Israeli Sports

Israel U19 Women's team exit FIBA World Cup in dramatic loss against Portugal

Israel’s Under-19 Women’s National Team adventure at the FIBA World Cup came to an end this Wednesday with a heartbreaking 83-80 loss to Portugal.

 Portugal celebrates on the court after beating Israel 83-80 on Wednesday in a tight round-of-16 match at the FIBA Under-19 World Cup in the Czech Republic.

Israel crushes Romania by 51 to reach U20 EuroBasket quarterfinals

 ARIEL SELA (with ball) and Israel won their fourth straight game at the Under-20 EuroBasket by beating Romania 119-68 in the last-16 on Wednesday in Crete.

Israeli U-19 Women’s National Team sets sights on US after mixed FIBA start

 ISRAEL’S UNDER-19 women’s national team is competing this week at the FIBA World Cup in the Czech Republic.

Israel to compete in Gymnastics World Cup despite controversial blockade

Artem Dolgopyat, who won Olympic gold in Tokyo, silver in Paris, and the floor exercise at the Worlds two years ago, is among Israel’s potential competitors in Jakarta.

Israel rolls past Poles, stays perfect at U20 EuroBasket

In its third win in as many days, Sharon Avrahami’s squad overcame an early deficit and used a spectacular 24-0 run bridging the second and third quarters to take control of the game.

 ISRAEL GUARD Omer Mayer had 24 points and 11 assists to pace the blue-and-white to a 91-75 victory over Poland at Under-20 EuroBasket in Crete on Monday.

Beersheba beats Maccabi Tel Aviv to capture Cup

Now the Reds will turn their sights on advancing to the second round of Europa League qualifying when they host Levski Sofia in Hungary on Thursday.

 Hapoel Beersheba Israel soccer story by Joshua Haickman on Page 8 – Picture of Hapoel Beersheba celebrating after winning the Super Cup over Maccabi Tel Aviv

Rising star Alon Michaeli anchors Israel in surging Under-20 EuroBasket quest

While many eyes will be on Purdue’s Mayer, who starred at the recent Under-19 World Championship, Michaeli will play a critical and perhaps under-the-radar role.

 Alon Michaeli Israel Under-20 basketball interview by Joshua Halickman on Page 8 – 2 Pictures – One of Israel's Alon Michaeli playing defense

Israel routs Finnish national team at U20 EuroBasket

Israel’s U20 team is building on the momentum of the country’s strong showing at the recent FIBA U19 World Cup.

 ISRAEL GUARD Shachar Doron scored 10 points in the blue-and-white’s 88-69 victory over Finland to improve to 2-0 at the U20 EuroBasket.

Israeli wheelchair tennis star Guy Sasson dedicates Wimbledon quads doubles victory to Israel

After the final, Sasson addressed the crowd in a victory speech that was broadcast live on the BBC, ending with a Hebrew quote from the Torah.

 Israeli Wheelchair tennis player Guy Sasson.

Euroleague CEO Motiejunas reaffirms commitment to pair of Israeli teams

“I think in the upcoming season we focus on three main elements: growth, stability, and purpose,” Motiejunas began.

 BY WINNING the EuroCup last season, Hapoel Tel Aviv (in red) will join Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Euroleague, marking an historic moment for Israeli basketball.

Hapoel Tel Aviv boosts squad with former Euroleague stars

Hapoel Tel Aviv continues to strengthen its roster with star players, aiming to conquer the country and potentially make a historic run in Europe.

Chris Jones (left) and Tyler Ennis (right) are expected to be key pieces of Hapoel Tel Aviv’s Euroleague debut this season.

Maccabi Tel Aviv reveals former European basketball star as new GM

Maccabi’s new veteran Italian GM is tasked with rebuilding the yellow-and-blue amid war-related challenges, while still aiming for all in Europe.

  Former European star Claudio Coldebella brings passion, philosophy, and optimism to Tel Aviv in his new role as Maccabi’s general manager.

Israeli wheelchair tennis star Guy Sasson all set for Wimbledon

Overcoming challenges is what Sasson, 45, does best. Since a snowboarding accident left him paralyzed 10 years ago, he has become one of the top wheelchair tennis players in the world.

WHILE HAVING conquered the red clay of Roland Garros, Israeli wheelchair tennis star Guy Sasson knows that Wimbledon’s grass is a different ballgame.

Foreign players and league structure reforms approved across Israeli soccer

The reform expands the foreign player quota in the Israeli Premier League and restructures the domestic league system.

 THE LANDSCAPE of Israeli soccer could change drastically with the various changes that were approved by the Israel Football Association this week.