Campo di Bocce of Livermore was the site of the 2006 North American Championships. These photos from Richard & Barbara Heisler show off the action and the facility. Eight state-of-the-art bocce courts and fine dining. What could be better? {Click the photo to visit campodibocce.com}

Courts in the fresh air too! USBF's John Ross wrote the captions that follow. "John Dine Jr. demonstrates his expertise on court 5."

"Arbitro (Referee) Toi Silva marks a ball." {That's what we do in international style play. This North American Championship pits USA's best vs. Canada's best.}

"Boccemon Tom McNutt, showing court photos to Americo Rizza of Windsor, Ontario."

"Elizabeth Wong-Fontana and Laura De La Rosa of 3rd place
finisher Team Livermore."

"Mike Grasser of Team Detroit shoots the pallino."

"Barbara Leonardi of Stockton, CA, 'Chairman of the Board'.
Without her there would be chaos!" {Snazzy looking bracket board.}

"The Doctor is in - Dr. Cordano of Team Detroit making a nice point in the triples game of the final match against Quebec."

"Another great shot, 'By Jorge'!" {Jorge Moreno}

"Participation medals and lady's and men's trophies on display."

"Close up of the great medals furnished by Campo di Bocce of Livermore."

"USA Team Detroit with the perpetual trophy. The trophy will stay in the United States for the next two years!"

"A great meal deserves a great dessert! The proud pastry chef presents her work!" {I hear the place is known for its outstanding cuisine as well as for its great bocce venue.}