Shamus Ruckus 11/08/2025

The Woonona Shamrocks produced their most spirited performance in weeks but ultimately fell short in a high-scoring thriller that highlighted both their potential and the fine margins that have defined their challenging season. Despite sitting seventh on the IDRU ladder with just two wins from eleven outings, the Shamrocks worked hard but couldn't prevent their opponents from crossing more frequently in what became a familiar pattern for this side. The conditions were atrocious with heavy downpours frequently testing the ball skills of the players. The Rocks struck first blood through Ben Ridgway, who crashed over early in the piece with...

Shamus Ruckus 30/06/2025

Shamrocks 5 - Home Team 43 Woonoona Shamrocks endured a difficult afternoon away from home, going down 43-5 in a challenging encounter against a home side that capitalised on every opportunity presented to them. Despite the scoreline, there were moments of promise for the visitors, with Ashton Hook crossing for Shamrocks' sole try in what proved to be a character-building experience for the squad. With a large number of players unavailable due to injuries, this Shamrock side was going to have to pull off a miracle to get on top of a well-drilled Bowral side on their home ground. At...

Shamus Ruckus 22/06/2025

Shamrocks 2nd Grade Claim Thrilling Victory in Four-Point Thriller Shamrocks 2nd Grade 21 - Opposition 17 Woonona Shamrocks 2nd Grade secured a memorable 21-17 victory at home in what proved to be one of the most thrilling contests of the season. Despite a late opposition fightback that threatened to steal the points, Shamrocks held their nerve to claim a well-deserved victory that showcased their character and determination under pressure. This was a piece of sweet revenge for the hard-working Second Grade Team, as this team's previous meeting was a bit of an ambush by Camden when the Shamrocks had so...

Shamus Ruckus 12/05/2025

Campbelltown 2nd Grade 22 - Shamrocks 2nd Grade 31 The Woonoona Shamrocks 2nd Grade team maintained their impressive form with a confident 31-22 victory away at Campbelltown Rugby Club on Saturday afternoon, solidifying their position near the top of the Illawarra District Rugby Union Competition ladder. The Shamrocks demonstrated their attacking prowess with five tries in an entertaining encounter that showcased their ability to perform away from home. The stars aligned for the Ridgway brothers, with fly-half Ben Ridgway and scrum-half Will Ridgway both crossing the try line in a dominant display of backline play. The match opened with fullback...

Shamus Ruckus 03/05/2025

Shamrocks 2nd Grade 33 - Kiama 2nd Grade 22 The Woonoona Shamrocks 2nd Grade side continued their impressive form in the Illawarra District Rugby Union Competition with a hard-fought 33-22 victory over Kiama at Woonoona Shamrocks Rugby Club on Saturday afternoon. In what proved to be an entertaining, try-filled encounter, the home side's attacking prowess was on full display with five tries, four of which were converted, to secure the valuable win in Round 4. Fly-half Ben Ridgway was the standout performer for Shamrocks, crossing the whitewash three times and adding four conversions for a personal haul of 23 points....