Last year's tournament was held indoors during the festival in February. This year the festival takes it back outside in the month of April at Haynes Park in Rio Rancho. Advance registration is required, and March is sign-up month. That leaves plenty of time to practice, practice, practice and hone your skills.

The tournament runs on Saturday and Sunday, April 18 and 19 with lunch for registered players on Saturday and cash prizes for 1st through 4th places in the finals on Sunday. The fastest growing ball sport in the world, Bocce is fun and easy to learn and play. Everything you need to know is right here http://www.italianfilmfest.org/pdf/bocce_flyer.pdf. Register on-line at http://www.italianfilmfest.org/bocce_form.php or call 505-697-0219. Don't delay! Only 24 teams available.

Source: Italy in New Mexico