affairs, and quite rightly so, but at least, at this tournament, the players can enjoy the social side of the game.

Margaret Thomson appreciates the social side of Boccia, more than most. She’s there every Friday, at her South Auckland club, working quietly at improving her game. Her hard work was rewarded on Monday, the last day of the tournament, when she was awarded a special prize. The taxi companies Allways Mobility Services and Auckland Mobility Transport sponsored the prize that recognised the “Spirit of Boccia” and Margaret was the deserved winner.

Forty-seven players rolled their arms over in the singles and forty-two players participated in the pairs. To prove the popularity of the tournament players came from as far away as Northland and Christchurch. As usual the games were played under a handicapped system which made the games more even.

Of course there were winners and also runs but the social side of boccia was the victor on this day.

With so many people volunteering their services it would be impossible to thank everyone, but a special mention must go to Head Referee, Trevor Freeman, who organised the troops and made everything run smoothly.

The 2010 Boccia Holiday Tournament has already been booked for the Allen Brewster Centre for next year’s Anniversary weekend.

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