Jerusalem basketball

Uruguay basketball team invited to play in Israel next summer

A delegation, including former player Esteban Batista, visited the IBA. Chairman Amos Frishman invited the South American team for a warm-up game ahead of the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 8, 2026|ByOR SHKEDI

Amos Frishman with representatives of the Uruguayan Basketball Federation.

Hapoel Jerusalem forward Yotam Hanochi (center) celebrates with teammates during the Reds’ 92-69 victory over Hapoel Holon.

Maccabi Tel Aviv drops 120 on Galil Elyon as Hapoel Jerusalem, Hapoel Tel Aviv claim basketball win

Clark led the way with 16 points, TJ Leaf added 15, and Will Rayman and Keaton Wallace scored 14 apiece. Maurice Kemp led Galil Elyon with 27 points.

OCTOBER 13, 2026|ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

A screenshot of hapoel HaShisha's social media home page.

New Jerusalem basketball club ‘Hapoel HaShisha’ turns sport into a platform for community and hope

Hapoel HaShisha, or “The Beautiful Six” Basketball Club, was established two years after the brutal murder of six hostages in Gaza.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

AFTER A lengthy injury absence, Lonnie Walker found his form right away in his return for Maccabi Tel Aviv, scoring 18 points in the yellow-and-blue 111-80 league win over Ironi Ness Ziona.

Tel Aviv teams keep winning while Jerusalem, Beersheba clubs triumph

Maccabi Tel Aviv cruised past Ironi Ness Ziona 111-80, Hapoel Tel Aviv got by Hapoel Holon 89-83, Hapoel Jerusalem downed Maccabi Ramat Gan 97-87, and Hapoel Beersheba crushed Maccabi Ra’anana.

FEBRUARY 24, 2026|ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

Basketball returns to Israel's capital: Check out local Hapoel Jerusalem

The Hapoel Jerusalem basketball team has sparked excitement in the streets of Israel's capital with events made for locals to follow their exploits and meet the team.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

Jerusalem’s latest star draws rave reviews: Kenneth J. 'Speedy' Smith

With a reputation as a team-first guard who shines in the clutch, ‘Speedy’ Smith is looking to lift Hapoel.

JULY 13, 2022ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

KENNETH ‘Speedy’ Smith is coming off a championship in Lithuania this past season, and the American point guard recently signed with Hapoel Jerusalem.

Both semifinal series going the distance

Bnei Herzliya evens things up with Maccabi Tel Aviv • Hapoel Jerusalem rebounds to beat Hapoel Holon

MAY 31, 2022ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

KC Rivers (right) and Hapoel Jerusalem were able to pull off a season-saving 75-61 road victory over Tyrus McGree (left) and Hapoel Holon in the local semifinals.

Hapoel’s Segev returns to the Holy Land to make a big impact for his team

With a decade of professional experience in Israel and abroad, Jerusalem’s center Segev is stepping up and looking to collect as many championships and trophies as possible.

JANUARY 11, 2022ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

BIG MAN Itay Segev (right) has been instrumental in Hapoel Jerusalem overcoming its early-season struggles in the FIBA Champions League.

Hapoel Jerusalem coach raises concerns after third loss

The latest Champions League defeat raises questions about Oren Amiel’s ability to lead the Reds.

OCTOBER 28, 2021ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

In his first season as the head coach of Hapoel Jerusalem after coaching in Europe for six years, Oren Amiel has yet to find his groove and could soon find his seat heating up.

Halperin still sharp-shooting as Jerusalem GM

Former Hapoel Jerusalem basketball star Yotam Halperin is acclimating to his new role with the Reds and reflects on a busy summer of significant signings

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN