What an amazing week of athleticism, camaraderie, sportsmanship and exemplification of Jewish pride!Congratulations to all of our athletes and thank you to all the family, friends and supporters in Ruhpolding and back home cheering us on!We cannot thank our sponsor, @mammutna enough for the incredible shell jackets and snow pants. To the athletes, the leaders and the difference makers:Happy National Girls and Women in Sports Day! Athletes will be required to participate in at least one skills assessment. Though there is no snow here in Ruhpolding, today still brought some beautiful Bavarian views and of course, we had to try some Bavarian pretzels. The 2022 Maccabiah Games (Hebrew: 2022) took place in Israel from July 1425, 2022, and are also referred to as the 21st Maccabiah Games (Hebrew: -21). Phone: 215.561.6900 Swimming. The JCC Maccabi Experience July 31 - August 5, 2022. [18], Israeli Olympian and European Championships bronze medalist Lihie Raz swept the artistic gymnastics open womens events, winning six gold medals. [2][14], United States President Joe Biden attended the opening ceremonies, cheering on the US delegation of 1,400 athleteslarger than the US delegation to the 2020 Summer Olympics. Scholarship information and application will be sent upon appointment to the team. JCC Maccabi Games Israel July 5-25, 2023 $4,500* Ages: 14-17 Register Sports offered: baseball, [] Read More 33 Basketball. USA Medal Count: 8Sergio Bicas: Bronze: 49+ 5KM Cross Country SprintBronze: Laser Biathlon TeamSamuel Gurarie: Silver: Open 5KM Cross Country SprintSilver: Laser Biathlon TeamVictor Gurarie: Gold: 49+ 5KM Cross Country SprintSilver: Laser Biathlon TeamAlexandra Roberts: Silver: Women`s Free Style Bronze Level Stephanie Dahan: Bronze: Women`s Free Style Masters Level #maccabiusa #jewishsports #jewishpride #makkabideutschland #mammutna #jewishpride #community #laserbiathlon #figureskating #bavariancurling #crosscountrysprint5K #maccabichai #buildingjewishpridethroughsports #wintergames #usaalltheway Day 2 here in Ruhpolding saw our athletes practicing figure skating to Bavarian curling, snow volleyball, alpine skiing to the cross country 5k sprint race. Beyond the athletic competition, the Games promote . Watch our recap video to get a feel for the athlete experience and see why this Jewish journey leaves such a positive and lasting impact on our youth. The mission of the JCC Maccabi Games states that the program is a Jewish event for Jewish teenagers with the intent to foster long-lasting memories and identification with organized Jewish community groups as well as identification with Israel. Maccabi Winter Games; FAQ Winter Games 2023; PanAm Games 2023; Alumni Section. While all the talk this weekend will be about the Eagles and Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII, Maccabi Media corespondent Zach Gershman caught up with Doug Gottlieb on Radio Row. Tryouts . Maccabi USA Builds Jewish Pride Through Sports. Basketball. For important COVID-19 information Click Here. Thanks again to our friends @mammutna for the clutch gear! The San Diego Games will feature such Team Sports as Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Ice Hockey, Soccer, and Volleyball. Doug talked about his favorite moments from the Maccabiah and covering the big game. While the proper pronunciation for the global movement using sports to engage the Jewish People is officially Muh-cah-bee, many people say it differently. The JCC Maccabi Games aim to foster a strong Jewish identity among all of its participants. Official Twitter account of Maccabi USA. Team Sports Include: Baseball. Israeli former Olympic judo medalist Arik Zeevi served as Maccabiah Chairman. Masters athletes and all volunteer positions are not eligible for scholarships. These events each aim to bring the San Diego Jewish Community together for a week of spirit and celebration. Provide feedback on social events such as Hang-Time, JCC Cares Activities, and more! [7][8], Among other Olympic and world champions, swimmer Mark Spitz won 10 Maccabiah gold medals before earning his first of nine Olympic gold medals. Held in July, around 2,100 athletes from 40 different nations compete in a total of 19 disciplines at the European Maccabi Games. MUSA is rated as a three-star non-profit by Charity Navigator. Quick Apply! ISRAEL | July 5-25, 2023. What are the requirements to participate as a JCC Maccabi Games athlete orJCC Maccabi Access participant?1. Fax: 215.561.5470 "We are thrilled to announce the return of the JCC . Maccabi Media Program; Maccabi USA @Home; Job Opportunities; Contact; Athlete Section. The 2022 JCC Maccabi Games, which runs through Friday, also mark the 40 th anniversary of the games. See you in Sun Valley, ID.