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BocceFest a ball of fun in Lewes

The Cape May-Lewes Ferry approaches the terminal as competition begins at BocceFest 2013 Sept. 28 in Lewes. BY NICK ROTH
Nick Roth
October 7, 2013
Steve Minard of Washington D.C. reacts to a poor shot attempt. BY NICK ROTH
Romeo Gamasso of Hockessin takes his turn. BY NICK ROTH
Lauren Richardson of Alexandria, Va., lines up a shot as teammate Sean Cooney of Santa Barbara, Calif., looks on. BY NICK ROTH
Nilesh Agrawal prepares to toss the jack out into play. BY NICK ROTH
Lisa Newnom of Lewes reacts to a good shot. BY NICK ROTH
Ashley Cook of Washington D.C. tries to tell the bocce ball where to stop. BY NICK ROTH
Adam May of Lewes lines up a shot as Stacia Preston of Milton overlooks. BY NICK ROTH
Sarah Parker of Washington D.C. isn't happy with her latest shot attempt. BY NICK ROTH
Steve Minard gives his teammate props after a great shot. BY NICK ROTH
Randy Preston of Milton cheers on his team. BY NICK ROTH

With the Cape May-Lewes Ferry as the backdrop, BocceFest 2013 brought out teams from all over the country to compete in the double-elimination tournament.

The inaugural event was won by Rehoboth-based team Deboccery, who took home $500, four cases of Dogfish Head beer and four Dogfish Head Patagonia backpacks filled with Dogfish merchandise.

The event was organized by Major League Bocce, which was founded as DC Bocce League in 2004 by a group of friends. The first season began with 10 teams and 50 players. As popularity grew, so did the league. It expanded to a year round competition, and events are held inside and outside throughout the year. It has also spread outside the Washington D.C., area, with leagues in Boston, Philadelphia, Dallas and Pittsburgh.

For more information, go to www.majorleaguebocce.com.

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