📅 Event Overview
Dates: Friday, July 18 – Sunday, July 20, 2025
Location: Quinte Sport & Wellness Centre, 265 Cannifton Rd., Belleville, ON K8N0A2
What is Boccia?
Boccia is a precision ball sport similar to bocce, specifically designed for athletes with physical disabilities. The objective is to throw or roll leather balls (red or blue) as close as possible to the target ball, known as the “jack.” It’s a test of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship.
👀 What Spectators Can Expect
High-Level Competition
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Provincial championships featuring qualified athletes in classifications BC1, BC2, BC3, BC4, BC5, Senior Open, and Junior Open.
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Expect elite athletic performances as athletes compete for rankings, medals, and spots on Team Ontario.
Record-Breaking Atmosphere
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The 2024 event in Kingston drew a record crowd and showcased top-tier talent like BC1 Paralympian Lance Cryderman and BC2 bronze winner Dominic Gomez—proof of the event’s rising popularity.
Community and Inclusion
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All levels of boccia (experienced, family, youth) welcome—athletes qualify via regional tournaments and Ontario Parasport Games.
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A “Big Boccia Blowout” family-friendly open competition will run July 17 from 5pm to 7:30pm, featuring casual fun, t-shirts, and a chance for new spectators to try boccia. Click here to learn more.
🗓️ Daily Schedule (Approximate)
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July 18
- 2PM: Opening Ceremonies and first matches for competitive divisions
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Afternoon: Round-robin and elimination rounds
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July 19
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Morning–afternoon: Round-robin and elimination rounds
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July 20
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Finals, bronze/gold medal matches
- 3PM: Medal Ceremony
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🏟️ Venue & Facilities
Quinte Sport & Wellness Centre hosts multiple indoor boccia courts with ample bleacher seating, concessions, and accessible amenities.
Parking & Accessibility: Free on-site parking and fully accessible setup.
🎟️ Admission & Who Should Come
Great for:
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Sport fans: Cheer high-performance boccia athletes.
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Community supporters: Join in celebrating inclusion, competition, and local talent.
Cost:
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Spectator entry is free.
🎉 More Reasons to Join
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Fast-paced matches with tight finishes and impressive skill displays.
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Engaging side events: athlete meet-and-greets, volunteer opportunities (e.g., scorekeepers, timers) where you can get involved. Want to volunteer? Email juliana@ocpsa.com.
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Exclusive merch & food: local vendors, official boccia gear, and snacks on site.
- Merchandise can be purchase by clicking here.
✅ Spectator Check-list
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When: July 18–20; arrive early for best seating.
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Watch: Competitive finals on Sunday.
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Join: Big Boccia Blowout July 17, 5PM to 7:30PM.
Stay Connected
Follow Ontario Cerebral Palsy Sports Association (OCPSA) on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to stay caught up!
Come cheer, connect, and be inspired by the athletes at the Ontario Boccia Championships 2025—an unforgettable weekend of high-performance sport and community spirit in Belleville. See you courtside!
