Maccabi Greetings!
Maccabi News

Wishing you all a Happy Purim
from the
Maccabi Victoria Board and staff 
Maccabi had an amazing day at the In One Voice Community Street festival
It was overwhelming to see how far we reach into the community and how we are so valued.
Thank you to everyone who helped out on the day at the marquee and a special shout out and thank you to the Lawn Bowls, Basketball, Walking Football/Futsal, Tennis and Cricket Clubs for running wonderful sports activities for the community on the day.
A great team effort.
Congratulations Raph Casper!
Winner of the Maccabi ‘How many Table Tennis Balls in the Jar’ Guessing Competition at In One Voice last Sunday.
There were 63 balls.
Your $25 Rebel Voucher prize is coming your way!
Maccabi Victoria School Holiday Sports Camp
Maccabi Victoria is running a sports camp this school holiday!!  
Tuesday April 16 th and Wednesday April 17 th
Lawn Bowls and Soccer activities at Caulfield Park , 280 Balaclava Rd Caulfield North.
Thursday April 18 th
Basketball and Futsal activities at King David School , 517 Orrong Rd Armadale.
Time: 9AM-3PM – children can be dropped off from 8:30AM.
Who can attend? 7-12 year old girls and boys.
Water and fruit will be provided for morning tea, bring your own lunch.
Activities conducted by certified coaches with WWCC in a safe environment.
We welcome participants of all abilities. Please contact us to discuss any support or access requirements.
Cost: $60 per day.
Registrations will open Monday March 25 th on www.macvic.com.au .
For any queries please contact Martin mjona@macvic.com.au 0433990912
Upcoming events at a glance
Lawn Bowls Shule day
24 March 2019
Caulfield Park
 
Maccabi AJAX Jnr Cricket Club Award Presentation night
7pm Monday 25 March 2019

 Maccabi Life together with Dementia Australia
Memory Walk & Jog
28 April 2019

Lawn Bowls Carnival
11-16 August 2019
Mermaid Beach QLD
 
Friends Of Maccabi luncheon
Monday May 6 2019
Guest Speaker Josh Goldstat
2019 Pan American Games Mexico
5-15 July 2019
Get Macc-tive and raise much needed funds
for Dementia Australia and our Maccabi Clubs
Maccabi LIFE in partnership with Dementia Australia presents... MEMORY WALK & JOG - An all inclusive Community event. Dementia is sadly an illness that touches many people in our community. We need your help to support Dementia Australia, our Maccabi Clubs and our Community by walking together to Beat Dementia. 
Join us at your Maccabi LIFE - MEMORY WALK & JOG - Community event. Get Active, improve your Brain Health and help us GIVE BACK! 
We are thrilled to have our very own 2018 Commonwealth Games Gold medallist Jemima Montag officiate and participate in our Walk. Register now to see if you have what it takes to keep up with Jemima!
WHEN: Sunday 28th April WHERE: Caulfield Park. Meet at the Bandstand. TIME: Check-in at 8am. Walk starts at 9am (Don’t forget to pre-register online first)
Get Active, improve your Brain Health and give back to BEAT DEMENTIA.
For every dollar you or your team raise, half of the funds will be donated to Dementia Australia, 15% will go to Maccabi LIFE and 35% will go to your nominated Maccabi Club, School or Community Organisation to keep them healthy and thriving. Getting Involved Is Easy:
1.  Click here to register yourself and create a team, or join our Maccabi team " Get Macc-tive"
2. Select either - walk 2.2kms (one lap), walk 4.4kms (2 laps) or jog 6.6kms (3 laps)
3. Encourage your family, friends and work colleagues to donate to your team 4. Tickets $20 each or $60 for a Family (2 adults & 2 concessions) Dogs are free! 5. Contact us for further assistance - dalifewalk@maccabi.com.au or 03 9563 5885
Friends of Maccabi Luncheon
with Special Guest Speaker Joshua Goldstat
Monday 6 May 2019 12pm - 2pm
Blake Street Hebrew Congregation
868 Glenhuntly Road, Caulfield South (Enter via Roselea Street)
Josh Goldstat made his sporting mark in 2017 when he won 4 gold medals at the Maccabi Games. Aged 42, it was his first serious competition since the 1997 games and his emotional comeback to sport and Maccabiah in particular. After the Games, Josh continued with his training with the aim of representing Australia at the ITU age group world champs in the Gold Coast in September 2018. He trained hard, performed strongly and was one of the first athletes selected for the national team. Josh is a dedicated perfectionist who leaves nothing to chance. This paid off handsomely when he won the world title.  
Come and hear Josh’s incredible story and the challenge
of getting the most out of oneself at various stages of life.
Around the Clubs
Ori Drabkin and Noa Kino shine on VIC Athletics stage
Ori claimed gold in the U16 para 200m and 800m events. Noa won the women’s U17 high jump with a leap of 1.62m.
Click here for the full Australian Jewish News article by Aaron Fetter
Cyclist Matt Sherwin on a roll
Maccabi Cyclist, Matt Sherwin won the  Victorian Open Jewish cycling Championships  in a strong field at Sandown racecourse in hot and windy conditions.
Junior Cricket Premiership
This past Sunday the 2018/2019 cricket season came to an end with two MAJCC teams competing in the grand finals.
Huge congratulations go to the U13 Jets for winning their grand final. Well done to all players and coaches. The U17’s put in a great effort in their grand final however, came up short.

