The Randwick District Rugby Club, affectionately known as the “Galloping Greens” or “Wicks,” has a legendary history as one of the powerhouses of Australian club rugby. The club was formed in 1882 and was admitted to the New South Wales first division in 1889, where it quickly became a dominant force, winning four consecutive first-grade premierships from 1894 to 1897. 1926: Coogee Oval became the club’s permanent home ground in 1926, and the club adopted its iconic myrtle green colors in 1928, which were inspired by the destination signs on the Coogee trams. Randwick has won 33 first-grade Shute Shield premierships, making it one of the most successful clubs in the competition’s history. The most recent title was in 2023. Between 1978 and 1996, Randwick dominated the Shute Shield, winning 14 premierships. This included an incredible streak of five consecutive premierships from 1978 to 1982, and another six in a row from 1987 to 1992. Randwick has produced an extraordinary number of Wallabies and some of the most influential figures in world rugby. Over 100 Randwick players have represented Australia, with twelve having captained the national team.