The predecessor team was the "Scranton Stouts" started by two University of South Carolina students, Kevin Podlaski and Doug Morgan in 1981.

The 2 losses both occurred at an invitational tournament (Cherry Blossom) to eventual winner Maryland Terrapins by 4 points and to the Navy Midshipmen, losing a halftime lead to fall by 6 in the Plate Final –Navy won the tourney the following year.

Players achieved Select Side Status, All-American honors and many continued to play both domestically and internationally at the highest levels - Men's Club Div I National Champions, as well as national representative sides at venues such as the Hong Kong 7s, Dubai 7s, Wellington 7's, and other competitions.

In addition to their many academic accomplishments, the Scranton ruggers fulfill regular service commitments to Habitat for Humanity, Lackawanna Housing and Development Corporation, and Hand-in-Hand.

The club also regularly volunteers with Cinderella's Closet which allows girls of all ages to find dresses for Proms, Dances, and other functions at no cost.