Mini & Junior JCC Maccabi Games

Mid-Atlantic Mini & Junior Maccabi Games 2026 – Hosted at the Kaiserman JCC

About the Games:

The Kaiserman JCC is thrilled to host the 2026 Mid-Atlantic Mini & Junior Maccabi Games on May 3rd, welcoming young Jewish athletes from across the east coast for a day of spirited competition, sportsmanship, and community. This incredible event brings together athletes ages 9–12 to compete in a variety of sports while fostering Jewish pride, teamwork, and lasting friendships.

The Games begin with an Opening Ceremony complete with dignitaries, speeches, the athlete’s oath and the highly anticipated parade of athletes. Participants, spectators and coaches then disperse throughout the Philadelphia-Main Line area for the competition to begin.

Join Team Philadelphia

Greater Philadelphia Area Jewish Athletes ages 9-12 years old are invited to join our local delegation.  Represent Philadelphia at the Opening Ceremony, compete in sports, and make new friends at our Team Philadelphia events and practices. Interested? Fill out the form below. Team Philadelphia Athletes hail from all five counties (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia) of the Greater Philadelphia Area. Together, we can ensure the next generation of Jewish youth are proud of their identity, connected to Israel and each other, and inspired to become community leaders.

Age Groups:

• Mini Division: Athletes ages 9-10 years of age on August 1st, 2026
• Jr Division: Athletes ages 11-12 years of age on August 1st, 2026

Team Sports:

• Baseball (Mini & Jr)
• Basketball (Mini & Jr Girls, Mini & Jr Boys)
• Soccer (Mini & Jr Girls, Mini & Jr Boys)

Individual Sports

• Dance (Mini & Jr) – Solo or in Small Group Competition
• Pickleball
• Swimming
• Squash
• Tennis
• Track

*Open Evaluations and Practices will begin in late January.
*Athletes may select interest in more than one sport, but only one sport can be played in the tournament.
*Cost is $175/Athlete

Volunteer With Us

The Mid-Atlantic Mini & Jr Maccabi Games is more than a sports event—it’s a celebration of community, identity, and shared values. It takes the dedication of volunteers to bring this amazing day to life. From operations to hospitality and everything in between, there’s a volunteer role that matches your interests, talents, and schedule.
Volunteers of all faiths are welcome. All volunteers must be 13 years of age or older as of May 3rd, 2026.  We will have opportunities for both teen and adult volunteers to make an impact.  Teen volunteers will earn service hours for all Games related volunteering.
Volunteer roles and responsibilities vary and so will the time commitment. Whether you volunteer in the lead-up to the main event or during week of the Games, the time is now to get involved!

This is your chance to be at the heart of the Maccabi experience and make a lasting impact.

Become a Sponsor / Donate

Be a part of the Mini & Jr Maccabi Story

To seize this moment, we need the crucial partnership of allies who understand that transformative impact requires transformative investment. Your support is essential to help subsidize the Mid-Atlantic Mini & Jr Maccabi Games in Philadelphia. Your commitment will fund infrastructure, operations, security, athletic competitions, opening ceremony, and more.
Help us showcase Philadelphia’s vibrant Jewish community, celebrate Jewish pride through sport, and inspire the next generation of athletes and leaders..

Thank you to our Sponsors:

Bronze Sponsor
Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg LLP
Mark Fishman

Supporter Sponsor
Original Events Co.
Sandi Foxx-Jones

Friend Sponsor
Counterstrike Conditioning LLC
JBall
Valley Forge Sports