Waratahs Women Crush WAC Women to Advance to Grand Final

The Waratahs Women have booked their place in the 2025 SIRU Macarthur REA Women’s Grand Final, after a dominant 27-12 victory over the WAC Women in the finals clash at Griffith Exies Sports Club.

Tries Galore in Waratahs’ Finals Masterclass

Led by their star-studded lineup, the Waratahs Women put on a scintillating display of attacking rugby, scoring five tries to overpower their determined opponents. Georgina Hayes crossed the line twice, while Amy Fowler and Sophia Kelsey also dotted down for the victorious visitors.

Despite the WAC Women’s best efforts, the Waratahs’ superior skills and game management proved too much for the home side to handle. The Waratahs’ ruthless efficiency in the attacking third and resolute defense ensured they maintained control throughout the 50 minutes.

Ladder Leaders Extend Dominant Campaign

This comprehensive victory sees the Waratahs Women progress to the grand final, where they will face off against the Griffith Women’s.

As mentioned in our previous coverage, the Waratahs suffered their first defeat of the season in the last finals clash against Griffith. However, this commanding performance against WAC Women shows the team has regrouped and rediscovered their ruthless edge as they strive to secure the championship.

Squad Depth and Versatility on Full Display

The Waratahs Women’s squad depth and versatility were on full display in this finals victory. Head coach Chloe Martin made excellent use of the interchange, with Milly Lucas and Megan Lonsdale all making valuable contributions off the bench.

The ability to rotate players without a significant drop in performance highlighted the quality and preparation of the Waratahs squad. Key players such as Georgina Hayes and Amy Fowler continued their standout seasons, while newcomer Sophia Kelsey also impressed with a try-scoring performance.

Player Down

The Waratahs faced an early challenge when vice-captain Milly Lucas received the first yellow card of her career, reducing the side to 11 players. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the team held firm, displaying composure and resilience to weather the pressure and stay in the contest.

Grand Final Showdown on the Horizon

With this decisive win, the Waratahs Women have set up a highly anticipated grand final clash against the Griffith Women’s. After their earlier loss to Griffith in the finals, the Waratahs will be determined to avenge that defeat and secure the SIRU Macarthur REA Women’s championship.

The stage is set for an enthralling grand final showdown, as the league’s two dominant forces go head-to-head for the ultimate prize. The Waratahs Women will need to draw on their impressive depth, experience, and championship-winning mentality to overcome the challenge of Griffith and complete their remarkable undefeated season in style.

The road to the title may have had a few unexpected twists and turns, but the Waratahs Women have consistently proven their quality throughout the 2025 campaign. With the grand final just around the corner, they will be eager to seize the opportunity and etch their names into the history books as worthy champions.

PREVIOUS ARTICLE LINK: https://waggawaratahs.com.au/match-reports/waratahs-womens-fall-short-in-finals-thriller-against-griffith/ The Waratahs Women’s suffered a narrow defeat against Griffith in their previous finals clash, which may have dampened their momentum slightly. However, this commanding victory over WAC Women shows the team has regrouped and rediscovered their dominant form at the perfect time, as they prepare for the grand final showdown against Griffith. FIXTURE RESULTS