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Play On : the rugby referee podcast

Candace Barritt
Rugby
Super Rugby
Refereeing
Women's Rugby
Rugby Refereeing
World Rugby
Six Nations
Women's Rugby World Cup
Australia
Rugby Union
Rugby World Cup
Wallabies
South Africa
Rugby Australia
World Cup
Women In Sports
Rugby Laws
Wallaroos
New Zealand
Women's Six Nations

This podcast will cover women's and men’s rugby matches from a referee perspective. To show an insight for people of the complexities of the game but also the fun and interesting side of the sport we all love!

How to find us and get in touch:

#PlayOnPod

@play_on_pod

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Latest Episodes

Mudgee 7s leg fatigue, Navosa 7s, lineout chaos and the dark arts of escorting- it’s all on this week’s Play On Pod!

They review NZ v AUS, unpack the developing Hip Drop ID framework, crunch the numbers in Stat Central, and look ahead to WXV and the... more

Candace and Rob are back with another big week in rugby and match official news!

Candace is heading to Mudgee for the Junior 7s Champs, plus check in with Rob on Fiji 7s and Navosa 7s.

This week they dive into the Wallabies vs Springboks TMO tech i... more

Candace and Rob are focusing on all things WXV! 🏉

They run through some regular general rugby news with a final reminder to get those RWC 2027 volunteer applications in before the window closes.

Then it’s all things WXV, with plenty for the match-... more

Crazy weekend in Oz! 🇦🇺🏉

The Wallabies take on South Africa in a wild Nelson Mandela Plate clash packed with TMO drama, yellow cards, replacement confusion, captain chats and a second half that seemed to last forever!

Candace, Rob and Pearcey br... more

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Recent Guests

Maggie Cogger-Ohr
Referee
Wallaroos/Wallaroos referee panel
Episode: Cards, Scrums & Controversial Calls
Dr. Brett Robinson
Chair of World Rugby's executive board and council
World Rugby
Episode: Guest Pod: Chair of World Rugby - Dr. Brett Robinson
Hannah Everitt
Deputy President of the London Society of Referees and a pioneering female referee in rugby.
London Society of Referees
Episode: Guest Pod- Part 1: Hannah Everitt- Deputy President and refereeing in London
Ella Goldsmith
Rugby referee preparing for the Women's Rugby World Cup
Rugby Australia
Episode: Guest Pod: Ella Goldsmith- Rugby World Cup prep & Rapid Fire Questions
Maggie Cogger-Orr
New Zealand Rugby's Women's Referee Development Manager and former rugby player
New Zealand Rugby
Episode: Guest Pod: Maggie Cogger-Orr : Women’s Rugby World Cup & Game Prep From 7s To 15s Rugby
Chris Pollock
High Performance Referee Manager at New Zealand Rugby
New Zealand Rugby
Episode: Guest Pod: Chris Pollock : Refereeing A British & Irish Lions Test
Tyler Miller
Olympic referee with a background as a police officer and psychology student.
Rugby Australia
Episode: Guest Pod: Tyler Miller- Paris Olympics/ Injury Recovery/ Fitness/ Rapid Fire Questions
Graham Cooper
Super Rugby referee and head of community match officials in Australia
Rugby Australia
Episode: Guest Pod: Graham Cooper - all things Game Management Guidelines and Perth 7s
Rachel Horton
Rugby TMO and experienced referee
Episode: Guest: Rachel Horton chats about being a Rugby TMO

Hosts

Candace Barrett
Host of Play On; prominent rugby referee podcast host with multiple appearances and guidance roles across episodes.
Rob McKay
Co-host on rugby referee discussions and frequent contributor with extensive episode participation.
Pearcey
Co-host and commentator on rugby officiating discussions; appears across multiple episodes.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#58
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#39
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#120
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#63
Australia/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#18
Poland/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#21
Denmark/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#25
Austria/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#64
Japan/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#65
New Zealand/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#74
United Arab Emirates/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#149
Ireland/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Guest Pod: Chair of World Rugby - Dr. Brett Robinson
Q: What are your thoughts on centralizing technology and a standardized TMO system across competitions?
A centralized, standard approach is desirable to ensure consistency, improve accuracy, and deliver a seamless experience for fans, while accommodating local broadcast realities.
Guest Pod: Chair of World Rugby - Dr. Brett Robinson
Q: How is World Rugby investing in referees and officiating to sustain growth?
Significant funding is dedicated to coaching, technology, and development camps for referees, recognizing that strong officiating is foundational to high-quality, safe games.
Guest Pod: Chair of World Rugby - Dr. Brett Robinson
Q: What is the overarching strategic focus for World Rugby under your leadership?
Robust culture, collaboration, and a contemporary, commercial approach aimed at unifying the game while accelerating growth, especially for the women's game and major global events.
6 Nations & Hollie Davidson
Q: How did the teams perform in recent matches?
Scotland showed strength against England, while Wales struggled against France, leading to varied predictions for upcoming games.
6 Nations & Hollie Davidson
Q: What did you think of Hollie Davidson's refereeing during the Six Nations?
Hollie exemplified excellent control and received praise from both coaches and players, showcasing her strong performance.

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This show centers on rugby officiating from the perspective of referees and match officials, covering the practicalities, governance, and interpretation of laws that shape both men's and women's rugby. Episodes frequently tackle rule changes, TMO and communication challenges, match management, and the behind-the-scenes logistics of major fixtures, tours, and development programs. The tone blends technical briefings with anecdotes, listener questions, and professional insights, making it valuable for referees, coaches, players, and rugby fans who want a deeper understanding of how officiating influences game flow and outcomes. A notable strength is its practitioner focus, consistently tying on-field decisions to broader governance, education... more

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3. Hannah Everitt
4. Ella Goldsmith
5. Maggie Cogger-Orr
6. Chris Pollock
7. Tyler Miller
8. Graham Cooper

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