcast, where we study all things Rugby Canada and beyond!

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Latest Episodes

With the inaugural Nations Cup in under 2 weeks time, Canada finally announce their squad for the home games they'll have in Edmonton and Winnipeg, as Stu, Jeff, and Ed give their choices for the starting XV.

And MLR 2026 concludes at SeatGeek Stadi... more

The 2026 SVNS World Championsip concludes in Bordeaux, and with Canada's women already confirmed for SVNS 1 next season, can they set out to get a medal in thsi tournament, and end the year on a high note?

Elsewhere, the Canada Men's team have their... more

After a month's wait, we had the second round of the 2026 SVNS World Championship, with Canada's incredible form continuing in Valladolid, Spain. Would Canada be able to secure a medal, and confirm their place in SVNS 1 for next season?

Back home, s... more

We sit down with 2014 Women's World Cup finalist, and key member of Rugby Canada and Rugby Alberta, Maria Samson, to discuss her rugby journey so far.

Maria divulges playing rugby for the McGill Marlets, relocating to Alberta, getting her first cap ... more

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Recent Guests

Maria Samson
Former Canadian national team player, Rugby Canada administrator
Rugby Canada, Alberta Rugby
Episode: Episode 268: Falling in Love, Over and Over Again feat. Maria Samson
Sophie de Goede
Canadian rugby player and captain of the national team
Canada National Women's Rugby Team
Episode: Episode 267: Following Footsteps, Blazing Trails, feat. Sophie de Goede
Christine Peltier
Captain mentioned as guest on the show
Canada Women's Rugby
Episode: Episode 264: Brace for the Storm
Justine Pelletier
Stalwart of the Canadian team, two Women's Rugby World Cups participant, 2025 Squidge Rugby Scrum Half of the Year
Canada National Team, Stade Bourdelais (France)
Episode: Episode 259: A Fresh Breath, feat. Justine Pelletier
Andrew Quattrin
Canadian rugby union player; front row specialist
Canada national rugby team, clubs including Toronto Arrows and New England Free Jacks
Episode: Episode 256: Front of the Q, feat. Andrew Quattrin
Kevin Rouet
Head coach of Canada Women's XVs
Canadian Rugby Federation / Rugby Canada
Episode: Episode 254: We are Water, feat. Kevin Rouet
Charlie Feht
Rugby player and promoter of Yukon Rugby
Episode: Episode 227: Gold in the Yukon, feat. Charlie Feht & Eric Feteke
Eric Fekete
Rugby player and coach in Yukon Rugby
Episode: Episode 227: Gold in the Yukon, feat. Charlie Feht & Eric Feteke
Edward Pye
Former rugby player and coach, originally from New Zealand, currently involved in Canadian rugby
Episode: Episode 225: Drop the Gloves, feat. Edward Pye

Hosts

Shoo Hardy
Host of Le Rouge Rugby Podcast; part of a rotating trio discussing Canadian rugby development and global rugby context.
Geoff Robinson
Co-host focusing on tactical analysis and program updates within Canadian rugby.
Jeff Robinson
Co-host providing analysis and questions; contributes guest-sourced insights on matches and events.
Hugh Hardy
Long-time host providing organizational memory and industry-wide perspective on rugby growth.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#164
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#37
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#248
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#124
France/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#130
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#91
South Africa/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 258: Enter the Dragons
Q: What did you make of the weekend, Jeff?
Jeff framed the weekend as mixed but respectable, noting Canada's fifth place amid tough pools and the importance of capitalizing on home-field events like Vancouver Sevens to improve the standings and visibility for Canadian rugby.
Episode 259: A Fresh Breath, feat. Justine Pelletier
Q: What stood out about the World Cup semi-final performance against New Zealand?
The flow state, fast rhythm, and collective execution stood out; the team believed they deserved the win and the performance elevated Canada onto the world stage.
Episode 259: A Fresh Breath, feat. Justine Pelletier
Q: How did the pandemic and travel constraints affect preparation for the World Cup and opportunities to play?
The extra year allowed for more preparation for some; others faced tougher retirement decisions. Connectivity and ongoing skills development were maintained through unconventional training and fundraising.
Episode 259: A Fresh Breath, feat. Justine Pelletier
Q: What was it like to debut internationally and to face England early in your career?
It was intimidating and intense, with many new caps on the tour; the team faced hard competition, but it helped build resilience and a clear sense of the path forward.
Episode 256: Front of the Q, feat. Andrew Quattrin
Q: What was Andrew Quattrin's experience transitioning from university rugby to pro rugby in Canada and abroad?
He describes the transition as relatively smooth thanks to existing connections in the Ontario Blues pathway and nearby clubs, but emphasizes the increased physicality and the need to juggle schooling with professional commitments, along with adapting to different team cultures across leagues.

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What is Le Rouge Rugby Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Rugby Canada and the broader North American rugby ecosystem, with frequent analyses of Canadian sevens and fifteens programs, governance, funding, and development pathways. Episodes typically feature in-depth discussion of national team performance, player development, league moves across MLR and SVNS, broadcasting and fan engagement, and the economics of growing rugby in Canada. A standout pattern is how guests and hosts connect on coaching insights, grassroots-to-professional transitions, and the pull between sport growth and financial sustainability, often tying results and fixtures to long-term strategic goals like World Cup qualification and Paris 2024/2028 outcomes. The format blends tactical rugby analysis with g... more

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Recent guests on Le Rouge Rugby Podcast include:

1. Maria Samson
2. Sophie de Goede
3. Christine Peltier
4. Justine Pelletier
5. Andrew Quattrin
6. Kevin Rouet
7. Charlie Feht
8. Eric Fekete

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