Bocce

Bocce practice and competition are offered throughout the season from March to June. Manchester Special Olympics athletes compete in the Area Summer Games, a regional competition, and the State Summer Games, held annually at the University of New Hampshire. Athletes can compete in singles, doubles, and team competition, which is four athletes per team.

The bocce season runs simultaneously to the athletics season. Athletes may choose to compete in either bocce or athletics.

Heather Patz, a Team Manchester bocce athlete, says the sport is a fun mix between bowling and cornhole – and that it is simple to learn, but can also be competitive and challenging! Our bocce athletes say they love the sport because it is comes with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, and that the best part of the sport is getting to play and hang out with other athletes from around the state during competition. If you have never played and would like to learn, the Manchester bocce team would love for you to join. No experience is necessary!

For information on the sport and season, visit the SONH Bocce information page. Here, you can find rules, a list of offered events, coaching guides, and much more!