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...

shamrocksrugby 07/07/2025

Shamrocks 38 - Home Team 0 Woonoona Shamrocks produced a masterful display of rugby away from home, securing a commanding 38-0 shutout victory that showcased their attacking prowess and defensive discipline. This was a game where all the glory was well deserved by the backs -  but the outcome was built on a forward pack who demonstrated a willingness to grind away and utilise their range of skills in both attack and defence. The match was overshadowed early by a serious injury to TECH/TAHS player, Inel Arnautovic, with just 10 minutes into the game. This incident required an Ambulance, consequently,...

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

Illawarra 1st Grade - Round 5 Campbelltown Rugby Club, May 10, 2025 The Shamrocks First Grade faced a challenging afternoon at Campbelltown Rugby Club, ultimately falling 51-21 to the home side in Round 5 of the Illawarra 1st Grade competition. A Game of Two Halves Despite the final scoreline, the Shamrocks showed considerable resolve and character, particularly in their ability to cross the white line three times against strong opposition. The visitors demonstrated attacking capability that will serve them well as the season progresses, but it was the number of tackles the Shamrock players were called on to make that...