Gaelic Football is a distinct field game which is similar to the evolution of Australian Rules. Gaelic Football can be described as a mixture of Soccer and Rugby, although it precedes both. It is believed that Australian Rules evolved from Gaelic Football through the many thousands who were either deported or emigrated to Australia from the middle of the nineteenth century. Gaelic Football is also played in the United States by clubs such as the HGFC. Gaelic Football is played on a field approximately 152 yd. long and 81 yd. wide.