Hurley (stick)

[1] It typically measures between 45 and 96 cm (18 and 38 in) long with a flattened, curved bas ([bˠasˠ] BOSS, "palm of hand") at the end.

[6][better source needed] Hurleys are typically made from ash wood; the base of the tree near the root is the only part used and is usually bought from local craftsmen in Ireland (for about €20–50), who still use traditional production methods.

[8] On wooden hurleys, steel bands are used to reinforce the flattened end - though these are not permitted in camogie due to increased risk of injury.

Throwing the hurley (e.g., to block a ball going high over one's head) is illegal, though camogie players may drop it to make a handpass.

A correctly sized hurley should be just touching the ground when gripped at the top and held parallel to the player's leg with their arms relaxed.

[13] The hurley is often given as a gift to or between politicians; for example, Mary McAleese was given two when she was awarded the freedom of Kilkenny in 2009,[14] and Barack Obama was given one by Enda Kenny on his visit to Ireland in 2011.

[15][16] Prince Philip was also given a hurley and sliotar as a gift during Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Ireland.