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NRL Gameday Guide: Round 27 v Storm

The Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks are celebrating Old Boys Round and the 10-year anniversary of the 2016 premiership this Saturday when the 2026 team take on the Melbourne Storm.

The 5th-placed Sharks return to Ocean Protect Stadium for their last home game of the regular season, hoping to gain momentum before finals.  

The Storm will be out to spoil the party after missing out on the NRL's top 8 for the first time since 2010.

There'll be plenty of action for fans on and off the field with Cronulla calling for fans to get behind them, and the old boys will be in the house to spur them on.

Here's all you need to know in our round 27 game day guide!

Key Timings: Saturday, September 5th
 
5.35pm – Gates Open
 5.45pm – SCORE Sharks v SCORE Dragons Equal Access Exhibition Game 
 7.00pm - Cronulla Old Boys lap of honour
 7.35pm – NRL Kick-Off: Sharks v Storm
 8.25pm - Half-Time Tribute to 2016 Sharks
 9.20pm – NRL Full-Time (approx.)

Old Boys Day and 2016 Premiers Celebration
Catch the 2016 Sharks returning to Ocean Protect Stadium and celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the historic premiership with them.

Paul Gallen and his team of champions will have their reunion earlier in the day before joining a host of other Cronulla old boys at the game, where they'll do a lap of honour at 7pm. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to cheer them on.

Then a special tribute to the 2016 team at half-time, with the premiership-winning side presented to the crowd.

Make sure you stick around after the game as we farewell our departing players with a special lap of honour.

And check out the new mural of Andrew Fifita's 2016 match-winning try, which is painted on the southern side of the ET Grandstand, Thanks to Telstra celebrating 25 years as the NRL's major sponsor.

Membership & Ticketing
The Sharks currently have 17,740 members in 2026 and are aiming to break last year’s membership record of 17,923 with a strong push this weekend.

Offering a Premiership Pass Membership for the Storm match from $40 for kids and $50 for adults, which gets you into the game, makes you a member and gives you access to exclusive merch.

Other tickets are also available – secure your spot today through Ticketek!

Check out the Membership Services Marquee for all your Membership needs. See our friendly staff from 5pm outside the Gate Two entrance to the stadium on Saturday.

Find your name on our new Member Wall or write a letter to your favourite Shark in our Kids Station, located right near the Membership Services Marquee.

Trouble getting into Ocean Protect Stadium or forgot your Membership card? We've got you covered! Visit the Membership Services Window at the Gate 1 Ticket Box from 5pm and we'll help you get inside and into your seat.

Have a group of ten or more? Group Ticketing is the perfect way to get your friends and family together at discount prices with exclusive money-can't-buy experiences. CLICK HERE for more information.

If general public allocation is exhausted, there's always a chance to score a ticket through the Member Seat Resale feature. Simply stay posted to the Ticketek page to see if any tickets are back on the market. Members unable to attend can put their seats up for resale via the Sharks Membership portal.

Parking
Casual and season parking at Woolooware Bay Central, next door to the stadium, can be purchased through the Membership Services Team or the Member Portal.

Please call 1300 SHARKS for assistance with booking casual parking.

With free street parking extremely limited, the Sharks also encourage patrons to make use of public transport when travelling to Ocean Protect Stadium.

Match Ticket Entitlements
Valid pre-purchased tickets to 2026 Cronulla Sharks season home games at Ocean Protect Stadium include travel on the following transport services; just show your event ticket to Transport staff when boarding services:  

Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink Intercity services (non-booked services bounded by Bomaderry, Goulburn, Bathurst, Scone and Dungog stations. 

Remember to keep your event ticket safe for your return journey or you'll need to use your Opal card, as you must have a valid ticket when travelling on public transport. Your match ticket is valid on trains until 4am the following day. 

Transport
Match tickets include travel on trains, which run regularly to Woolooware on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line within walking distance of the venue. 

Major weekend trackwork is taking place on the T4 Illawarra Line and South Coast Line that will affect your trip:

  • Buses replace trains between Cronulla, Waterfall and Central
  • Buses also replace trains between Dapto, Port Kembla and Central
  • Catch a replacement bus to Woolooware station.

Go to the Transport NSW link for more information - CLICK HERE

Plan ahead using the Trip Planner

Station Shuttle Buses
Shuttle buses will run in a loop from Caringbah, Cronulla and Woolooware train stations from before the game to get you to Ocean Protect Stadium.

Shuttle buses are free for match ticketholders and will commence service when gates open.

Return services will run for around an hour after full time and will leave from the bus bay on Captain Cook Drive, near the stadium entrance.

