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Italian American Club of Walpole

2026 Summer Bocce League

The Italian American Club of Walpole Summer Bocce League is a friendly and welcoming weekly community tradition filled with fun, strategy, light competition, and plenty of good conversation. Whether you are a veteran player or stepping onto the court for the first time, the league is open to IAC members and non-members.

Our goal is simple: bring people together on summer evenings for an enjoyable, low-impact game that welcomes all skill levels.

Hello Bocce Players!

Welcome to the 2026 Italian American Club of Walpole Summer Bocce League! The teams have been selected, the season is almost here, and we’re looking forward to another fun summer of friendly competition, laughs, strategy, and community. This league is all about enjoying time together while still bringing a little competitive spirit to the courts. Please help us make this a smooth, respectful, and enjoyable season for everyone.

Here are the 2026 Bocce League teams, captains, and schedule for the upcoming season!

Team 1 – Captain Carol: Carol Y., George M., Maria V., Secondo M.

Team 2 – Captain Ron: Ron H., Elsie G., Jim P., Linda F.

Team 3 – Captain Hans: Hans L., Christine B., Paul W., Ginger S.

Team 4 – Captain Fran: Fran S. (“Frantastic”), Diane L., Peter M. (Walpole), Sally O.

Team 5 – Captain Patty: Patty A., Kathy H., Peter M. (Norwood), Steve H.

Team 6 – Captain Kevin: Kevin M., Joan W., Marianne M., Maureen M.

Team 7 – Captain Cathy: Cathy D., Jackie W., Janet M., Pat M.

Team 8 – Captain Stefanie: Stefanie N., Gina M., Nancy M., Larry S.

Matches are played rain or shine. Each evening consists of 3 games. During the season, each team plays each other twice, and are rotated through 4 courts. Please arrive a little early so games can begin on time at 6pm.

Key Dates

Wednesday, May 20 at 6:00 PM - League play begins
Wednesday, August 26 at 6:00 PM - Rain Date/Makeup Games
Wednesday, September 2 at 6:00 PM - Tie-Breakers and Fun Games
Wednesday, September 9 at 6:00 PM - Awards Dinner

WAIVER FORM

Substitutes: When teams are short players, substitute openings will usually be announced by email on Monday evenings. First responders generally get the available spots. Subs are assigned by the League Director or Team Captains if needed.

Sportsmanship & Fair Play: Good sportsmanship is expected from everyone. We all want to compete, but the larger goal is enjoying the season together as a community.

Captains are responsible for:

Helping organize their teams
Assisting with score sheets
Communicating schedule issues
Helping resolve any questions respectfully
Submitting score sheets (completed clearly and accurately) each night. It must be absolutely clear which team won each of the 3 games played.

Special League Playing Rules

To help keep games fair and enjoyable when teams are short players, we use a few special house rules:

Stay on Your Side

Once a game begins, players remain on their assigned end of the court for the entire game. Players should not walk back and forth between ends during play. Team Captains or designated players will organize player positioning. You switch sides after each completed game.

If a team has only 3 players:

- One player will play from one end
- Two players will play from the opposite end
- The solo player should rotate each game so all players share the responsibility evenly

If a team has only 2 players:

- Each player throws 4 balls
- This allows teams to continue throwing 8 total balls per frame, consistent with our long-standing league format

Minimum Players Required: A team must have at least 2 players present to begin play.

If only 1 player is present at game time:

- The match is considered forfeited
- The opposing team receives the 3 game wins for the evening

Mobility Considerations: Some players may have difficulty stepping in and out of the bocce pits. When both teams agree, players with mobility limitations may remain near the edge of the court during play. Please be considerate and supportive of one another.

We’re looking forward to another excellent season of bocce with all of you!

Kind Regards,

Mark Annati

Email tronpilot+IAClub@gmail.com or leave a message for Mark at 508-472-7632

League INFORMATION

On warm Wednesday evenings behind the Italian American Club of Walpole, the bocce courts come alive with laughter, friendly rivalry, and neighbors from Walpole and nearby towns gathering to enjoy each other’s company. League nights are not just about competition. They are about community, teamwork, shared summer memories, and a welcoming atmosphere where beginners and experienced players can learn from each other, cheer good shots, and enjoy the game.

What to Expect

- - Weekly Wednesday evening league play
  - Balanced teams with a mix of skill levels
  - A friendly, relaxed, and inclusive environment
  - Opportunities to meet new people and reconnect with friends
  - Light-hearted competition with organized schedules and scorekeeping
  - An end-of-season awards dinner and celebration
  - League leadership helps keep play organized, while team captains and volunteers help support smooth, enjoyable game nights.

Season Schedule

League play begins Wednesday, May 20 at 6:00 PM
The season includes approximately 16 games
Final game: Wednesday, September 2
Bocce Awards Dinner: Wednesday, September 9

Questions?

Email tronpilot+IAClub@gmail.com or leave a message for Mark Annati at 508-472-7632.

Summer Bocce at the Italian American Club of Walpole: A Community Tradition Worth Rolling For

On warm summer evenings behind the Italian American Club of Walpole, the bocce courts come alive with laughter, friendly rivalry, and neighbors from Walpole and nearby towns gathering to enjoy each other’s company. The Summer Bocce League has become a welcoming tradition — a relaxed, low-impact way to spend a Wednesday evening while connecting with a friendly gaming community.Whether you’re a seasoned player or trying bocce for the first time, everyone is invited to join in. League nights aren’t just about competition — they nurture community, good conversation, and shared summer memories.Part of what makes league nights special is the care given to the courts and the surrounding space. Volunteers from the community regularly maintain the playing surface so matches go smoothly and are enjoyable for everyone. That same spirit of stewardship — seen in the attention to the courts, the environment around them, and the welcoming nature of returning players — sets the tone for the whole league.Beginners and experienced players alike share the courts, trade tips, cheer good shots from either side, and learn as they go. What matters most isn’t a perfect roll but a good time shared with friends and neighbors.

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