What is camogie?
Q: What is camogie?
A: Camogie is an Irish team sport, similar to hurling, that is organised by the Camogie Association of Ireland and played exclusively by women.
Q: How does the game of camogie differ from hurling?
A: The rules of camogie are almost identical to hurling, but with a few exceptions. One of the key differences is that goalkeepers wear the same colours as outfield players, and handpassing a score is allowed in camogie, while it is not allowed in the men's game.
Q: How long do camogie games last?
A: All camogie games last for a total of 60 minutes, while senior inter-county hurling games typically last for 70 minutes.
Q: Are players allowed to handpass the ball in camogie?
A: Yes, in fact, players in camogie are allowed to handpass the ball to score, which is one of the key differences between camogie and hurling.
Q: When is the All-Ireland Final held?
A: The All-Ireland Final is held every year in September, usually during the week between the hurling final and the Gaelic football final.
Q: How many main competitions are there in camogie?
A: There are two main competitions in camogie. The National League takes place during the winter-spring months and serves as a warm-up to the All-Ireland Championships, which are held during the summer.
Q: Who are the reigning champions of camogie?
A: The reigning champions of camogie are the Cork team.
