The Bocce League looks forward to the comfortable temperate days of March, to continue welcoming new friends, and working on learning rules and developing new strategies.
You all know the “Bocce Kiss” rule. Here are a few more:
To begin play when the pallino is rolled, it must not roll the entire length of the court to touch the back rail. Also, on this initial roll, the pallino must cross the middle court marker. In both instances of miss rolls, the pallino is rolled again by the opposing team.
If a bocce ball rolls the entire length of the court without touching another ball or side rail, or if the ball winds up off the court, it is considered dead and removed from the round.
However, there is no rule about trying to psych out your opponent. It is okay to distract your opponent verbally. Playful banter can be part of the game, as long as it is in good fun and sportsmanship. This is another reason why bocce is more than just a game; it is a lively social event. It is easy to learn, but challenging.
Come test your knowledge of the rules. Let’s roll!
The bocce court is adjacent to the northeast side of the parking lot at Burnt Store Marina Country Club. Play is from 2:30 to 5 p.m., followed by dinner at Linkside Café or other local restaurants. Dinner is optional, and you do not have to be a member of Burnt Store Marina Country Club to play bocce.
You will find an enthusiastic group of bocce players every Tuesday. Grab your lawn chair and join the fun. There is a nominal fee of $1, collected each week for maintenance of equipment, and end of season party and prizes.
You are welcome to play bocce at your leisure. There is a guest set of bocce balls in the back of the golf cart barn. It is in the unlocked plastic container clearly marked for general use. Please be sure to return the equipment back to the cart barn when you are finished playing. So, gather your guests and spend a couple of hours having some bocce fun!
