Career
Ruddick first came to note as a rugby player when he represented local rugby union club Brecon Reconstruction Finance Corporation. In an appraisal by former British Isles rugby union captain, Arthur Harding, Ruddick is described as a "particularly good dribbler … a good tackler" and "…keen as a terrier." Ruddick was wounded and badly injured a foot in World War I which meant he was unable to play again. International honours
Championship final appearances
George Ruddick played in Broughton Rangers" victory in the Championship during the 1901-1902 season. Challenge Cup final appearances
George Ruddick played in Broughton Rangers" 25-0 victory over Salford in the 1902 Challenge Cup final during the 1901-1902 season at Athletic Grounds, Rochdale, and the 4-0 victory over Wigan in the 1911 Challenge Cup final during the 1910-1911 season at The Willows, Salford.
County Cup Final Appearances
George Ruddick played prop in Broughton Rangers" 15-6 victory over Warrington in the 1906 Lancashire Cup final during the 1906-1907 season at Central Park, Wigan on Saturday 1 December 1906.
