DNVR Rugby Podcast: RTXO Academy Wrap Up Feat. Darryl Tolson, Casey McDermott Vai, and Michael Bandy

Colton Strickler jumps into the show with ‘The Breakdown’ by giving his thoughts on the RugbyTown Crossover Academy’s first camp after its conclusion, talks about some former Raptors on the move, and tells you about all of the rugby you can watch this weekend. After ‘The Breakdown’, Colton talks to Darryl Tolson, former TCU Football utility player Casey McDermott Vai, and former University of San Diego receiver Michael Bandy about their experience with the camp. After the interviews, Colton thanks you and closes the show with ‘The Loop.’

Originally from Washington, D.C., Darryl Tolson played semi-pro football in West Virginia, and was recruited to the RugbyTown Crossover Academy after an impressive performance at a professional combine.

Casey McDermott Vai played all over the place for the Horned Frogs football team during his time at TCU. After being recruited to play on the defensive line, he also helped out on the offensive line, at tight end, and played fullback during his college career. His versatility earned him a spot at the Seattle Seahawks rookie mini-camp in 2019.

Michael Bandy played wide receiver for the University of San Diego from 2016-2019. Bandy put up monster numbers for the Toreros in his four years with the program. He caught 192 passes for 3,294 yards and 28 touchdowns. While sparingly being used a returner and in San Diego’s running game, Bandy finished his career with 3,610 all-purpose yards. He earned back-to-back All-American honors in 2018 and 2019 – along with several other awards – during his final two seasons with the Toreros.

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