Games Information
Click on the links below for the frequently asked questions in the category.
However, if you still have questions, please call us at 215-561-6900 or email at maccabi@maccabiusa.com so we can assist you.
The selection process will vary by sport. Past methods have included national ranking, verified times, tryouts, video footage, or other means. After the application is submitted, you will be notified about the selection process by the chair and/or coach of your sport and team.
There will not be tryouts. Selection criteria can be found on individual sport pages.
Approximately 1300
Nearly 80 countries world wide
Yes, background checks will be performed for all managers, coaches, and medical team members within 30 days of their appointment to the USA Team.
July 1, 2026
July 13, 2026
- The U15, U17, U19 and Open Team members will depart around June 29, 2026. Some teams will have a training camp in Israel and leave on June 28, 2026.
- Masters athletes should be in Israel by June 30 and will have the opportunity to take their own international flight or take a Maccabi USA flight option with Gil Travel.
Masters will depart on July 14, 2026. All other teams will depart around July 20, 2026
The competitions take place between June 30 – July 14, 2026
There are opportunities for athletes and a variety of volunteer staff to join the team. Volunteer staff positions include managers, coaches, and medical team members- athletic trainers, doctors, and nurses. To be considered for any position on the team, please start by completing the application for Maccabiah 2026.
Selection criteria can be found on sport pages, Volunteer staff position applications must be accompanied by a professional resume and references.
Jewish athletes born 2012 and earlier. There are some birth year exceptions based on the sport regulations. Please consult your sport specific page here.
Maccabi USA also provides opportunities for accommodations managers, coaches, and medical team members.
All Jews by birth or Jews by choice are welcome to apply for a position as part of a MACCABI USA delegation. Jews by choice may have been converted by Rabbis of any denomination. Jews by birth qualify if the following conditions are all met: One of their birth parents or adoptive parents is Jewish. They consider themselves to be Jewish. They do not identify as being a member of another religion. Other circumstances deserving of consideration will be determined by the Eligibility Committee.
USA team members must be a U.S. Citizen, hold a valid Green Card, or E2 Investment Visa
Debbie Adams, General Co-Chair
Tonja Magerman, General Co-Chair
Maccabiah 2026 will be held in Israel. Competitions will take place in Haifa, Jerusalem, Netanya and Tel Aviv. Specific sports, age categories and venues will be available in Spring of 2026.
*Note: competition venues are subject to change.
Team members in the U15/U17/U19 and Open Categories will participate Israel Connect, a week-long intensive experiential education and athletic training program including nearly 1,000 team members following the Maccabiah. Israel Connect will take place July 14-20, 2026
Educational, cultural, and social activities and tours are planned during the competition. They are dependent on sports schedules. These activities are coordinated by the relevant Games Organizers in Israel.
Some sports will have a training camp in Israel, prior to the Maccabiah. Others will have training in the USA prior to departing for their international flight. You will receive those details from your respective chair or coach. Additional costs around $600 will be incurred.