Former NRL and Super League star Phil Bailey joins the Rugby League Rat Pack for an incredible conversation about his rugby league journey from the Cronulla Sharks to the Wigan Warriors, representing New South Wales in State of Origin, and helping grow USA Rugby League.

Phil shares unforgettable stories from his playing career, coaching in America, and life after professional rugby league.

Then Niuy, Bobo, Vassy, Duck Arse & Captain America dive into another big week across the NRL, Super League and the local game. Plus, the story of the historic 1953 USARL tour in Australia!

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In This Episode:

Phil Bailey's rugby league journey

Growing up and getting recruited in Australia

Life with the Cronulla Sharks

Playing in State of Origin

Joining Wigan and adapting to the Super League

The biggest differences between the NRL and Super League

Coaching rugby league in the United States

Incredible stories from Phil's career, including meeting Jon Bon Jovi

Super League Round Up NRL Recap

Most Valuable Preston Award (MVP): Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad

Women's State of Origin

Match of the Week

Local Rugby League Spotlight

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