Camogie is the female version of hurling. The game of hurling is unique to Ireland and is one of the fastest field games in the world. It has always been a huge part of our culture and heritage and is our national sport. Hurling and camogie are very skillful games.
Hurleys: Players use sticks called 'hurleys' which are made of ash wood and are between 30 and 37 inches in length with a broad end. The part of the hurley used to strike the ball is known as the 'bas'. The ball in hurling and camogie is known as a 'sliothar'.
Teams: A camogie and hurling team consists of 15 players and a number of substitutes.
The substitutes can be called into play at any stage of the game.
The team's manager chooses a starting fifteen and substitutes from a 'panel' of players.
A maximum of three substitutes may be used in a game.
Every hurling and camogie team has a goalkeeper, six defenders, two midfielders and six forwards.
Matches: Championship and league matches last 60 minutes.
Inter county and Inter club teams will wear their own registered distinctive colours.
Players are advised to wear protective headgear in the form of helmets.
But wearing helmets is not compulsory.