Subj : National Anthem
To   : Ward Dossche
From : Stephen Walsh
Date : Mon Jan 27 2025 09:33:02


Hello Ward!

21 Jan 25 10:23, you wrote to me:

 SW>> The general aussie population calls soccer soccer and not
 SW>> football.

 WD> So, when the world championships football are being held, do they call
 WD> it the world championships soccer then?

Yes.

 SW>> WD> Ah. You mean "American Football Australia Style" ... actually I
 SW>> like> it.

 SW>> At least our players don't cover up in panzy padding... #-/
 SW>> They can also kick the ball more often.... and a great distance!

 WD> It also looks like they're practicing a sport, not trying to kill the
 WD> adversary. I also saw women play it, that's cool.

Yes, we now have a ten round AFLW season that's started after the grand final of the men's comp.
Then four final rounds with the top 8 teams, then the last four, then the two in the grand final just like in
the men's. It used to only have a few club teams, now it's the full 18 teams.

 WD> They also do not sprint 40 meters, need a drink of water and a
 WD> breather.

A game comprises four quarters, which are made up of 20 minutes of actual game time.
However, 'time-on' is added for any stoppages, such as injuries or throw-ins.
This means each quarter typically lasts for 25 to 30 minutes.
In between each quarter, there is a six minute break, while players are given 20 minutes to recover at half time.




Stephen


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