Boccia

Boccia has been a part of the Paralympics since 1984. Although the game originated long ago in Italy, its popularity has spread worldwide. Boccia was originally presented as a sport for athletes with cerebral palsy, but is now open to all athletes with significant physical disabilities. Boccia tests the athlete’s coordination, accuracy, concentration, and ability to strategize.

Boccia can be played one-on-one, in pairs, or in teams of three. The object of the game is to throw or roll game balls so that they land as close as possible to a target ball called the jack. The player or team that is not closest to the jack must then throw until they put a ball closer to the jack. This continues until all balls are thrown. When all the game balls have been thrown, a referee determines the points awarded to individuals or teams. The game can be adapted to allow players with functional limitations to use chutes and ramps to place their game balls into play.

If you like bowling you will love Boccia! This great adaptive sport is now available here at LWSRA. This is a great opportunity to learn a new sport and socialize with others.

Schedule:

Power Soccer runs on Thursdays, June 23rd - July 28th, 2011 from 5:00 – 6:00pm at The Oaks, 10847 La Porte Rd., Mokena.

Events:

2/13/11 - Boccia Tournament: 9am-3pm at Lincoln-Way Central High School