Austus was a hybrid sport created in Australia during World War II when soldiers stationed from the USA wanted to play football against the Australians. The name comes from the first four letters of Australia (AUST) and the initials of the United States (US).
Australian Football International (AFI) is excited to announce that, after an absence of more than 80 years, Austus will finally be returning in 2026!
Australia will take on the USA in the inaugural Austus Bowl – an exciting combination of American and Australian Football.
Event Format
- Austus double-header
- Australia v USA (women)
- Australia v USA (men)
- 9-a-side (maximum of 15 players per team)
- Both matches will consist of 4 x 15 minute quarters
- Trophy & medals for the winning teams
- Longest Kick v. Longest Throw competition
