18th Maccabiah Games
July 12-23, 2009*

Sometimes referred to as the "Jewish Olympics", these Games are held every four years in Israel attracting the most outstanding Jewish athletes from around the world. The 18th Maccabiah was held July 2009.

As one of the largest elite competitions, the Maccabiah grew to over 7000 athletes from over 50 countries making it the third largest sports event in the world.  In keeping with its Mission to perpetuate and preserve the American Jewish community by encouraging Jewish Pride, strengthening Jewish bonds, and by creating a heightened awareness of Israel and Jewish Identity, Maccabi USA established a Pre Camp in Israel in 1989, including B'nai Mitzvah and touring of Israel.

*Opening Ceremonies was July 13, 2009. 

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11th Pan American Maccabi Games
Buenos Aires, Argentina

In order to continually improve the experience of all Maccabiah Games for everyone involved, Maccabi USA / Sports for Israel has developed a questionaire which will allow you to provide feedback about your experience in Buenos Aires. This questionnaire will allow you to rate many aspects of the Games, from the application process to accomodations and activities. Please take a moment to download, complete, and return to us by February 15, 2008.

11th Pan American Games Athete, Manager and Trainer Questionnaire

Results are now available.

Click here to view results by sport

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July 2 - 10, 2007

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July 18, 2005