Israel, Summer 2026
Annual Bob Spivak Maccabi USA
Philadelphia Golf Tournament
June 21, 2027
Pan American Maccabi Games
Punta del Este, Uruguay
December 2027
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Maccabi USA builds Jewish pride through sports and promotes support for Israel, Zionism, and Jewish continuity through athletic, educational, and cultural experiences for participants of all ages.
Maccabi USA envisions a world where sports serve as a galvanizing force in strengthening Jewish pride, connection, and community.
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Maccabi USA strengthens connections to Jewish identity, community, and Israel. But don’t just take our word for it. Let our athletes, coaches, and staff tell you how the Maccabiah impacted their journeys.
Enjoy a look back at the impactful events, programming and celebrations enjoyed by Maccabi USA members in 2025.
STUART WEITZMAN
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
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. 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 in the organization’s history. Please enjoy our tribute to Stuart!
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Skip Bertman z’l, who served as the head coach of the first-ever Maccabi USA Baseball team at the 1999 Pan American Games.
A legendary coach, leader, and builder of championship programs, Skip led LSU baseball to five national championships and 11... College World Series appearances during his tenure.
His impact extended far beyond LSU, including his time representing Maccabi USA at the 1999 Pan American Games. We are grateful for the lasting legacy he leaves on the game of baseball, Maccabi USA, and the countless athletes and people he inspired.
Skip was also a guest in 2021 on our Maccabi USA Sports Show, where he discussed his career in Baton Rouge and coaching with Maccabi USA (link in bio).
Our thoughts are with Skip’s family, friends, former players, and all those who knew him. May his memory be a blessing.
Throwback to incredible World Cup Final watch party on the final day of the Maccabiah experience! We can’t wait to reunite soon!
B’nei Mitzvah…and with that, Israel Connect comes to a close. #foryou #israel #maccabiusa #jewishlife #hebrewuniversity
Visiting the Nova site was an emotional and powerful experience where our delegation connected with those lost through their stories. We carry them with us today and everyday. #israel #maccabiah #jewish
Shabbat in Jerusalem #maccabiah #israelconnect #Shabbat #maccabiusa
Today was an incredibly meaningful day touring the Old City of Jerusalem!
It was great getting to connect to our history as a Jewish people and we can’t wait to continue the Israel Connect experience