Linda Balestracci, R, reacts to her throw as she plays bocce with friends Vincent Laurello, L, and Debby Riccio at the Chittenden Park bocce courts on July 10, 2023. Wesley Bunnell / The Courier

Vincent Laurello throws while playing bocce with friends Debby Riccio and Linda Balestracci, not pictured, at the Chittenden Park bocce courts on July 10, 2023. Wesley Bunnell / The Courier

Debbie Robinson, center, throws while playing bocce with friends Pat Capone, L, and Joanne Galluzzo at the Chittenden Park bocce courts on July 10, 2023. Wesley Bunnell / The Courier