Maccabi

Austin is hosting the 2027 JCC Maccabi Games!

July 25 – 30, 2027

We need your help! Get involved in the games!

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TEAM AUSTIN – 2026 JCC MACCABI GAMES

Interested in participating and/or finding out more information? Email Ethan Cohen at [email protected]

JCC Maccabi Interest Form

Register Here

Members of Team Austin at 2025 JCC Maccabi Games in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Courtesy: Julie Waltzer

August 2 – 7, 2026

Maccabi Games are for Jewish Athletes, ages 13-17 throughout August 2 – 7, 2026.

Interested in participating and/or finding out more information? Email Ethan Cohen at [email protected] or click here to register.

Available sports

Team Sports:

Baseball
Basketball
Soccer
Volleyball
Flag Football

Individual Sports:

Dance
Swimming
Tennis
Star Reporter
Table Tennis
E-Sports
Bowling
Pickleball

Program elements

Olympic-style sport competitions
Opening and closing ceremonies
Home hospitality with local Jewish host families
JCC Cares community service projects
Hangtime programming with Israeli schlichim
Evening social events

Transportation & Cost

Pricing is all inclusive and includes program participation, travel, and uniforms.

Eligibility

JCC Maccabi Games are for Jewish Athletes ages 13 – 17. All athletes must be Jewish which is defined as follows: One of the athletes’ parents is Jewish and the athlete is being raised Jewish or is a Jew by choice and is being raised Jewish. In the spirit of JCC Maccabi if the parent or child does not believe that they are Jewish on a year around basis, then the child should not participate in JCC Maccabi programs. In the athlete registration, there is a declaration that contains the eligibility requirements; both the athlete and their parent(s) must sign this declaration.

Program Schedule

Sunday

Depart for JCC Maccabi Game
JCC Cares Project and Host Family pick-up

Monday

Athletic Competitions
Opening Ceremonies

Tuesday

Athletic Competition
Evening Social Activity

Wednesday

Athletic Competitions – Playoffs!
Host Family Night

Thursday

Playoffs continue and Championships!
Closing Party

Friday

Return home ☹

FAQ's

View FAQ’s here.

See YOU in Kansas City at the 2026 Maccabi Games!

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TEAM AUSTIN – JUNIOR MACCABI

Join the Fun. Compete in the Games. You Belong at Junior Maccabi!

Calling all Jewish tweens, grades 3-6! Join us for a day of sports, community, and Jewish pride on Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 12:30-4 PM and be a part of the Maccabi Magic! Co-Ed sports offered include basketball, soccer, swimming, and tennis. Lunch will be provided.

For more information, email [email protected] and fill out the interest form below!

Interest Form