Unified Bocce Teams Compete at York League Playoffs

Teams from New Oxford, Susquehannock, and Red Lion participated in the tournament on February 17.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

High school unified bocce teams from New Oxford, Susquehannock, and Red Lion competed in the York League Playoffs at Spring Grove Area High School on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The New Oxford team won the gold medal, while Red Lion took home the silver and bronze medals.

Why it matters

Unified sports programs like bocce provide opportunities for students with and without intellectual disabilities to compete together, promoting inclusion and sportsmanship. The York League Playoffs showcase the growth and popularity of these programs in the local community.

The details

The unified bocce teams from the three high schools competed in matches throughout the day, with players taking turns rolling the balls and working together to score points. Officials were on hand to measure and determine the outcomes of close rolls. In the end, the New Oxford team emerged victorious, while Susquehannock finished fourth and Red Lion claimed the silver and bronze medals.

  • The York League Playoffs took place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The players

New Oxford High School

The unified bocce team from New Oxford High School won the gold medal at the York League Playoffs.

Susquehannock High School

The unified bocce team from Susquehannock High School finished fourth at the York League Playoffs.

Red Lion High School

The unified bocce teams from Red Lion High School won the silver and bronze medals at the York League Playoffs.

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What’s next

The winning teams from the York League Playoffs will advance to the state-level competition later this year.

The takeaway

The success of the unified bocce programs in the York League demonstrates the positive impact these inclusive sports initiatives can have on fostering community, sportsmanship, and opportunities for students of all abilities.