The Friends of the North End Annual Bocce Tournament got under way on Sunday, September 20th at the outdoor courts in the North End. 30 members took part in the annual event. Commissioner Sam Viscione and his assistant Charlie Marino arrived early to groom the courts and set the schedule of matches. Victor Passacantilli was on hand to throw out the first pollino which signaled the start of a new season. The FRIENDS will continue to play matches through the Fall with 6 teams vying for the 2015 Fall championship.
Photo by Arthur A. Lauretano