2024 JCC Maccabi Games

Established in 1982, the JCC Maccabi Games were designed to:

Provide Jewish youth with a supportive environment that fosters mutual respect and sportsmanship, where they can interact in an atmosphere of fun, democracy and peace
Cultivate a deeper understanding and instill an appreciation of Jewish values
Promote and encourage the health, physical fitness and well-being of Jewish youth through participation in recreational and athletic activities
Learn the values of teamwork, integrity, cultural pride, community service and lifelong friendship

As the largest Jewish Youth event in the world, the JCC Maccabi Games create an experience that you will remember for a lifetime. Our teens, coaches, and families form meaningful relationships that transcend the week of JCC Maccabi and the boundaries of geography. JCC Maccabi teens have gone on to compete in the World Maccabiah Games, the Pan American Maccabi Games, professional sports, and even the Olympics. The community of alumni includes familiar names like Olympic swimmers Lenny Krayzelburg and Jason Lezak, Survivor’s Ethan Zohn, actor Jason Segal, and American Idol’s Brett Lowenstern.

Get ready to feel the spirit of JCC Maccabi when representing your community, getting to know your roommates and teammates, meeting new friends, participating in community service, compete on an international stage, and party at a one-of-a-kind social event each night.

Activities offered include: Baseball, basketball, dance, golf, ice hockey, girls volleyball, soccer, table tennis, tennis, swimming, and star reporter.

You will receive a swag bag with your uniform and delegation gear that you will wear throughout the week and when we march together into the opening ceremony. Picture yourself walking into a stadium in front of thousands of spectators and looking around knowing all the other teens participating are also Jewish. You will make new friends from across the globe as you trade your gear for kangaroos, sombreros, and British Union Jack attire.

Join team Richmond at the 2024 Maccabi Games in Detroit from July 28th to August 4th! Open to Jewish teens aged 12-16, our all-inclusive package covers airfare, meals, accommodation, swag, uniforms, and activities.

Experience the worlds largest Jewish youth event, form lasting bonds, and compete internationally. Secure your spot for a week of camaraderie, achievements, and unforgettable moments.

Detroit Maccabi Games

July 28th – August 2nd
25% non-refundable deposit required to secure your spot. Remaining payments will be made in March, May, and July.

Members $2000

$500 per payment
Nonmembers $2200

$550 per payment

We are looking for athletes to represent and compete for the host delegation at the 2024 JCC Maccabi Games.

Athletes must be Jewish defined as:

Having at least one Jewish parent and the athlete is being raised Jewish or:
A Jew by choice and is being raised Jewish

Athletes must be:

Between the ages of 12-16 as of July 28, 2024, to participate
- Participant eligibility is born between 08/01/2007 and 07/28/2012
Local athlete families are required be host families and host two (2) or more visiting athletes from other delegations

Team Sports:

Baseball (14U and 16U)
Boys' Basketball (14U and 16U)
Girls' Basketball (14U and 16U)
Boys' Flag Football (16U) - 5v5
Ice Hockey (16U)
Boys' Lacrosse (16U) - 7v7
Boys' Soccer (14U and 16U) - 7v7
Girls' Soccer (14U and 16U) - 7v7
Girls' Volleyball (16U)

Individual Sports:

Competitive Dance
Swimming
Star Reporter (social media/sports journalism)
Table Tennis
Tennis
Access Games - For athletes ages 12-22 with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Sports are subject to change.

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If you have any questions, please check out our FAQ page or feel free to contact Myles Phelps,
[email protected] or (804) 545-8630.

We can’t wait to have you as part of Team Richmond!

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