The JCC Maccabi Games® are an Olympic-style sporting competition held each summer in North America. More than 6,000 teens, ranging from 13 to 16 years of age, participate in the JCC Maccabi Games® each summer. Beyond the athletic competition, The Games promote community-involvement, teamwork, and pride in being Jewish. From the connections made via home hospitality to the energy and excitement that comes from competing to the socializing at evening events, the JCC Maccabi Games® offer a unique and unforgettable experience.
Team Dallas regularly sends one of the largest delegations to the JCC Maccabi Games®. Follow our Facebook page and Instagram for updates and highlights throughout the year.
Team Dallas will be participating in the 2023 Maccabi Games!
2023 Maccabi Games
Israel: July 5-25 (Ages 14-17)
Ft. Lauderdale: August 6-11 (Ages: 12-16)
Join us in SUMMER 2023 in Israel and Fort Lauderdale for the JCC Maccabi Games! It’s the largest gathering of Jewish youth in the world, hosting thousands of teens annually from the United States, Israel, Europe, Canada, and Latin America. Teens can choose to participate in Olympic-style sports competitions, or an art immersion experience.
FTL – Maccabi Games Zoom Info Session
Thursday, January 19 at 8:00 pm
Interested in the Maccabi Games? Join Delegation Head, Liela Majedi at 8pm on zoom for the Fort Lauderdale Info Session. This will be an opportunity for parents receive information regarding the games and ask any questions.
The JCC Maccabi Games are for Jewish Teens Ages 12 – 16 as of July 25, 2023.
Team Dallas has limited space.
Individual Sports Boys and Girls 13 – 16:
- Tennis
- Swim
- Dance
- Table tennis
- Star reporter
Girls Team Sports:
- 14U & 16U Girls Basketball
- 14U & 16U Girls Basketball
- Girls Volleyball
Boys Team Sports:
- 14U & 16U Boys Basketball
- 16U Baseball
- 14 U & 16 U Soccer
Space is limited.
Israel Tryouts
| Teams | Tryout Dates | Times | Location |
| Boys 17U Basketball | November 13 | 2 -4 pm | Akiba Yavneh Academy |
| December 11 | 4 – 6 pm | Akiba Yavneh Academy | |
| Boys 17U Soccer | November 13 | 4 – 5 pm | JCC Dallas |
| December 4 | 4 – 5 pm | JCC Dallas | |
| Girls 17 U Soccer | November 13 | 4 – 5 pm | JCC Dallas |
| December 4 | 4 – 5 pm | JCC Dallas |
Ft. Lauderdale Tryouts:
| Teams | Tryout Dates | Times | Location |
| Volleyball | February 5 | 4 – 6 pm | JCC Dallas |
| February 22 | 8:30 pm | Net Results Sports Center 2600 Research Dr, Plano, TX 75074 |
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| Girls Soccer | January 22 | 3 – 4 pm | JCC Dallas |
| February 12 | 3 – 4 pm | JCC Dallas | |
| Boys Soccer | January 22 | 3 – 4 pm | JCC Dallas |
| February 22 | 3 – 4 pm | JCC Dallas | |
| Girls Basketball | January 8 | 8 – 9:30 am | JCC Dallas |
| January 22 | 11 am – 12 pm | JCC Dallas | |
| Boys 14U Basketball | January 8 | 9:30 – 11 am | JCC Dallas |
| January 29 | 11 am – 12 pm | JCC Dallas | |
| Boys 16U Basketball | January 15 | 10 – 11:30 am | JCC Dallas |
| February12 | 11 am – 12 pm | JCC Dallas | |
| Swim Meet & Greet | January 15 | 10 – 11 am | JCC Dallas |
| February5 | 10 – 11 am | JCC Dallas | |
| Tennis | January 22 | 1 pm | JCC Dallas |
| January 29 | 1 pm | JCC Dallas | |
| Dance | December 28 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm | JCC Dallas |
| January 5 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm | JCC Dallas | |
| Baseball | January 22 | 3 pm | SFT Athletics Group |
| February 26 | 3 pm | SFT Athletics Group |
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What are the requirements to participate as a JCC Maccabi Games participant?
Jewish teens between the ages of 12-16, as of July 31, 2023 can participate in the JCC Maccabi Games and Access in Fort Lauderdale
Jewish Teens between the ages of 14-17, as of July 25, 2023 can participate in the JCC Maccabi Games in Israel
Do I need to be Jewish to participate in the JCC Maccabi Experience?
Yes, all JCC Maccabi Games athletes and Jcc Maccabi participants must have at least one jewish parent and identify as Jewish.
Do I need to be a member of Aaron Family JCC to participate?
No, this program is offered to all Jewish teens ages 12-16 (Fort Lauderdale) and 14-17 (Israel)
Is there a cost involved in participating?
Yes, there are expenses such as registration fees, uniform costs, games costs, etc. for this national program. For athletes going to Israel, the cost will be $4,500. For athletes going to Fort Lauderdale, the cost will be $2,500 for Aaron Family JCC Members, and $2,675 for Non-Members. A deposit is required to participate in pre-Maccabi Experience activities. The deposit will be applied towards the total cost of the games.
How do I register to be on Team Dallas?
All eligible athletes/participants will need to register online or fill out our Local Delegation Registration Form in person, and pay the required $500 deposit.
Is financial assistance available?
There are funds available and will be dispersed on a needs-basis. Please contact lmajedi@jccdallas.org, 214-239-7189 for more information.
Can I try out for more than one sport?
We encourage you to try out for more than one sport or activity.
Can I play more than one sport?
No, athletes are only permitted to participate in one sport or activity.
Will there be practices and rehearsals?
Yes, each coach will determine their own practice schedule based on the team’s availability.
What if I attend summer camp?
We understand many participants may be attending summer camps and will be away for most of the summer. That being said, participants will be required to attend all JCC Maccabi experience activities in Israel from July 5-July 25, 2023 or Fort Lauderdale August 6-11th, 2023. They will, however, be able to miss team practices, social and meetings related to the experience throughout the summer.
For more information, please contact Liela Majedi at lmajedi@jccdallas.org
