Staten Island University Hospital outing benefits Staten Island University Hospitals Florina Cancer Center [Video]

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Hundreds of community members gathered to participate in the annual Bocce, Golf, and Tennis Classic, a fundraising event dedicated to supporting the Florina Cancer Center at Staten Island University Hospital (SIUH).

The sold-out event, held at the Richmond County Country Club, showcased the strong community spirit and dedication to enhancing local healthcare services in the borough.

The age old game of bocce is a popular draw year after year at the SIUH Golf, Bocce, Tennis & Pickleball Classic. (Courtesy/SIUH)Staten Island Advance

The first bocce ball rolled at 11 a.m., followed by a shotgun start for golfers at noon.

Players get serious on the bocce court. (Courtesy/SIUH)Staten Island Advance

Golfers enjoyed a day on the links. (Courtesy/SIUH)Staten Island Advance

Golfers on the putting green. (Courtesy/SIUH)Staten Island Advance

Tennis enthusiasts hit the courts at 1 p.m.

Pickleball took the classic by storm. (Courtesy/SIUH)Staten Island Advance

Anthony Santo, who co-chaired the event, enjoyed a game of pickleball. (Courtesy/SIUH)…