The Union Jack Classic Podcast

Coach Lance Leipold made the trip from Kansas to London 🇬🇧 to see where his team will take the field at Wembley Stadium this September.In Episode 10 of The Union Jack Classic Podcast, we sit down with the Kansas Head Coach to talk all things Union Jack Classic, how he keeps himself grounded, and how the Jayhawks are preparing for their historic trip to London.From walking Wembley to building a team ready for the international stage… this is the Road to Wembley.🎟️ Tickets available now via Ticketmaster Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes content as we build towards September.

The Draft is heating up and so is the road to Wembley. 🇬🇧🏈 This week, the team dives into all the latest Draft buzz before being joined by a special guest straight out of Kansas — Dylan Edwards from the University of Kansas. We talk his journey, life in college football, and what it means to be part of a historic moment as Kansas heads to London. With the first-ever American college football game of its kind coming to Wembley Stadium, the countdown is officially ON. Expect insight, energy, and a proper taste of what makes college football different. 🎟️ Tickets for the Union Jack Classic: University of Kansas vs Arizona State 📍 Wembley Stadium | 19 September 2026 👉 https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/union-jack-classic-university-of-kansas-london-19-09-2026/event/2300632FCA260AA0Follow us for more behind-the-scenes, player interviews, and everything you need to know ahead of game day. #CollegeFootball #NFLDraft #UnionJackClassic #DylanEdwards #KansasJayhawks #Wembley #AmericanFootballUK

In Episode 8 of The Union Jack Classic Podcast, we dive into one of the most iconic parts of American college football culture… the spirit squads.We’re joined by Bianca Caryl, M.Ed., Sun Devil Spirit Squad head dance coach at Sun Devil Athletics, alongside two ASU cheerleaders, the incredible Jayden and Isi to break down what it really takes to be part of an elite collegiate cheer programme.From the physical demands and training to the pressure of performing in front of thousands, this episode goes beyond the stereotypes and into the reality of the sport.The UJC Podcast team also explore the full pageantry of college football — from cheer and dance to marching bands, mascots and the traditions that turn game day into a spectacle.

British American Football… in the UK? 🇬🇧🏈 Yep - and it’s bigger, more organised, and growing faster than you might think. In Episode 7 of the Union Jack Classic Podcast, we sit down with Rory McNair, Head of Marketing & Communications at BAFA, to break it all down. From how the sport actually works in the UK, to the pathway from university to national teams, and what’s being done to grow the game — this is your crash course in British American football. Whether you’re completely new or already following the game, this episode gives you the full picture. With the Union Jack Classic bringing elite US college football to Wembley Stadium on September 19th, there’s never been a better time to understand the sport on both sides of the Atlantic. 🎟️ Tickets available now via Ticketmaster 🏈 Kansas Jayhawks vs Arizona State Sun Devils September 19th, Wembley Stadium

Welcome back to the UJC Podcast, brought to you by the Union Jack Classic, building up to the first-ever American college football game at Wembley Stadium on September 19. Whether you’re completely new to the sport or live and breathe college football, this is the place to be. In Episode 6, we’re diving into one of the most fun debates yet… 🏛️ Creating our College Football Superhero & Villain Mount Rushmore From dominant dynasties to controversial icons, we break down: What actually makes a “villain” in college football? Whether greatness alone can make you the bad guy? The players and coaches who defined eras. To close the show, we’re joined by Sharon Toulouse, Director of Athletic Bands at the University of Kansas. We talk about: 🎺 The role of marching bands in college football culture 🌍 Bringing the full game day experience to London 🇬🇧 What fans can expect across the week of the game 🔥 Why this isn’t just a game — it’s a spectacle The marching Jayhawks will be bringing the noise, the energy, and the pageantry to Wembley… and you won’t want to miss it. 🎟️ Get your tickets on unionjackclassic.com 📲 Follow for more content in the lead-up to September 19 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe

Has NIL exposed what college football really is? In Episode 5 of the Union Jack Classic Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest shifts in modern sport: NIL (Name, Image & Likeness). From athletes earning money for the first time, to the impact on recruitment, team dynamics and the wider college system, we explore whether NIL has changed the game… or simply revealed what was already there. As college football prepares to take over Wembley Stadium, understanding NIL is key to understanding the future of the sport. 🎟️ Tickets available via Ticketmaster Kansas Jayhawks vs Arizona State Sun Devils Wembley Stadium, London 19 September 2026 This is more than a game.

Episode 4 of The UJC Podcast is here 🎙️ This week, we dive into one of the biggest driving forces in college football… rivalries. The history, the tension, the moments that define programs and split fanbases for generations. We’re joined by special guest, the COO & Co-Founder of the Union Jack Classic, Thomas Hensey, who brings a unique perspective on what makes these matchups so powerful and why they matter beyond the game. As we build towards the first-ever American college football game at Wembley Stadium on 19 September 2026, this is your inside look at the culture, stories and energy behind the sport. 🎟️ Tickets available now via Ticketmaster 🏟️ Kansas vs Arizona State | Wembley Stadium | London Subscribe for new episodes and everything you need to know about college football, for Brits, by Brits.

How Do You Pick a College Football Team? |The Union Jack Classic Podcast | Episode 3 If you’re a UK fan getting into American college football, one big question comes up fast… how do you choose a team? In Episode 3 of the Union Jack Classic Podcast, we talk through the different ways fans pick their college football programs. From iconic logos and helmets to location, team identity and even comparisons with Premier League clubs, we break down what makes people connect with a team. We also discuss the branding and identity of Kansas and Arizona State, the two teams facing off at Wembley Stadium on September 19, 2026 in the first-ever Union Jack Classic. Subscribe for weekly episodes, giveaways, guests and everything you need to know ahead of the game. #UnionJackClassic #CollegeFootball #AmericanFootballUK #WembleyStadium

Episode 2 of the Union Jack Classic Podcast is here.This week we dive into the traditions that make college football one of the biggest sporting spectacles in the world. From the power of marching bands and the chaos of tailgates to the energy of legendary student sections, we break down the culture behind the game and why it’s unlike anything else in sport. Hosted by Ash, George, Sam and TJ, the podcast brings you college football for Brits, by Brits as we build up to the first ever American college football game at Wembley Stadium. Expect stories, insight, and everything you need to know ahead of September 19, 2026 when the University of Kansas Jayhawks take on the Arizona State Sun Devils at Wembley. Watch out for new episodes, guests, giveaways and behind-the-scenes content as we count down to the Union Jack Classic.

Why The UK? | The Union Jack Classic Podcast | Episode 1 Why is American college football coming to London? And why now? In the very first episode of the Union Jack Classic Podcast, we break down the vision behind bringing US college football to Wembley Stadium, what it means for UK fans, and how this event is set to change the landscape of the game on this side of the Atlantic. This week we talk about:🏈Why the UK is ready for college football🇬🇧Why Wembley Stadium🎙️The bigger long-term vision for Union Jack Classic🌍What this means for fans, alumni and the sport in Britain This is just the beginning. Subscribe for weekly episodes, exclusive giveaways, guests, behind-the-scenes insight and everything you need to know ahead of September 19, 2026. 🎟️ Tickets + more info: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/union-jack-...