Australian Rules

Australia has a long history as sportsmen. They are strong players in a wide variety of team sports, with competitive international teams in rugby union, rugby league, netball, field hockey and cricket. They also have strong athletes in individual events like cycling, swimming and track events. One sport that originated from Australia and is hugely popular is Australian Football. The games dates back to as early as 1841 and is played on a modified cricket field. The rules are much freer than rugby league or union but with a higher number of players on the field; 18 per team. Cricket and rugby, both league and union, are followed intently in Australia and the teams are known as tough teams to beat. Water sports are also hugely popular for recreation like windsurfing, kite surfing and of course surfing.