Thank you to all those who came to the great birthday celebration last Thursday at Campo di Bocce for Bill S. (91), Rich (90) and Rolando (90).
Surprise 90’s Birthday Party for Three
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Oak Meadow Park is Back in Action
Hello Los Gatos Bocce Club,
After many years we are venturing into the unknown with a stop at Oak Meadow Park! We will be at Oak Meadow this Thursday, May 30th. We have not used this court since the Pandemic when it was closed by the City.
Continue readingBill Flora
May our bocce brother (and father) rest in peace, may the memory of him live forever in our hearts, and may Bill Flora meet with all other brothers for a heavenly game of bocce.
Catholic Charities Tournament 2023
Hello Los Gatos Bocce Club,
Here are some photos from last night’s tournament. Congratulations to our very own LGBC members Duino Giordano and Scott Holt who anchored the winning team “Amici di Aldo.” The team’s name translates to “Friends of Aldo” in memory of Duino’s brother Aldo Giordano. Aldo must have had a hand in the victory too!
Annual BBQ Steak Dinner
2023 annual steak dinner was a hit. As normal, the camaraderie and fellowship was awesome, and stories of old and new all came out. We had a moment of silence for the fellas playing bocce in heaven, we broke bread and enjoyed each other’s company.
Michael Nicosia
Our friend will always live in our memories and hearts. Gone to Petaluma….playing bocce with the fellas in heaven.
From J&A Ross:
Michael Nicosia is a legend among legends in the world of bocce. For those of you who may not have had the privilege of meeting him or may not be aware of how important he was to our game, we would like to share a little bit about the Michael that we came to know and love.
Continue reading19th Annual Over The Hill Tournament
A few of us travelled to Scotts Valley for the 19th almost annual Over The Hill Tournament last Friday. Despite a valiant effort, the Scotts Valley men and women managed to eke out a victory. We were even on games until the fifth game but games do not count. We use a total point format to remove some of the competitiveness and promote a more friendly atmosphere. Scotts Valley did a great job hosting and put on a great event. We will be hosting next year. Here are some photos of the wonderful event.
Arbitro Duties 2014
Yes, bocce is one of the most fun games in the world. Yes, we’re bias. One of the things that makes bocce awesome is Continue reading
Back in Rotation
Coming to you live from Tony’s Court, tonight is the second night we’ve been back in rotation of playing at member home courts. The 2014 schedule has been added to our website (see Schedule in the menu) and as normal there’s plenty of Continue reading
Live from Oak Meadow 2014
Jim Croce playing on the boombox. Minestrone piping hot in a big pot that Chuck brought. Chicken salad smeared on sourdough bread. Hot pepperoni, vegetarian and Ken’s special
