Boccia Canada News

Ottawa, ON (March 20, 2017) – The Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association (CCPSA) is pleased to announce that long-time boccia volunteer and official Donna Zorn, is the newest member of the CCPSA’s Hall of Fame. Established in 2005, the CCPSA Hall of Fame recognizes and honours CCPSA athletes, coaches, officials, builders, and teams who have…

Longueuil, QC (March 19, 2017) – It was a thrilling final day on the boccia courts wrapping up the 2017 Canadian Boccia Championships.  Each athlete was pushed to their limits with a total of 117 games being played over the last three days. Veteran BC1 athlete Eric Lefebvre (Quebec) quickly drew the attention of the…

Longueuil, QC (March 18, 2017) – Following the first day of individual competition at the Canadian Boccia Championships ten athletes head into day two undefeated. The game of the day was between young Rio Paralympic rookie Marylou Martineau (Quebec) and two time Paralympic medalist Alison Kabush (British Columbia). Kabush, a veteran athlete who had stepped…

Longueuil, QC (March 17, 2017) – A high calibre team and pair competition kicked off the 2017 Canadian Boccia Championships today. With 5 provinces represented this weekend, competition is fierce and rivalries are fueled. It was a historic day for Newfoundland, going undefeated in the team division to win their first ever gold medal. The…

Longueuil, QC (March 15, 2017) – Athletes from across Canada will be gathering in Lonqueuil, Quebec to battle for a spot on the podium at the 2017 Canadian Boccia Championships. This weekend will see both experienced and rookie athletes hit the court with gold on their minds. Boccia Canada Council Chair, Gary Vander Vies comments,…