More than 320 young Jewish sports players from across South Africa came together for three days of sport, friendship and Jewish connection at the Maccabi National Junior Tournament, hosted by King David Linksfield in Johannesburg.
Maccabi Western Cape travelled with a team of 85 participants and 12 coaches, including many Herzlia pupils representing the province.
The tournament featured Soccer, Netball, Tennis, Padel, Chess, Dance and Golf, with the Western Cape team bringing home medals in Chess, Dance, Soccer (across three age groups), Padel and Tennis.
Beyond the medals and camaraderie, we were equally proud of the sportsmanship, respect and positive spirit shown by the Western Cape participants.
There was another special Herzlia connection too. Of the 12 coaches who accompanied the Western Cape team, 10 are Herzlia alumni. It is lovely to see former pupils giving back to their community, sharing their experience and encouraging the next generation.
Mazaltov to all our Herzlia pupils who took part and represented their school and community with such pride. We are enormously proud of you!
Photo credit: PhotoSauce Photography
