Jerusalem Launches Basketball Program for Injured IDF Soldiers
Translated & summarized from Makor Rishon by baba
Jerusalem has launched "Rebound for Life," a new rehabilitation program for IDF and security forces veterans injured physically and mentally, using basketball as a therapeutic tool. Led by former player Afik Nissim and supported by Hapoel Jerusalem basketball team, the initiative offers professional training, social activities, and inspirational lectures. Mayor Moshe Lion and Hapoel CEO Oren Arieli highlighted the program's importance in fostering community and resilience for the wounded. Training sessions will be held weekly in Jerusalem, open to recognized disabled veterans.
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- Jerusalem launched "Rebound for Life," a basketball-based rehabilitation program for injured IDF and security forces veterans.
- The program aims to provide social, emotional, and athletic support, led by former player Afik Nissim.
- Participants will receive professional training, engage in social activities, and attend inspirational lectures.
- Mayor Moshe Lion stated the program fosters a community of strength, friendship, and resilience.
- Hapoel Jerusalem CEO Oren Arieli called the initiative a supreme mission to support the wounded.
- Training sessions will occur weekly at the Pisgat Ze'ev Sports Hall for recognized disabled veterans.
The Jerusalem Municipality, in collaboration with the Hapoel Jerusalem basketball team and the "Masira M'natzachat" association, has launched "Rebound for Life," a unique resilience and rehabilitation program for IDF and security forces personnel injured physically and mentally. The initiative aims to provide comprehensive social, emotional, and athletic support, utilizing basketball as a therapeutic and empowering tool.
The program, led by former basketball player Afik Nissim, will offer participants regular professional basketball training under coach Rachamim Yona. It will also feature appearances by leading former players who will actively participate in training sessions and games. Beyond court activities, participants will engage in social gatherings, team-building events, outings, and inspirational lectures designed to strengthen mental resilience and a sense of community belonging.
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion emphasized the program's timing and the city's commitment, stating, "We choose to look forward and act for those injured physically and mentally to protect us all. 'Rebound for Life' is much more than basketball. It is a community of strength, friendship, belonging, and resilience. Jerusalem embraces the wounded of the IDF and security forces, and we will continue to do everything to be by their side and help them return to full lives."
Oren Arieli, CEO of Hapoel Jerusalem, described the initiative as a supreme mission. "We are proud to lead this important and significant project, which gives those injured physically and mentally from the IDF and security forces an additional space to strengthen, connect, and walk together on the path of rehabilitation. Hapoel is first and foremost a united community that strengthens, envelops, and embraces. It is a privilege to be there for those who have given so much for all of us," he said.
Training sessions for "Rebound for Life" will take place every Friday at 9:30 AM at the Pisgat Ze'ev Sports Hall in Jerusalem. The program is open to security forces personnel recognized as disabled veterans by the Ministry of Defense. Injured security forces members and their families can register for the program online.
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