Earlier today, my uncle Jim introduced me to the Italian game of bocce at the Buccinese Club in Altoona. I can recall as a little kid, going with my Dad when he played bocce outdoors in Coupon on Sundays.My experience today was enjoyable. I didn't actually play any contests. My uncle met me there about an hour early and gave me some coaching as well as a chance to practice on the court. In some ways it reminded me a lot of putting. You have to read the surface and work out the speed and the break.
I then met most of the participants and watched a contest between my uncle's team and another of the club teams. I might be interested in getting into this when the winter leagues form.
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