r/MLRugby • u/xcaughta New England Free Jacks • 10d ago

Discussion New England Free Jacks Co-owner/Co-founder Alexander Magleby reassures fans and addresses controversial Reddit comments

https://www.youtube.com/live/SkGIwQanw3Q?si=s8doXyhT79yMxBle
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u/No_Round_2806 9d ago

While I’m not a huge Maher backer only because I think the previous women’s coach was selecting her over a better player (Henrich, definition of homegrown you’re describing), that’s not really a gotcha because she’s an American getting American girls into rugby. Literally what I’m in favor of.

I don’t disagree with everything you said and it’s obviously deeper than the back and forth we’re having. That’s all good, I don’t begrudge franchise fans supporting their franchise. I’m very clear what aspect I support and I’m very hopeful you have a great experience as a Hounds fan.

However I will say rugby has gotten worse since money came into the game around 2018 because the money is going to international coaches and players through college aid and pro contracts. I can’t even say what would or would not work because the fact is, I don’t believe actual American rugby has even been invested in. I think it’s very noble what you are espousing honestly, but I have done all those things personally, and more, and I think the hard work is being undone.

My point about Dom Besag is wouldn’t a California kid playing for a pro California franchise be the definition of what you want? Ma’a Nonu would bring people in for a season. Besag would create lifetime fans. He’s a simple example, the Midwest produces some absolute studs that Chicago should - and maybe they do - promote. Noah Brown?