#MaccabiUSA #makkabideutschland #mammutna #ConfidentlyGo #MaccabiGermanyWinterGames #makkabichai #sports #alps #winter #bavariancurling #icedance #crosscountryskiing #laserbiathlon #snowvolleyball #figureskating #slalom #parallelslalom #giantslalom #alpineskiing #alps #community #wintergames #Ruhpolding #kitzbhel #jewishathletes #wintersports #jewishpride We are excited to continue our new series of first-person accounts of the Maccabiah written by Maccabi USA delegation members! Smoking, drug and alcohol use and theft are strictly prohibited. July 14, 2022. 1511 Walnut Street Suite 401 | Philadelphia, PA 19102 Jewish teens who are residence of the Greater San Diego area between the ages of 12-16 as of July 31, 2022, can participate in the JCC Maccabi Games and Access. 3 days left to strengthen the ties between our athletes and their heritage as we tie up the year and the Weitzman match! 2. Olympic-style sporting events, including competitions, opening and closing ceremonies, large cultural events, and more. Do I need to be Jewish to participate in the JCC Maccabi Games?Yes, all JCC Maccabi Games athletes, JCC Maccabi, and Access participants must have at least one Jewish parent. The 2022 JCC Maccabi Games and Access will also include Olympic-style opening and closing ceremonies and a community service day. Soccer. The event is open to Jewish . Night 8 / Introducing our New Logo!Our Hanukkah gift to you is our Maccabi USA star, which symbolizes our core values. The following countries (and number of athletes from each) are participating in the 2022 Maccabiah Games:[25], The Games took place at venues in a total of 18 Israeli cities. , With 2023 now upon us, that means we`re less than a year away from the start of the Pan American Maccabi Games in December! ARE YOU IN? We look forward to more alumni events with Israel Bonds across the USA! Athletes and all credentialed adults are subject to penalties for willful violations of the policies governing the Games. Team San Diego is for athletes who reside in the greater San Diego area. 21st Maccabiah Testimonials; Photo Gallery. the World Maccabiah Games; Hebrew: , or ; sometimes referred to as the "Jewish Olympics"), first held in 1932, are an international Jewish and Israeli multi-sport event held quadrennially in Israel. [21] Israeli Bar Soloveychik won a gold medal while breaking the record that had stood for 33 years in the 400m freestyle. "It's basically like the Jewish Olympics," said Shara Reiss, early intervention specialist at the JCC of Greater Columbus. Larry Slater Photo Galleries; Maccabi Media Coverage. A deposit of $150 is required to participate in tryouts and other pre-Maccabi Experience activities. Individual sports competitions will include Dance, eSports, Golf, Tennis, Table Tennis, and Swimming. Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the United States Team that will compete at the 21st Maccabiah Games to be held in Israel, July 12-26, 2022! These sentiments are shared throughout the week during unique experiences designed to strengthen the Jewish bond between people, the community, and Israel. Some select teams may have training in the United States before leaving for Israel. Registration fee will be $5,000 based on double-room occupancy with another team member (before the $6,000 donation and airfare). Assist in creating your uniforms and swag. The 2022 JCC Maccabi Games and Access will call San Diego home for just the second time in the history of the competition, with more than 1,500 participants, ranging from 12 to 16 years old. A deposit of $150 is required to participate in tryouts and other pre-Maccabi Experience activities. The JCC Maccabi Games, a week-long Olympic-style sports competition, began in 1982. Read about how a very special engagement was made even more magical with Jordan`s very first gold medal at the Maccabiah.Read more on our website We are excited to continue our new series of first-person accounts of the Maccabiah written by Maccabi USA delegation members! The JCC Maccabi Games have been offering a life-and personality-shaping experience to Jewish teenagers since 1982. Click here to register for tryouts! Competition is open to Jewish athletes from around the world and to all Israeli citizens, regardless of their religion, divided into four categories - Open, Junior . These events each aim to bring the San Diego Jewish Community together for a week of spirit, friendship, and celebration. We love wearing it!Shabbat Shalom from beautiful Ruhpolding.#MaccabiUSA #makkabideutschland #shabbatshalom #mammutna #MaccabiGermanyWinterGames #makkabichai #sports #alps #winter #bavariancurling #icedance #figureskating #community #wintergames #jewishathletes #wintersports #jewishpride A little #TBT for everyone: In November, Maccabi USA partnered with Israel Bonds on a Young Professionals event at Barclays Center to watch the NBAs only Israeli player, Deni Avdija, and the Washington Wizards take on the Brooklyn Nets. The atmosphere of JCC Maccabi Games and ArtsFest and its significance as a truly Jewish event will be enhanced if both participants and spectators have an understanding of and a commitment to following the Rachmanus Rule. The San Diego Games will feature such Team Sports as Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Ice