Story: Disability sport

Boccia

Boccia is a game for people with a physical disability that is similar to lawn bowls and pétanque, The aim is to get a leather ball as close as possible to the jack, using a combination of skill and strategy. Players compete in categories based on their functional ability. Some throw the ball themselves, while others require a ramp and the help of an assistant.

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Ian McDonald, 'Disability sport - Disability and para sports', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/video/3820/boccia (accessed 13 May 2024)

Story by Ian McDonald, published 5 Sep 2013, updated 1 Feb 2022 with assistance from Catriona McBean