Two Opportunities to Join Team Bay Area at the 2023 JCC Maccabi Games!
JCC Maccabi Games—Israel
For Jewish Teens Ages 14-17 • July 5-25, 2023
JCC Maccabi Games—Fort Lauderdale, Florida
For Jewish Teens Ages 12-16 • August 6-11, 2023
Each summer, the JCC Maccabi Games bring thousands of Jewish teens together to compete in a variety of sporting events. Hosted by JCC Association of North America in partnership with communities around the country—and this year in Israel, too—the Games offer teens opportunities to compete in team or individual sports and participate in social activities and social action projects rooted in Jewish values. Plus, the Games offer Jewish teens a rich opportunity to make lifelong friendships, and feel the lasting value of community involvement, teamwork, and Jewish pride.
Be a part of Team Bay Area’s delegation to either Games!
Read the Team Bay Area info packet here.
You can also watch the recording of the Team Bay Area Info Session.
Interested in joining us in Israel? Submit your application here. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Be Part of the Peninsula–Palo Alto Delegation To 2023’s JCC Maccabi Games®
For Jewish Teens Ages 12-16
Fort Lauderdale, Florida • August 6 – 11, 2023
As part of the Peninsula–Palo Alto Delegation, you and other teens from the PJCC and Oshman Family JCC in Palo Alto will compete in a variety of sports, including baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, swimming, volleyball, star reporter, and more. You’ll also enjoy social events, as well as a meaningful day devoted to social action.
Sign Up for JCC Maccabi Games: Fort Lauderdale!
Questions? Contact Nicole Francis at nfrancis@pjcc.org
- About JCC Maccabi Games
- Dan Cook Achievement Award
Since 1982, each summer the Games bring over 6,000 Jewish teens together to compete in a variety of sporting events. This year’s sports include basketball, e-sports, soccer, baseball, lacrosse, flag football, volleyball, dance, swimming, tennis, table tennis, and track & field.
But the JCC Maccabi Games is much more than just an athletic competition. The Games offer Jewish teens a rich opportunity to make lifelong friendships, and promote community involvement, teamwork, and Jewish pride.
The PJCC delegation to the JCC Maccabi Games is underwritten in part by a generous donation from the Koret Foundation.
Dan Cook Achievement Award
The Dan Cook Achievement Award is given to teens for serving as an inspiration to other Jewish athletes, as well as demonstrating their leadership in and commitment to the Jewish community at large.
2019 Award Recipients
Roei Z. has participated in the JCC Maccabi Games for the past 4 years (since he was 12!). As a member of our boys soccer team, Roei shows tremendous leadership on and off the field. On the field, Roei has grown into a talented soccer player. He can be found giving it his all until the very end of the game, encouraging his teammates to do the same regardless if the outcome does not look positive. Off the field, Roei is actively participating in all that the Maccabi Games offers (including Hang Time and JCC Cares), often bringing new members of our delegation or teens from other delegations with him. Roei has one more year with the delegation and we can’t wait to see what he has in store for his last year!
Simon I. has participated in the Maccabi Games for the past two years. Coaches were quickly impressed by his maturity. As the only baseball player in his division, coaches could rely on Simon to communicate his whereabouts and changes to his schedule. Simon also immerses himself into the Games, quickly forming close bonds with his teammates and other members of the Peninsula–Palo Alto delegation. Even when playing on a team that doesn’t win any games, Simon always tries his hardest on field (and with a big smile on his face!). As one of the older teens in our delegation, Simon is a great role model to the younger members of our delegation. We’re excited to see what Simon brings to the delegation for his final year participating in the Games!
2018 Award Recipients
Lily J. is a three-year Maccabi Games participant, competing in Girls Soccer. She has been an asset to our delegation on and off the field, leading everyone to become the best versions of themselves. Lily exudes kindness, making quality contributions to the local Jewish community through her volunteer work and involvement with Jewish youth groups.
Noah K. participated in his first Maccabi Games in Orange County this past summer. The coaches were impressed with his commitment to the Games. Noah shared his enthusiasm for the Games with his teammates on his U16 boys soccer team and fellow members of the delegation. He was a great role model for younger members of our delegation.
2017 Award Recipients
Jordan L. is a two-year Maccabi Games participant, competing in swim. He is an innate leader, especially among the younger participants, encouraging others (as well as himself) to perform their best. Jordan represents the Jewish community well through his maturity and leadership.
Jason R. participated in his first Maccabi Games this past summer. He has relentless positivity both on and off the basketball court. When not competing, Jason could be found supporting other members of the delegation at their competitions. His inclination to support his Delegation was contagious, prompting other athletes to follow in his footsteps.
