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2026-03-30 13:03 Maccabiah

Maccabiah 2026 Preparations Continue as Planned

Despite the challenges facing Jewish communities around the world, preparations for the Maccabiah 2026 are moving forward in full swing – both in Israel and beyond.

Confidence and Support

During a recent Zoom meeting of Heads of Delegation, Maccabi World Union and Maccabiah CEO Roy Hessing emphasised that registration numbers remain stable. This reflects a high level of commitment and trust from communities worldwide.
"We receive daily enquiries from athletes who express their desire to come to Israel, despite the difficult situation," he noted. "They share their support and determination, and that gives us the strength to continue our work."

Registration Deadline Extended

To allow more athletes the opportunity to take part in the upcoming Games, the deadline for submitting the EF3 form has been extended to 15 April 2026.

Possible Adjustments

According to Maccabiah Chairman Assaf Goren, possible adjustments to the structure of the Games are currently being considered in light of the current situation.
"We are approaching the necessary preparations responsibly, with caution and close attention to developments," he stated. "Our goal is to make the Maccabiah a meaningful, well-organised and unifying event for all delegations and participants. After the Passover holiday, we will reassess – in light of developments – the format, scale and any necessary adjustments to the Maccabiah."

Our Spirit of Unity

Despite the difficult times for Jewish communities around the world, our Maccabi spirit – unity, resilience and hope – matters more than ever. We look forward to the upcoming Maccabiah as a significant moment of connection, pride and joy for all of us.

Maccabi BY: A Time of Growth and New Opportunities

While the world prepares for the main sporting event, Maccabi BY is actively expanding. Athletes from a wide range of disciplines are joining our team – from basketball to flag football, hockey and billiards. We welcome everyone who shares our values and wants to be part of a larger movement.
We continue to train, strengthen our team spirit and build plans for the future. And who knows – perhaps very soon, our athletes will get the chance to make their mark on the international stage that the Maccabi movement opens up.