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Bruce McLane
USA Rugby
Rugby
Lineout Lab (peter O'donnell)
Rugby Norcal
NCR
Division 2 Rugby
Military Rugby
Veteran Transition
Crusaders Global Academy
Seven-Man Lineouts
Rugby Union (sport)
Stanford University
High School Rugby
CRAA
D1A
Leadership In Rugby
Camaraderie
Jerseys With Fallen Comrades
Mother Nature Of War Trauma
Rugby Coaching

A podcast featuring Bruce McLane and Alex Goff about American rugby, its issues, its problems, its successes, and why Bruce (especially) and sometimes Alex have the solutions.

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Latest Episodes

Alex Goff looks at the contenders, the question-marks, and up-and-comers in men's D2 College Rugby for the fall of 2026.

Follow all the coverage at goffrugbyreport.com

Bruce McLane sits down with Keir Wenham-Flatt of LearntoTackle.com. They tackle the tackle height talk, what to do when the ballcarrier doesn't go down immediately, and more.

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Alex Goff looks at the D1-level college conferences and sees who plays where, and when, and what has changed.

What we do find out is that the main split among these teams is geographical more than anything else.

Alex Goff goes to Stanford University for the Rugby NorCal Finals and talks to the organization's Executive Director Nate Dalena.

They talk about the event, the growth of teams in the region, and what his vision is for the future.

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Recent Guests

Keir Wenham-Flatt
Coach with Learn to Tackle expertise in grappling-inspired tackling techniques
Learn to Tackle / learntotackle.com
Episode: Coach Talk: The Tackle and the Grapple
Nathan Dalena
Running Rugby NorCal, featured guest discussing NorCal championships and development
Rugby NorCal
Episode: Rugby NorCal Keeps Building
Peter O'Donnell
Lineout expert, founder of The Lineout Lab
The Lineout Lab
Episode: Coach Talk: The Lineout Lab
Jason Townes
Veteran rugby player, military career participant
US military rugby team
Episode: Always Travel With Your Boots
Cliff Davidson
Veteran rugby player, military career participant
US military rugby team
Episode: Always Travel With Your Boots
Grant Keenan
From Crusaders Global Academy
Crusaders Global Academy
Episode: Crusaders Go Global
Murph McCarthy
Head coach, US Naval Academy Women's Team
US Naval Academy
Episode: Crusaders Go Global
Bill Goren
CEO of USA Rugby
USA Rugby
Episode: Why USA Rugby Increased Dues

Hosts

Bruce McLane
Host of RuggaMatrix America; co-host with Alex Goff; long-running rugby analyst and host.
Alex Goff
Co-host and rugby analyst; host of RuggaMatrix America; frequent rugby broadcaster and analyst.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • Great Content but….

    It’s painful to listen to Bruce McLane, he can’t get out of his own way. In his interview with Dave Hodges, he spoke for nearly two

    minutes expanding on his pointless thought before asking a question. His “bro” attitude is a bit cringe seeing how he is nearly (or is) 56. He has a wealth of knowledge but he loves his own voice. Just get to the point of your question and let the interviewee answer the question…

    Apple Podcasts
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    Just Another Olde Boy
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests are generally strong and well-chosen, bringing tangible expertise.
Sponsorship mentions are helpful for understanding program support.
Listeners appreciate the depth of rugby coaching content and practical insights.
Some listeners feel the host talks too long between questions and dominates each interview.

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#72
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#108
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#57
Sweden/Sports/Rugby

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What is RuggaMatrix America about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rugby-focused show that blends data-driven analysis with practical coaching insights and behind-the-scenes development in American rugby. Episodes cover the shifting landscape of college and club rugby, coaching techniques, lineout design, and the intersection of rugby with military and international programs. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on growth through sponsorships, governance discussions, and cross-program collaboration, plus occasional deep dives into safety, technique, and program-building. The hosts bring a pragmatic, development-oriented perspective, often spotlighting real-world implications for coaches, administrators, and players looking to advance the sport in the U.S., with sponsor mentions and field-tested coaching... more

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Recent guests on RuggaMatrix America include:

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2. Nathan Dalena
3. Peter O'Donnell
4. Jason Townes
5. Cliff Davidson
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8. Bill Goren

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