Season 2019 Award Presentations
Comedian Michael Shafer being our MC and we are sure he will entertain you throughout the presentations.
Monday 25 March 2018 - 7pm - Blake Street Hebrew Congregation
Join the Maccabi Futsal Team
Training sessions of the Maccabi Senior Futsal team take place on Sunday nights 7 to 8:30 PM at Monash Clayton University (games on Thursday nights
at the same venue).
We look forward to getting more players in the Maccabi team.  
Maccabi FC Caulfield’s first ever Futsal team sweeps the court.
The first ever Maccabi FCC Senior Futsal team competed in its first game on Thursday 15 March 2019 at the Monash Sport Clayton Indoor Soccer League and swept the court with a 6 – 1 win against their opponents.
Its a proud moment for the club which only just started its Futsal branch a few weeks ago. The inaugural team comprises Beny Furman, Gadi Melcer, Shalom Serpes, Martin Jona, David Cyngler, all shown here in their kit.
Well done team you make us proud!

For more information about Maccabi Futsal visit www.mfcc.com.au
Open Water Swimming Update
We’re getting to the pointy end of the season, water temperatures are dropping and the number of open water competitors is dwindling, but the die-hards are still at it….

Click here for the latest Open Water swimming action from the Mentone Marathon 
Maccabi Tennis Grand- finalists Fall Just Short
Maccabi's Section 5 men's team narrowly lost their Grand Final on Saturday, going down by a set. The team will be slightly disappointed by the result but enjoyed a successful season together.
Maccabi Senior Womens Basketball Tryouts 2019
Bialik College
4th and 8th April 6.30 - 8.00pm
Good Luck for the Finals
Wishing our semi finalists the best of luck for this weekend.
Winter teams will be announced early April and we look forward to seeing everyone back for another amazing season in Winter 2019. 
Registrations have opened for Skills training for 6-8 year old boys and girls.
If you would like to register for next term, please go directly to Basketball Club team app store or for new players click here for details about how to download the Basketball Club app and register.
Thursdays 5-6 pm @ Orrong Romanis
Commencing 2nd May for 9 consecutive weeks. $200
Junior Hockey Players Needed
Maccabi Hockey Club are looking for under 14 players for the winter season. 
Training has started on Wednesday night and Sundays mornings
Get fit with Social Tennis at Maccabi
Tennis is a great way to stay fit, meet new people or have fun with family and friends. It’s easy to pick up a racquet and play tennis regardless of your age. You don’t have to be a member​ to play. Enter as an individual or get some friends together and enter your own team. Wednesday evening​s
 Booking and Enquiries:
Asaf Nagar 0417 301 357 ​ info@trademarktennis.com.au    
School Holidays with
Trademark Tennis
 8-11 April & 15-18 April
Trademark Tennis will offer 2 separate programs during April 2019 school holidays. Our Standard Holiday program for all levels of players and our NEW SQUAD WORKSHOP​. Early drop off available: 8.30am Holiday Program 
Designed for players ages 5+
Players are placed in group that will suit their skill level.  
Are You Interested in Preserving Maccabi Victoria's History?
Join us to preserve and record our rich Maccabi Victoria club history.
Would you like to be involved with this exciting project?
Please contact Sheryl @ sfurman@macvic.com.au
CSG Security Training
Security is a key element to keeping you and your families safe during sporting events.
CSG is offering a special session for Maccabi members to develop security awareness and skills.
In this important session you will learn security awareness, security models and emergency procedures.
All Maccabi parents and members are strongly encouraged to attend - you will learn how to keep your family and Maccabi safe.
Training date: Sunday, 31/3/19, at 2:00pm.
Location: To be advised.
Please RSVP at: https://csgvic.link/maccabi