Congratulations to our Spring Mixer Champions!
And our second place champs.
What a beautiful day for a championship game! A festive Tiki lunch followed.
This week marks the first games of the competitive Spring Round Robin with a near record 38 teams and over 300 players. We are ready to rumble!
The top teams from each division will compete this week to crown our Spring Mixer champions.
Don’t miss the action—come cheer them on and be part of the excitement!
The Top 8 Division Teams
Monday, May 11, at 10 am – Quarter-Finals – one 60 minute game
Court 1: Coup De Grace vs. Smooth Rollers
Court 3: Lucky Rollers2 vs. Ballets+1
Monday, May 11, at 12:30 pm
Court 1: Bocce Ballers vs. Bills Rollers
Court 3: The Bocce Bunch vs. Ballistics Dept
Tuesday, May 12, at 10 am – Semi-Finals – one 60 minute game
Court 1 winners from Monday’s matches will play on Court 1
Court 3 winners from Monday’s matches will play on Court 3
Wednesday, May 13, at 10 am – Championship – one 60 minute game
Championship match will play on Court 2
Please visit our website for more information about tournaments and events:
The Pallino Post — Your Weekly (or so) Bocce Update
May 6, 2026
It’s the final week of the Spring Mixer! Playoffs begin Monday, May 11 with the championship game on Wednesday. We’ll head to the Gazebo after the final game on Wednesday for the Tiki Lunch celebration at 11:30. If you haven’t signed up yet, contact Barbara Orlando at orlmuh2@comcast.net
Yay! Someone sent me a picture! Here is the Breakfast Club team from the Spring Mixer. They are not in the finals, but they win the award for best breakfast. They are eating donuts! The picture courtesy of Jean Corrigan. Thank, Jean!
Katy, Mary, Miyo, Ron, Sue, Marsha, Laurie, and Jean (Captain).
Breakfast Club
The Bash is Back!
Welcome Julie Moss, our new Bash Director.
Everyone is welcome to attend the Friday bashes from 3 to 5pm at the courts. All three courts are reserved for your casual play. Everyone brings the goodies to eat, so if you plan to partake, please bring a nice appetizer for a dozen or more people. Watch for special themed events as well. I’m sure Julie has some fun ideas for our future bashes.
As always, I welcome any help with pictures, since I am still working and can’t attend the bashes. Thanks!
Skilz Training
Our next Skilz Training is on May 26 at 2:00 for advanced beginners players. This is limited to the first 30 players. Sign up at Advanced Beginners Skilz Class. For questions, contact Jeff Rose at jeffarose11@gmail.com or 408 489-1968.
Friendly Reminders (rules and etiquette)
The rule for ties has slightly changed. If two teams are tied at the end of the game, there will be another full frame (instead of a single roll-off). If this frame also ends in a tie, then there will be a single roll-off.
A message from our board president, Jana King
Bocce here in the Villages, is a game rooted in camaraderie and sportsmanship. Whether you’re playing casually among friends or in a tournament, the spirit of the game depends on mutual respect—especially toward referees, captains, and fellow players.
Referees play a vital role in ensuring fair play. Their decisions may not always please everyone, but they deserve to be treated with courtesy and professionalism. Questioning a call by the referee is part of competition; doing so respectfully is part of good character.
Team captains carry the responsibility of guiding their players and communicating with officials. Supporting captains—both your own and your opponents’—helps maintain order and keeps the game moving smoothly. A respectful exchange between captains sets the tone for everyone on the court.
The number of members who can play in a bocce tournament depends on the number of captains and referees who volunteer. If fewer people volunteer because of unpleasant experiences with unfriendly, uncooperative, or unsportsmanlike players, our tournaments will have to turn more players away.
Most importantly, bocce is about people. Every player deserves to feel welcome, valued, and respected. Celebrating good shots, accepting tough losses, and treating opponents with kindness strengthens the community that makes the game enjoyable.
In the end, how we play matters just as much as the score. Respect keeps the game fair and fun!
Happy Mother’s Day to all!
Questions, comments, or requests can be directed to Vivian Hobbs at vivian@pineconelearning.com.
Sign-ups are closing soon—be sure to register if you’d like to participate.
There are still openings for either Mondays at 12:30 or Wednesdays at 10.
Also, the deadline for captains to sign up is May 7.
📅 Dates: May 18th – June 22nd
🏅 Playoff Dates: June 29th & 30th
🏆 Championship Match: July 1st
⏰ Game Times: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
10:00 AM | 12:30 PM | 3:00 PM
🌸 Whether you’re a returning team ready to pick up where you left off or a new player or team looking to jump in and join the fun, the Spring Round Robin is the perfect opportunity to get involved! This is a great way to enjoy friendly competition, meet fellow players, and make the most of the season.
All skill levels are welcome — so captain’s, gather your team, or sign up as an individual and we’ll help you find a spot. Let’s make this spring one to remember!
🎯Sign Up Deadline: May 18th
📝To Register go to: Captain’s – Spring Round Robin Captains Team Signup
Individuals – Spring Round Robin Individuals Signup
📞 For more information:
Contact: Tim Robinson – 512-964-3989 timrintexas@gmail.com
The 2025 Turkey Trot wrapped up with an incredible finish—a four-way tie for first place. Everyone had the exact same 4-2 record, and after applying the points tiebreaker, the final standings are:
Congratulations to Wrist’s of Glory on a great tournament!
Thank you all for participating in the inaugural Turkey Trot tournament, it was great fun, we tried out several new things that I think will carry into the future. On behalf of the tournament team and the entire Bocce Board of Directors, we wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving and a joyful holiday season. We look forward to welcoming you back in 2026 for another fantastic year of Bocce.
See you on the courts!
Tom Hunt
Tournament Director
