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In this episode of US Rugby Happy Hour , hosts Bill Baker and John Fitzpatrick sit down with USA Eagle and Nevers ProD2 standout Perry Mayo. Fresh off a hard-fought match against Hong Kong and gearing up for a crucial Nations Cup clash against Romania, Mayo shares his journey from the French rugby academy system to earning his cap for the United States, thanks to his American roots.
Tune in as Mayo discusses the physical demands of playing in France's competitive Pro D2, transitioning to international test rugby, and how head coach Scott Lawrence's squad is building momentum toward the Rugby World Cup. The guys also break down the newly announced U.S.-Canada high-performance pathway agreement and what it means for the future of North American rugby. Don't miss this insider perspective on the state of the Eagles!
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John Fitzpatrick is the brain behind Rugby Morning, serving rugby news everyday via email newsletters to rugby fans around the world.
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"USA Eagle Perry Mayo on Pro D2, French Rugby & Facing Romania" is an episode of US Rugby Happy Hour. Runtime 20 min. Published November 12, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.