Maccabi Games information meeting

The summer JCC Maccabi Games are just around the corner and the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center is forming its team for the 2016 games in St. Louis. Interested parents and teens are invited to an informational meeting on Jan. 11, 6:30-7:15 p.m. at The J.
“We were thrilled that our teams brought home five medals last summer and we cannot wait for this year’s games,” said Alexa Wollach, director of sports and recreation at The J. “We invite parents and teens to come on January 11 and learn about all the amazing things the The JCC Maccabi Games were first held in 1969 and has grown to become the largest annual Jewish teen event in the nation. It is a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic-style experience to compete, collaborate and grow with Jewish teams from around the world. ”

Team Phoenix sports include boys basketball and flag football, girls softball and volleyball, boys and girls basketball, golf, tennis, table tennis, swimming, dance, soccer and track and field. Star reporter positions are also available.

Limited spots are available. For more information and to register for the Jan. 11 meeting, contact The J at 480-483-7121 ext. 1283 or sports@vosjcc.org.