Author(s): Tony La Torraca

True Stories - Sport

Aussie Rules is a game of skill, strength and athleticism. The speedy movement of the ball, the overhead marking, the fierce tackling and the accuracy of the kicking makes for a great spectacle. Learn about the different roles of each playing position, discover the tactics of the game, then find profiles of your favourite players and meet the coaches.

This dynamic series focuses on popular sports played in Australia today. The books place particular emphasis on the sport’s development within Australia, describing rules, forms of scoring, and the various levels of competition. Accessible information about skills and training will encourage readers to get involved in their favourite sports. The series features fact files, tables, field maps and extensive glossaries of sporting and technical terms.