Hockey, Soccer, and Volleyball. Baseball Baseball: Schedule Baseball: Roster Baseball: News Basketball (M) . Lashon Harah (slander, gossip, trash talk), putting down other athletes or artists, making fun of a weaker team or athlete, making fun of an artist or specialty shows a lack of Rachmanus. Do I need to be a member of LFJCC to participate?No, this program is offered to Jewish teens ages 12-16. [26][32] The following are the venues of the Maccabiah events, and the events held at them, throughout the country:[33], Athletes at the Games are competing in 29 different sports, encompassing a total of 42 disciplines. First Maccabi club established in Constantinople (modern Istanbul, Turkey) after its founders were expelled from the German gymnastic club Teutonia.. Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the United States Team that will compete at the 21st Maccabiah Games to be held in Israel, July 12-26, 2022! The Maccabi Media Program (MMP) is recruiting a team of aspiring sports media professionals to cover the Pan American Maccabi Games in Argentina this winter. Coaches Dinner. European delegations send their best Jewish sportsmen and women to compete. If you are interested in becoming a JCC Maccabi Teen Ambassador, please reach out to Jason Lobenstein atjasonl@lfjcc.org. Fax: 215.561.5470 Ice Hockey, Juniors, Finals CAN-USA, July 22nd . This year's JCC Maccabi Games will bring Team Springfield to Israel (July 5 - 25, 2023 for ages 14 - 17) and Ft. Lauderdale, FL (August 6 - 11, 2023 for ages 12 - 16). The JCC Maccabi Games is a weeklong Olympic-style sporting event complete with opening and closing ceremonies, passing of the torch and Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals for Jewish Teens ages 13-16. Athletes from JCCs across the Mid-Atlantic will be participating and you will be able to make new friends ranging as far north as Connecticut and as far south as Virginia. The 21st Maccabiah is officially in 2022! For interested Masters team members, there will also be an option to attend the end portion of Israel Connect. *Juniors, Youth, Open, and Para athletes can leave as early as July 3 for training camp prior to the Games. VP Games Ashley Kochman Athletic Director. Make your own land arrangements for a registration fee of $3,500 (before the $6,000 donation and airfare). Highlights will include: Copyright 2023 Privacy Policy JCC Association. Atlanta proudly hosted the JCC Maccabi Games in 2001 and in 2019bringing the metro Atlanta community together in an unforgettable experience. Articles & Recaps . is mandatory. On May 7th, 2023, the Mid-Atlantic Mini and Junior JCC Maccabi Games are back in Baltimore, MD. Ice Hockey Galleries. More About Coach Will. Whether you were in Israel with us and want to get a new point-of-view or you were back home and want to hear more about the impact of the Maccabiah on our team, we`ve got you covered. JCC Association and the Operations and Support Team (OST) of the JCC Maccabi Games have developed a Code of Conduct that outlines expected behavior for athletes and adults at the Games. I love Maccabi, We hosted 3 very lovely young ladies from New Orleans. Competition will be held in the following sports: Mini Maccabi Ages 9-10 and Junior Maccabi Ages 11-12. JCC Maccabi 2023 Is Going to Israel and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida! If you are interested in trying out for our teams, please fill out our form here. The Junior Maccabi Games is a one-day athletic competition for Jewish boys & girls ages 11-12 as of May 1, the year of the Games. We welcome participants of all abilities/skill levels, sexual/gender orientations, and levels of Jewish observance. The Maccabiah Games are open to Jewish athletes from around the world, and to all Israeli citizens regardless of their religion. The Mid-Atlantic Mini & Junior Maccabi Games is a one day tournament for Jewish athletes who are 9-12. Sports Offered: Baseball, Basketball, Ice Hockey . ARE YOU IN? . The first round of medals have officially been awarded at the Maccabi Germany Winter Games! Also in attendance at the games, which were held July 31 to Aug. 5, were seven coaches and one delegation head from the Baltimore area. Phone: 215.561.6900 | Fax: 215.561.5470 | Email:maccabi@maccabiusa.com, 1511 Walnut Street Suite 401 Basketball; Catchball; . The Maccabi Youth Games are being hosted by Maccabi World Union in Israel July 23 - August 1, 2018. Let our athletes, coaches, and staff tell you how the Maccabiah impacted their journeys. To participate in the Games, athletes must be at least 13 years old and CANNOT have turned 17 years old as of July 31 the year of the Games. JCC Maccabi Access is for athletes with cognitive and developmental disabilities who will be competing in their own tournament parallel to the Games athletes (Ages are 12-22). As one of the largest elite competitions, the Maccabiah has grown to over 9,000 [] Register for tryouts! With antisemitism and anti-Israelism on the rise, our role in building connections to