Orlando Gaelic Athletic Association
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Hurling
Hurling is an outdoor team sport that originated in Ireland. It is a fast-paced game that is often described as a combination of field hockey and lacrosse. The sport is played on a large grass field with teams of 15 players on each side. The players use wooden sticks called hurleys to hit a small ball called a sliotar, with the aim of scoring goals by striking the ball into the opponent's net. Hurling is one of the oldest field sports in the world and is a popular pastime in Ireland.
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Camogie
Camogie, the sister sport to hurling, shares many of the same rules and equipment but is played by women. While the fundamental aspects of the game—such as the use of a hurley and sliotar—are the same, camogie differs in slightly modified rules to reduce physical contact to help emphasize more on agility and skill. Despite these differences, both sports are celebrated for their speed, intensity, and deep cultural significance in Irish communities worldwide.
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Football
Gaelic football is a traditional Irish sport that combines elements of soccer and rugby. It is played on a rectangular grass field with teams of 15 players each, who use a round ball to score points by kicking or punching it into the opposing team's goal or by striking it over the crossbar. The game is fast-paced and physical, with players allowed to tackle and block each other while attempting to gain control of the ball. The winning team is the one that scores the most points, with a typical match lasting for around 70 minutes. Gaelic football is a popular spectator sport in Ireland, with numerous leagues and tournaments held throughout the country.