Conditions of Entry & Anti-Social Behaviour
Patrons are kindly reminded of the conditions of entry to Ocean Protect Stadium.  Camp chairs are not permitted into the ground.

Conditions of Entry as of JUNE 2026.pdf

A reminder, as per the conditions of entry, that no chairs are permitted (including camper and low-lying beach chairs).

Children must be accompanied and always supervised by a responsible adult whilst at Ocean Protect Stadium.

2026 Unaccompanied Children Policy.pdf

The Sharks are committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all attendees and do not tolerate any form of discriminatory behaviour.

To report anti-social behaviour, text 0433 556 185 with your issue and location.

Merchandise
Deck yourself out in our recently released 'Premiers Range,' celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the 2016 premiership.

Visit the Sharks Store at Bay Central Woolooware next door to the stadium and deck yourself out in the latest and greatest black, white and blue gear.

Grab yourself a Sharks' 2026 Indigenous jersey or our 2026 Women in League kit.

There are also multiple merch outlets inside Ocean Protect Stadium (south-east corner, south-west corner and north-east corner) where you can stock up on fresh kit – including the Heritage jersey or the striking 2026 home jersey, which pays tribute to the 2016 kit!

What’s On: Sharks Round 27

Old Boys Day and 2016 Premiers Celebration
Catch the Cronulla old boys along with the 2016 Sharks back at Ocean Protect Stadium and celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the historic premiership with them.

Aramex Special Delivery
As always, one valued Sharks Member will be chosen from the crowd to receive an amazing prize at half-time through the Aramex Special Delivery! Aramex will also be at either gate collecting socks and jocks for charity.

Think Renewable Give Away
Think Renewable will be activating at the Gate 1 precinct, giving away try banners. Scan the QR Code at their activation and receive a Chip on a Stick & Ice Cream Voucher (while stocks last).

SCORE Sharks v SCORE Dragons
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Get ready for a fantastic showcase of inclusive rugby league as the SCORE Sharks take on the SCORE Dragons from The Disability Trust in the pre-game fixture kicking off at 5:45pm.

Which will be a celebration of ability, opportunity and belonging, giving these talented athletes the chance to perform on the big stage and showcase the skill, determination and passion they bring to the game.

When the SCORE Sharks and SCORE Dragons meet, fans can expect plenty of footy, plenty of heart and a great reminder that rugby league really is a game for everyone.

Make sure you get here early and get behind both teams.

50-50 Charity Raffle
Purchase a ticket for the 50-50 Charity Raffle and go in the draw to win a big cash prize! This weekend's charity partner is the Sharks Have Heart Foundation and the great work our club does in the local community. The other 50% will be pocketed by a lucky raffle winner.

See one of our Shark Crew members – unmissable in bright green! – or scan the QR code on the big screens to buy a ticket and support a great cause. If you can't make it to the game, CLICK HERE to enter the raffle online.

SHARKS LIVE presented by The Vinyl Room Nightclub Gymea
Channeling vibes from The Vinyl Room Nightclub Gymea, DJ Jonny is back to rock the party in the SHARKS LIVE zone in the south-east corner.

Need assistance? 
Can’t find your seat or where something is at Ocean Protect Stadium? Keep an eye out for our amazing Shark Crew or our Sharks Sport and Business Diploma students if you have any questions or need any assistance.

Sharks Mermaids
It's not a home game without the peerless Sharks Mermaids! Who will deliver a very special performance in honour of Father’s Day, kicking off at 7.21pm.  
Enjoy watching the NRL's finest cheer squad bring the heat pre-game

Food and beverage options
Food options include deliciously healthy burritos and tacos from the Zambrero food truck, ice cream, pizza, chips on a stick, hot dogs, coffee, donuts and more.

Chicken Nation - ET Kiosk
Grab N Go - ET Kiosk
Zambrero - Eastern Concourse (South)
Youngs Food - Family Hill
Schnitzel - Eastern Concourse (North)
Ice Cream - Eastern Concourse (South) & Family Hill
Chip on a Stick - Eastern Concourse (South)
Mr Kernel Food Bar - Eastern Concourse
Fritz Wiener - South East Corner
Coffee Van - Southern Stand
Pizza - South West Corner Grass Area

Several bars will be open around the venue selling alcoholic beverages.

CLICK HERE to view a map.

Sharks at Kareela Footy Watch Party
Other than Ocean Protect Stadium, the best place to cheer on the boys in black, white and blue is at the Sharks at Kareela Watch Party!

Catch the footy live and loud on the big screens while enjoying award-winning food and refreshing beverages amongst fellow Sharks supporters.

CLICK HERE for more information.

Acknowledgement of Country

Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.

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