Professional Rugby: New England Free Jacks • Alexander Magleby
Tribal Leadership: How Culture Creates Champions
What does it take to build a winning team—and a lasting community—around a sport still growing its roots in the U.S.? In this episode, Alex Magleby, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of the New England Free Jacks, shares insights that go far beyond the field.
Alex walks us through Rugby’s rich history, from its earliest origins to its ongoing evolution, and reveals how the Free Jacks are redefining what it means to compete. Their philosophy begins with Rugby itself, then culture, and only then the mechanics of skills and strategy—an approach more like building a special forces unit than a traditional sports team.
This is a conversation about leadership, culture, and innovation—less a sports analysis and more a masterclass in how to forge resilience, belonging, and excellence in any competitive environment.