Israel, pride in Judaism, and connection to global Jewish peoplehood is more important than ever.Thank you for your continued support to build Jewish pride through sports. [23] Lithuanian Alan Plavin won bronze medals in men's singles and men's doubles. Access Games. Philadelphia, PA 19102 Mazel Tov to all of our athletes who have competed thus far! [13] Israeli gymnasts and Olympic champions Linoy Ashram and Artem Dolgopyat lit the ceremonial torch at the opening ceremony. All other athletes please find your delegation here. [10][11][12] At the 2017 Maccabiah Games, the nations that won the most medals were Israel, the United States, Australia, Canada, and Hungary. [4] Approximately 10,000 athletes from 80 countries competed in 42 sports categories. For more information, please contact Mackenzie Mager, Associate Program Officer at mmager@maccabiusa.com or 215.561.6900. Maccabi Canada is pleased to announce the athletes selected for the Junior Boys Baseball team set to compete in the 21st Maccabiah Games in Israel from July 12-26, 2022. Thanks again to our friends @mammutna for the clutch gear! The Maccabi Games, held every four years in Israel, are the third-largest sporting event in the world behind only the Olympic Games and World Cup in total number of competitors. Please refer to the above link for additional information. Check out some clips from opening ceremony. We encourage you to try out for more than one sport or art specialty. 185.222.158.33 Chag Sameach! Maccabi Haifa is coming off of a 3-1 loss . They bonded with my children and made what I hope are life-long friendships., Our family really enjoyed the whole JCC Maccabi experience! Your support will strengthen Jewish . In total, more than 1,500 participants . The Maccabi USA delegation to the 20th Maccabiah in the summer of 2017 numbered 1,131 members, the largest traveling delegation in the history of not just Jewish sporting events but all international multi-sport competitions. We especially were very proud to house two Canadian girls for the week! The Games are overseen by Maccabi World Union. Maccabi Canada is considering participation in the following sports. Maccabi USA envisions a world where sports serve as a galvanizing force in strengthening Jewish pride, connection, and community. The European Maccabi Games are held every four years, two years after the Maccabiah is held. We will field teams based on interest, so if you are interested in getting involved with Team Greater Washington, please let us know now! Stay tuned for competition results starting tomorrow! Learn More . Maccabi USA's flag bearer at the 21st Maccabiah provided a matching gift of $4.5M that spurred $2.5M in additional donations and is the largest gift . The JCC Maccabi Games aim to foster a strong Jewish identity among all of its participants. Coaches, Managers and Medical team members will also have the same date commitments. Some select teams may have training in the United States before leaving for Israel. [21] Israeli Olympian and national record holder Gal Cohen Groumi won the mens 100m butterfly; he was at the time a rising sophomore at the University of Michigan and finished 10th in the 100 fly at the 2022 NCAA Division I Championships. Beyond the athletic competition, The Games promote community-involvement, teamwork, and pride in being Jewish. Generations of young Jewish athletes in financial need can now enjoy a life-changing Maccabiah experience thanks to iconic shoe designer and 4-time Maccabi USA Table Tennis alum, Stuart Weitzman. Keep up with the USA delegation throughout the week for more updates from the Winter Games. 9200 Dufferin Street PO Box 20090 Carrville PO Concord, ON L4K 0C8 (Canada Post Only) All athletes must be Jewish, which is defined as follows: One of the athlete's parents is Jewish and the . For athletes, the cost will be $550 for LFJCC Members and $650 for Non-Members. Ice Hockey. When the 2022 JCC Maccabi Games take place in San Diego this summer, four local teens will be competing against Jewish athletes from around the world. It was a true JCC Maccabi moment., Copyright 2021 All rights reserved. This week, we hear from Matt Rosen, one of our Accommodations Managers from St. Petersburg, FL! Local athletes and artists are asked to host 2 or more visiting participants. The 2022 JCC Maccabi Games & Access will call San Diego home for just the second time in the history of the competition, with more than 1,500 participants, ranging from 12 to 16 years old. To the athletes, the leaders and the difference makers: Today and everyday, we remember the millions of lives that were lost. Will there be practices and rehearsals?Yes, each coach will determine their own practice or rehearsal schedule. Athletes wore their apparel proudly everyday and we are honored to have our new logo featured for the first time at a Games on Mammut apparel! Help Maccabi Canada ensure that no member of the Canadian Delegation is unable to participate due to the inability to pay. The San Diego Games will feature