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The Rugby NorCal Podcast

Nathan Dalena

Booking Overview

This is a niche sports interview show focused on youth, high school, college, and professional rugby in Northern California, featuring rugby executives, coaches, journalists, and youth-sports specialists. Credible pitches include rugby administrators, college and professional coaches, player-development experts, and specialists in healthy youth-sports environments; booking difficulty is medium because the show is regionally focused but has attracted senior industry guests.

Metrics

Episodes: 40

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

staff@rugbynorcal.org

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Host

Nathan Dalena - Rugby NorCal Executive Director focused on developing youth and high school rugby in Northern California.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Rugby governing-body executives, professional or college coaches, youth and high school rugby leaders, rugby journalists, and established specialists in athlete development or youth-sports environments.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership of rugby governing bodies or regional organizations, Professional, collegiate, or national-pathway coaching experience, Established rugby journalism or industry coverage, Expertise in youth athlete development and sports-parent dynamics

Recent Guest Discussions

Bill Goren - USA Rugby Governance, Player Safety, Community Rugby, College Rugby, Youth And High School Development, Coaching And Referee Pathways, Marketing, And Preparation For Major International Rugby Events In The United States.

Jonathan Carone - Parental Pressure, Athlete Development, The 24-hour Rule, Youth-sports Retention, Development-focused Environments, And Healthier Relationships Between Parents, Coaches, And Athletes.

Brendan O'Meara - Player Development, Coaching Careers, Professional Training Systems, Core Rugby Skills, The Growth Of Professional Rugby In The United States, And Opportunities For American Players.

Alex Goff - High School And College Rugby In Northern California, Competitive Parity, National Championship Preparation, College-program Growth, Scheduling, And Cross-regional Competition.

Recent Topics

Sports, Rugby, Youth Sports, College Rugby, Athlete Development

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Bill Goren - CEO Of USA Rugby

October 01, 2026

USA Rugby CEO Bill Goren joins Rugby NorCal Executive Director Nathan Dalena for a conversation about where American rugby is headed and what needs to happen now to build sustainable growth.Bill outlines USA Rugby’s core responsibilities, from governance and player safety to supporting the community game and developing coaches and referees. He also discusses the importance of creating a rugby ecosystem that keeps people involved in the sport beyond their playing careers.A major focus of the c...

Healthy Sports Parents

May 01, 2026

https://healthysportsparents.com/ https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparents/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-carone-52145778/ What we cover: Where parental pressure really comes from How identity and ego show up in youth sports Why kids value development over winning The “24-hour rule” and why it matters What kids actually want out of sports The current youth sports landscape and where it is heading How organizations can create better environments for athletes Key Takeaways...

Boise State

April 24, 2026

Key Topics NorCal Pipeline ~80% of the roster comes from California Strong ties to Jesuit, Danville, SFGG, Marin, and more Kyle’s background as a Granite Bay national champion Program Identity Blue-collar mentality Physical, high-effort rugby Culture built on camaraderie and accountability Player Development Recruiting “rugby players,” not positions Position changes to get the best 15 on the field Young roster with long-term upside Training Environment Year-round indoor train...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with The Rugby NorCal Podcast?

The Rugby NorCal Podcast is hosted by Nathan Dalena. Its publicly listed email is staff@rugbynorcal.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Rugby NorCal Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The Rugby NorCal Podcast: staff@rugbynorcal.org.

How many listeners does The Rugby NorCal Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The Rugby NorCal Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Rugby NorCal Podcast?

The Rugby NorCal Podcast typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Rugby governing-body executives, professional or college coaches, youth and high school rugby leaders, rugby journalists, and established specialists in athlete development or youth-sports environments. Common among recent guests: Leadership of rugby governing bodies or regional organizations; Professional, collegiate, or national-pathway coaching experience; Established rugby journalism or industry coverage. Recent guests include Bill Goren, Jonathan Carone, and Brendan O'Meara.

How hard is it to get booked on The Rugby NorCal Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Rugby NorCal Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, Rugby, Youth Sports, College Rugby, and Athlete Development. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

staff@rugbynorcal.org

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