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| SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | JULY 2026 | 67 Friends of Bocce As we go to press, the hot dog days of summer are upon us. We suggest that you bring water, hats, umbrellas, and cooling towels to be prepared for warmer temperatures. Teams are always looking for subs during this session. If you are interested in subbing, call Tom Whittington at (925) 826-7657. Subbing is a good way to get into playing Bocce. Dianne Stigall continues to offer Saturday morning play. These classes will offer you a stress free environment to learn the rules of Bocce or to improve your Bocce skills. Everyone is welcome but as a courtesy, call Dianne at (951) 216-5219 if you plan to show up. Play starts at 9:15 am. A new rule regarding the initial throw of the palina (the little white ball) is being implemented this session on a trial basis. The rule states that when a player rolls the palina down the court it must come to rest no less than 11 inches from the side rail. If the palina comes to rest less than 11 inches from the side rail, the referee will measure and move the palina out 11 inches from the side rail. We will keep this rule in effect for the rest of the 2026 season. Every member of the club will have the opportunity to vote on this rule at the General Membership Meeting/Italian Dinner to be held on Sat., Oct. 17. Mark this date on your calendars! I hope everyone understands that these Lifestyles articles are written a month in advance. We encourage all members to keep up to date with the Friends of Bocce news blasts (slfriendsofbocce@gmail. com). Be sure the club has your current email. Tom Whittington (925-826-7657) is the person to contact to update your information. Fun Bocce Factoid: Roman generals actually had to ban soldiers from playing bocce at times because were getting too distracted from their military duties.