such team sports as baseball, basketball, softball, ice hockey, dance, lacrosse, soccer, and volleyball. Generations of young Jewish athletes in financial need can now enjoy a life-changing Maccabiah experience thanks to iconic shoe designer and 4-time Maccabi USA Table Tennis alum, Stuart Weitzman. In summer 2023, 3,000 Jewish teen athletes, ages 12-17 and representing communities from across the globe, will come together to experience the magic of JCC Maccabi, the worlds largest Jewish youth sports event. Athletes should contact their local Jewish Community Center to find out if the JCC is taking a delegation to the Games in August. Presented by JCC Association of North America, the Games are the largest organized Jewish teen sports event in North America. Blowing out a much weaker team for the sake of scoring points is contrary to the spirit of the JCC Maccabi Games and shows a lack of Rachmanus (mercy/compassion). Due to inclement weather on the mountain, the slalom ski event scheduled for today was postponed to Sunday.Here`s a peak of the amazing venue and pictures from yesterdays competition for alpine skiing in Kitzbhel, Austria. 4.3.1 If the umpire's decision to call a game would cause the score to revert and change the outcome, the game becomes a suspended game and either continues to completion If you want to learn more about the JCC Maccabi Games in Israel or Fort Lauderdale or be placed on our Maccabi-specific mailing list click here! [19] World champion bronze medalist Andrey Medvedev was part of the Team Israel squad that won the gold medal in the open mens team. Information and pricing TBD. Alex Brainis Chair Athletic Committee . Athlete Information; Staff Information; Sports Information; Frequently Asked Questions; Participants Costs and Policies Community Sports Programs. No, this program is offered to Jewish teens ages 12-16. The deposit will be applied to the total cost of the games. Phone: 215.561.6900 We look forward to more alumni events with Israel Bonds across the USA! The dead of winter. The deposit will be applied to the total cost of the games. U16 2006-2007. 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Immersive Experience Grants from the San Diego Jewish Teen Initiative can be applied towards the 2022 JCC Maccabi Experience. There will be a Maccabi Games this summer in San Diego. The Games Include. I met such great friends that I will hopefully keep in touch with for years to come. Maccabi Tel Aviv. The games include competitions in baseball, basketball, flag football, ice hockey, soccer, volleyball, dance, tennis . Maccabi USA remains committed to our core values and is excited to unveil our new look that incorporates them into our visual identity.The new Maccabi USA logo is a Star of David made of intertwining red, white and blue ribbons representing the Israeli flag and the American flag. The JCC Maccabi Games are an Olympic-style sporting competition held each summer in North America. Serious disciplinary problems rarely arise at the JCC Maccabi Games because the Code of Conduct is taken seriously and we promote zero tolerance for significant violations of the outlined rules and regulations. Maccabi Info Session Zoom Recording After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore sent 44 teen athletes to compete in the 2022 JCC Maccabi Games in San Diego. On the field, athletes participate in one of 16 sports. ET, Wednesday Oct. 5 at Allianz Stadium as part of the ongoing Champions League group stage action. Check back in with us on Sunday for the final day of competition.Thank you again to @mammutna for our amazing team apparel. Join Maccabi Media in Argentina this winter. An unforgettable tour of Israels most culturally, religiously, and historically significant sites. Table Tennis. Though there is no snow here in Ruhpolding, today still brought some beautiful Bavarian views and of course, we had to try some Bavarian pretzels. Argentina, 93-49 Hard to believe we are already done with the fourth day of competition here in Ruhpolding! This year's competition, which runs from July 31 to Aug. 5, will mark the games' 40th anniversary. Keep up with the USA delegation throughout the week for more updates from the Winter Games. Your year-end donation may be tax deductible for you and has the power to create Jewish leaders of tomorrow. The Maccabiah is a celebration of Jewish unity, culture, and heritage through world athletic competition. Head Tennis Coach . MetroWest typically takes teams in . For more information about how you can participate, please complete this interest form. JCC Maccabi Games JCC Maccabi ArtsFest JCC Maccabi Israel. Selected Teams For The Maccabiah Games. It's now 2022. Join more than 250 teen athletes as part of Team San Diego for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Check out some clips from opening ceremony. "I want to Check out our Facebook page to look back on our experience and stay up to date with Team Philadelphia! Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page.