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United Kingdomcountry of origin
1896first recorded
—not on the Olympic programme
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2international bodies
Composite rules shinty–hurling is a team sport and ball game, part of Gaelic games. It originated in Scotland (United Kingdom), with its first record dating to 1896. The sport is governed internationally by Gaelic Athletic Association.
Part ofGaelic games
TypeTeam sports, Ball games
Country of originScotland (United Kingdom), Ireland
First recorded1896
Players (as recorded)14–15
Governing bodyGaelic Athletic Association, Camanachd Association
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