Vientiane 2009 SPORT DISCIPLINES : Petanque

Petanque (pronounced [pe.ta:k] in French) is a form of boules where the goal is, while standing with the feet together in a small circle, to throw metal balls as close as possible to a small wooden ball called a cochonnet (jack). The game is normally played on hard dirt or gravel, but can also be played on grass or other surfaces. Sandy beaches are not suitable. Similar games are bocce and bowls.

Lao National Petanque Federation

President :M. KEOMANY Khammoui
Secretary General :Mr. Khamla VINHLAYTHONG
Address :Ban Pakthang, Sikhottabong District, P.O.BOX 12021. LAO PDR.
Phone / Fax :+856 - 21 550142 / +856 - 21 550413
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