Israel Lacrosse - The National Governing Body of Lacrosse in Israel

The Israel Lacrosse Association (ILA) is the national governing body of the sport of Lacrosse in Israel. Our goal is to grow the sport of Lacrosse throughout Israel with a commitment to use it to engage the Jewish Diaspora, fostering love and devotion to the state of Israel.

National Teams

Our men’s and women’s teams are consistently listed among the top of the world rankings and are comprised of native Israeli and North American based players.

Outreach

We offer many opportunities for Jewish youth in Israel and abroad to develop meaningful relationships with their history and culture.

Now Taking Applications for our High School Winter Service Trip

Take part in one week of touring, volunteering, and lacrosse, including domestic competition with and against top Israeli high school teams.

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Now Taking Applications for our High School Winter Service Trip

Take part in one week of touring, volunteering, and lacrosse, including domestic competition with and against top Israeli high school teams.

Learn More

The Five Pillars of Israel Lacrosse

reaching beyond borders

We promote lacrosse in the Jewish State by allocating resources, programming, and inspiring participation from all over the country. We also focus on creating meaningful, life-changing experiences that strengthen Jewish identity, deepen commitment to Israel, and foster personal growth while having fun in the process.

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Our Impact

US College Interns have lived in Israel to coach or run ILA programs since 2011

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Athletes have traveled from around the world to play in the Israel Premier Lacrosse League (IPLL)

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High School Students have traveled to Israel to tour and coach through our Service Trips

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U.S. born ILA members have proudly served as Lone Soldiers in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF)

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"... the most notable part of my experience has been, without a doubt, the sense of family here. Throughout the entire country and within Israel Lacrosse specifically, from top to bottom, we care about each other. From the jump, I was met with open arms. Shabbat dinners, Hebrew lessons, lending anything I might need..." Read More

"Israel Lacrosse is more than just another cause. It is an opportunity to dream big and do good, a platform that brings communities together connected by the same ideals: passion for lacrosse and love for Israel. Being involved with Israel Lacrosse provided us with a sense of purpose and helped Ryan gain critical skills and life lessons. We are forever grateful..." Read More

"Winning gold as a member of Team USA at the 2018 World Games in Netanya was one of the greatest experiences of my life. While competing and winning a championship was the top priority of the trip, I was amazed by the country of Israel. Our tour of Jerusalem was great for team bonding, and also incredibly educational and enriching on a personal level." Read More

"Competing for Team Israel is one of the highest honors for me. It has given me the opportunity to represent something bigger than myself and wear the blue and white with pride. Israel Lacrosse has not only allowed me to connect with my Judaism and the state of Israel but also create friendships that I will treasure for the rest of my life. Being a part of the Israel Lacrosse family has given me the opportunity to compete at the highest level and share my love of lacrosse and Judaism with the world."

"While hesitant at first, my decision to take a leave of absence from college lacrosse and join the Israel Lacrosse Gap Year Program was one of the best of my life. My time in Israel was as rewarding an experience that one can hope for. Between high-level lacrosse, becoming fully immersed in Israeli culture, and meeting dozens of new friends…my initial hesitance to go to Israel feels comical today. It is an experience I will never forget."

"I had the best days of my life with Team Israel. It is an enormous honor to play for this country and the people of Israel. I will forever be connected to our shared culture and peoplehood. I wish it could have lasted forever."

"My son played on the U13 Israel World Series Team this past summer. Heading into a new school environment with significantly fewer Jewish kids, his experience with Israel Lacrosse has helped him greatly through this transition. Since he was feeling really connected to Judaism and Israel after competing with Team Israel, he went into this new environment much more proud and comfortable with his Judaism than he would have otherwise. A very positive outcome and we could not be more thankful!"

"Training with Israel lacrosse as part of their gap year program was one of the best decisions I ever made. Not only did I get to spend every day playing a game I love in an incredible country, but the dedicated coaching I received gave me the opportunity to walk on to my college team in the Fall. On top of this, the trips we went on, along with the amazing people I met made the whole experience unforgettable. I know I will reminisce about those months for many years to come."

"Being an athlete is much more than just the sport and much more than what people think. This game and the people I met changed my life and helped me through the darkest times of my life…. Thank you." Read More

"I found my peace, my power, my motivation, my passion, myself… No, it’s not just a sport! that’s my family, that’s a place that feels like home..." Read More

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2024 was a great year!! Looking forward to what 2025 brings us 💙

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2024 was a great year!! Looking forward to what 2025 brings us 💙

Congratulations to @andysegal on being named the 2024 recipient of the Mort Beroza Man of the Year Award!

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Congratulations to @andysegal on being named the 2024 recipient of the Mort Beroza Man of the Year Award!

Congratulations to @racheli.levysmith on being named the 2024 recipient of the Judi Beroza Woman of the Year Award!

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Congratulations to @racheli.levysmith on being named the 2024 recipient of the Judi Beroza Woman of the Year Award!

Another day, another highlight at our JV Hanukkah Camp! 🕎💪🔥

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Another day, another highlight at our JV Hanukkah Camp! 🕎💪🔥

Welcome to GOALIE WORLD 🌍🌟

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Andy Segal and Racheli Levy-Smith are our 2024 Mort & Judy Beroza Man & Woman of the Year! Congratulations to @racheli.levysmith and @andysegal 🎊

The Mort and Judy Beroza Man and Woman of the Year Award recognizes one man and one woman whose outstanding individual contributions to the development of lacrosse in Israel deserve immortalization. Segal and Levy-Smith’s work was critical to the ILA’s achievements and the sport’s growth in Israel in 2024.

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Andy Segal and Racheli Levy-Smith are our 2024 Mort & Judy Beroza Man & Woman of the Year! Congratulations to @racheli.levysmith and @andysegal 🎊

The Mort and Judy Beroza Man and Woman of the Year Award recognizes one man and one woman whose outstanding individual contributions to the development of lacrosse in Israel deserve immortalization. Segal and Levy-Smith’s work was critical to the ILA’s achievements and the sport’s growth in Israel in 2024.

Hard work and dedication on display from our JV teams in Kiryat Malachi! 💪 These players are putting in the effort and making strides every day. Keep pushing, the future is bright! 🌟

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Hard work and dedication on display from our JV teams in Kiryat Malachi! 💪 These players are putting in the effort and making strides every day. Keep pushing, the future is bright! 🌟

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We are excited to announce the Heritage Cup, an unforgettable weekend of lacrosse and community! 🥍🇮🇱🏆

The event will feature U13, U15, and U19 boys’ teams and men’s and women’s (16+) teams, bringing together top talent from across the nation. It’s a unique opportunity to showcase the sport, celebrate our shared heritage, and build connections through the game we love.

Join us for a special Shabbat Dinner on Friday night hosted at Gillette Stadium, on the 23rd, to kick off the weekend with our Israel Lacrosse Community!

For more information or to register, please use the link in our bio or DM us. We look forward to seeing you on the field!

#HeritageCup #IsraelLacrosse #LacrosseCommunity #ShabbatDinner #LacrosseFamily #IsraelLacrosseFamily

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