Gaelic Soccer
The game of Gaelic Soccer was invented in the Western United States during the early 21st century. It is a team sport, and a perfect blend between football and soccer. The game is played with a football, soccer nets, and 5-12 players on each team. The game starts with a face off, similar to hockey . One player drops the ball at midfield, and upon the ball's contact with the ground, the two opposing players kick to one of their respective teammate. The rules of soccer are now at play. For example, only the goalie may enter the keeper box, and is the only player allowed to use his/her hands. In the event that a player invalidly uses his/her hands, the opposing team is awarded a penalty shot. One player holds the ball, as in a feild goal in football. The player receives one shot. If the game is played on grass, the players may tackle each other in an effort to get the ball. When one team scores, the face off is repeated. The teams are to play the game until time elapses. In the event of a tie score at the end of regulation, a shootout is in effect. Five players on each team take penalty shots from 15 yards (13.716 meters) away. This process is repeated until both teams have had their shootout, and one has finished with a higher score.
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