The Crookwell Rugby Club, also known as the Crookwell Dogs, has a rich history as a prominent rugby club in the New South Wales region of Australia. The club is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025. A book was created to mark the occasion, and it includes details on the club’s origins in the district.
The Crookwell Rugby Club has been a successful force in the George Tooke Shield, winning four titles in the 21st century (2005-06, 2018, and 2022). The club has a strong focus on junior development, which is seen as vital for its long-term survival as an amateur club. This includes junior teams ranging from under-6s to under-15s, with a significant increase in player numbers in recent years.
The club is also active in the local community. For example, in 2018, it held a Premiership Reunion and MND (Motor Neurone Disease) Round, which was recognized as the Crookwell Event of the Year and raised a significant amount of money for a local trust.