I've always been intrigued by this sport and I will watch it every now and then. One time I watched a game with an Australian guy I know here locally and he explained a lot of what is going on. I think for Americans to get involved with this sport we need to be assigned a "helper" that can sit with us and explain what is going on. Once we get a grasp on why we are supposed to be excited it is easier to enjoy it. I bet the reverse could be true for a game like American football and baseball as well.