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🎙️ Episode 5 - Representative Rugby Pathways In Episode 5 of Behind the Jersey, we sit down with Nathan Davis, President of Northern Suburbs Junior Rugby. Northern Suburbs Junior Rugby is the representative pathway for players from Hunters Hill, Drummoyne, Mosman and North Pirates — providing opportunities for junior players to take their game to the next level. In this episode, we break down what representative rugby is, how the selection process works, and what families can expect when their child enters the pathway from Under 10s onwards. For many parents, the idea of “reps” can feel unknown or even a little intimidating. This conversation is designed to educate, reassure and encourage players to give it a go — regardless of where they are in their rugby journey. Representative rugby is about development, confidence, and creating opportunities for young players to grow within the game. More than just rugby, we are a community. 🤍🖤
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🎙️ Episode 4 - Ben "BG" Gregory OAM In Episode 4 of Behind the Jersey, we chat with one of the most influential figures in junior rugby — Ben Gregory OAM. A Life Member of Hunters Hill Rugby Club, former Juniors President, and now the General Manager of NSW Juniors Rugby, Ben has spent decades shaping the game at grassroots and representative level. His contribution to rugby was recently recognised with an Order of Australia Medal for his service to the sport. In this episode, Ben shares his journey through rugby, the importance of community clubs like Hunters Hill, and why junior rugby continues to play such a vital role in developing players, families and lifelong connections. With the Festival of Footy fast approaching on March 22, we also dive into the significance of the BG Cup, the Skelly Shield, and the 26th year of the Dufficy Cup, a major weekend celebrating junior rugby and the Hillies community. This episode is about legacy, leadership and the people behind the game. More than just rugby, we are a community. 🤍🖤
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🎙️ Episode 3 - The Hillies Mums In Episode 3 of Behind the Jersey, we sit down with two very important people in our Hillies community — Cathy and Vanessa. Because let’s be honest… behind every muddy jersey is a mum. Cathy has watched her son Blake grow through Hunters Hill Rugby Club from minis all the way to Opens. Along the way she has also served on the committee and works behind the scenes as a team manager, helping keep things running every week. Vanessa’s son Will plays in the Under 9s and is already a familiar face around the club — even becoming a Waratahs mascot. Like many Hillies mums, she’s part of the weekend rhythm of rugby life: early mornings, muddy boots, sideline nerves and cheering from the touchline. Together they share what it’s really like being a Hillies rugby mum, the community that forms around junior sport, and why families stay involved year after year. As we lead into International Women’s Day, this episode is dedicated to all the Hillies women who help make this club turn, from mums and volunteers to supporters, coaches and committee members. More than just rugby, we are a community. 🤍🖤
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🎙 Episode 2 - Christian Day Chris needs no introduction. A former professional rugby player for the Northampton Saints in the UK, he later arrived in Australia and played a stint with Randwick. He’s a proud dad of two Hillies boys, a qualified and trained chef (hence the impressive chopping skills 🔪), and someone deeply passionate about the game, a sport he quite literally loses sleep over as he works to lead by example as President of the juniors this year, and continue strengthening junior rugby at our club…and yes, my husband. We talk safety, structure, community and why Hillies has meant so much to our family since 2018. If you are new to rugby, a little hesitant, or you have been with us for years, this series is for you. So grab your popcorn 🍿, sit back, and let’s go. It’s going to be a great season. Welcome back to Behind the Jersey. 🏉 More than just rugby, we are a community. 🤍🖤
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🎙 Episode 1 – Mark "Philpy" Philp In our first episode, we sit down with Mark "Philpy" Philp — Grade 4 coach, highly experienced and a long-standing member of the Hillies community. With years of coaching knowledge and deep involvement in junior rugby, Mark talks openly about player safety, how the modern junior game has evolved, and what parents often misunderstand about rugby today. We discuss the structured pathway, modified laws and the strong focus on development and welfare that underpins our junior program. Episode 1 sets the tone for the series: honest conversations, a bit of banter, and meaningful insight into what makes Hunters Hill Rugby special. More than just rugby, we are a community. 🤍🖤
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