Since the United States hosted the World Cup in 1994, the popularity of soccer in America has skyrocketed. This year it reached new heights as evidenced by the huge TV audience tuning in to watch the US Women’s Soccer Team win the FIFA Women’s World Cup championship. It’s estimated that nearly 25 million men, women and children in America play soccer on some level. So it’s time to get to know the American FootGolf League (AFGL).
The rules of play are very similar to golf, as is the dress code. Most players opt to wear some brightly colored argyle knee socks, nickers or shorts, polo shirt and scally (news-boy, Gatsby, ivy) cap. It’s very important to note that NO soccer cleats of any kind are allowed – indoor, smooth bottom soccer shoes are the way to go. An 18 hole round of FootGolf usually takes about 2 1/2 hours to complete.