maccabi 2026

JCC Maccabi Games

The JCC Maccabi Games are an international athletic competition for Jewish teenagers that runs much like the Olympics. Athletes can compete against Jewish teens from all over the United States as well as delegations from Israel, Great Britain, Mexico, Canada, and more. The Games are played with a focus on “rachmanus” or sportsmanship with the intent to foster long-lasting friendships, memories, and connections to Judaism and Israel. More than 2,000 Jewish teens participate each summer.

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Team New Orleans will participate in the JCC Maccabi Gamesand Access in Toronto from August 2-7, 2026  This year's Volunteer Delegation Head is Katie Dunn.  Jonah White and Molly Dunn are members of the JCC Maccabi International Leadership Board.


ATHLETE ELIGIBILITY

  • Must be 13-17 years old, born between August 8, 2008 and August 2, 2013
  • All athletes must be Jewish.
  • Must have current medical insurance and are up to date on all age-appropriate vaccines as per the JCC Maccabi Vaccination Policy. 

SPORTS OFFERINGS

Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Girls Volleyball, Golf, Ice hockey, Soccer, Track, Softball, Swimming, and Star Reporter

Important Deadlines

 In order to participate in the 2026 JCC Maccabi Games, all athletes must complete the following:

  • March 1, 2026 | Participant Registration Form Completed with $400 Deposit

  • April 15, 2026 | National Registration in Regpack Submission Completed
     
  • June 15, 2026 | Online Medical Portal in Campdoc including 2026 JCC Maccabi Medical Form and an updated vaccination record
 
Regpack registration or incomplete registrations after May 1 are subject to a $125 late fee
Campdoc registration or incomplete registrations after July 1 are subject to a $100 late fee

COST

$2650 per athlete* 

Fee includes game registration fee, round trip airfare from MSY to Host Community, ground transportation, lodging, and meals during the Games, uniforms and delegation swag, supervision and coaches, social events, and team activities.

*First time registrants who register by March 1 get $150 off

*Returning athletes receive $150 credit for each first-time athlete they recruit to Team New Orleans

 


The JCC Maccabi Games is more than just sports! Athletes can look forward to the following:

  • Opening Ceremonies with special guests and performances
  • Sight-Seeing Evening Activity
  • Bonding Events
  • Hang Time Events
  • Pin and Gear trading with other delegations
  • Meeting new friends from all around the world

 

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