In this bonus episode of Omertà from The Rugby Mafia, we turn our attention to the breeding grounds of rugby’s elite: the schools. Bene Rubato—"stolen goods"—reflects on how top rugby institutions - Prep Schools and Comprehensives 'steal a march' on the rest, shaping futures before a player ever pulls on a pro jersey. From scholarships to scouting, tradition to tactical development - simple hard work, sporting brilliance and academic excellence go hand in hand. That's education's ultimate achievement and something we can all be proud to be part of. In five minutes The Rugby Mafia explore why alma mater matters, how schoolboy rugby fuels the professional game, and passes down the future of Rugby to a new generation.

In this final episode of Omertà, The Rugby Mafia unpack one of rugby’s most debated tactical tools: the kick. From spiral bombs to grubbers, cross-field chips to tactical exits, The Kicking Conundrum explores why teams choose to give up possession—and how the best kickers turn it into a weapon. With insights into playmakers, fullbacks, and coaches, we examine the balance between pressure and precision, territory and turnover. Is the boot a safety valve, a statement, or a science? All in five minutes.

In this penultimate episode of Omertà, we explore the tactical tug-of-war at the heart of the Lions’ defensive strategy: Blitz or Drift? As the Test series looms, we unpack the roots, risks, and rewards of each system—aggressive line speed versus calculated containment—and how total reliance on Shaun Edwards’ blitz legacy clashes with the demands of modern attacking rugby. Featuring expert insights and current tour data, The Rugby Mafia ask: which system best suits the Lions’ personnel, and could one wrong call make all the difference? All in five minutes.