Yavne Awards 50,000 Shekels in Sports Scholarships for Excellence
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The Yavne Municipal Council approved five sports scholarships totaling NIS 50,000 for outstanding local athletes. Each recipient will receive NIS 10,000, an increase from the previously planned three scholarships. Mayor Roi Gabai emphasized the city's commitment to recognizing and supporting its athletes' hard work and achievements. The recipients include champions in MMA, athletics, combat sambo, and acrobatics, with accomplishments spanning national and international competitions.
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- Yavne will award five sports scholarships totaling 50,000 shekels to elite local athletes.
- Each scholarship recipient will receive 10,000 shekels.
- The number of scholarships was increased from three to five by the mayor.
- Recognized athletes include champions in MMA, athletics, combat sambo, and acrobatics.
- Athletes' achievements range from national championships to world competitions in 2024 and 2026.
The Yavne Municipal Council has approved the awarding of five excellence scholarships totaling NIS 50,000 to local athletes who have achieved significant national and international success. Each of the five recipients will receive NIS 10,000.
The decision was made by the scholarship committee, chaired by Councilwoman Inbal Boaz, in collaboration with the municipal sports department. Mayor Roi Gabai approved an increase in the budget, enabling the expansion of scholarships from three to five.
Mayor Gabai stated, "Our athletes prove that excellence is the result of hard work, perseverance, and belief. These scholarships are a clear message that we see you, are proud of you, and believe in you. We are committed to advancing the municipal scholarship system, investing in our residents, reservists, and outstanding individuals as an investment in Yavne's future." He thanked Boaz, the committee members, and the professional staff for their partnership.
The recognized athletes include Daniel Pelach, 21, an MMA fighter and Israeli adult champion for 2026, who is a member of the national team and a candidate for the World Championships in Georgia. Yael Hazarchi, 17, an athletics athlete, is the Israeli girls' champion in hurdles, placed third in the adult Israeli championships, and won first place in the Maccabiah Games. Omer Dadon, 20, a combat sambo fighter, is the Israeli champion, took third place in the 2026 European Championships, and was the 2024 World Championship runner-up. Tzuf Asor, 14, an acrobatics athlete, is the Israeli champion and the 2026 World Champion in a combined routine. The MMA athlete, 14, an MMA fighter, is ranked first in Israel for his age group and placed fourth at the 2026 World Championships in Abu Dhabi.