Ofir Wagman Appointed Director-General of Israeli Basketball Association

The Israeli Basketball Association announced on September 24, 2026, the appointment of Ofir Wagman as its new director-general. Wagman, 54, currently serves as the director of the Sports Authority for the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality and brings over 25 years of experience in sports management across all levels, from youth to professional athletes.

Throughout his career, Wagman has managed numerous sports events, including a role as deputy director of the Sports Authority during the hosting of EuroBasket in Israel in 2017. He has also led other major sporting events and was elected to his current municipal position in 2021.

Amos Frishman, chairman of the Basketball Association, expressed confidence in Wagman's appointment, stating, "Ofir Wagman has been involved in sports management for many years, and I have no doubt he is the right person in the right place." Frishman highlighted Wagman's successful management of sports in Tel Aviv and his passion for basketball, wishing him success in advancing the association.

Wagman stated, "I come to this role with great love for basketball, which has accompanied me since my childhood, and with many years of management experience in the world of sports." He described the position as a privilege and responsibility to combine his passion with his experience to strengthen the association, promote Israeli basketball, and build a foundation for its continued growth.