15 Questions
What is the size of the average pitch for the game of hurling?
150 yards by 90 yards
What is the height of the goalposts in the game of hurling?
21 feet
How many points is a goal worth in the game of hurling?
Three
What is the name of the wooden stick used in the game of hurling?
Hurley
How many minutes does each half of the game of hurling last?
30 or 35 minutes
What is the name of the women's version of hurling?
Camogie
What is the origin of the game of hurling according to historical records?
A game of hurling was recorded in a book written 900 years ago before a battle in 1272 BCE
How many steps can a player in hurling carry the ball before passing it?
Four steps
What is the maximum length of each half in a game of hurling?
35 minutes
What is the name of the ball used in the game of hurling?
Sliotar
What is the name of the women's version of the game of hurling?
Camogie
What is the distance between the two goalposts in a game of hurling?
21 feet
What is the height of the crossbar in a game of hurling?
8 feet
What is the shape of the pitch used in a game of hurling?
Rectangular
What is the value of a goal scored by hitting the ball under the crossbar in a game of hurling?
Three points
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