Kiriyat Ata Basketball Team Recovers with Key Victory

Ironi Kiriyat Ata bounced back from two consecutive losses in the Israeli Basketball Premier League with a decisive 97:87 win over Bnei Herzliya on Sunday at the Ramaz Hall. Playing with only three foreign players, the team relied on a strong performance from its Israeli contingent to secure the victory. Kiriyat Ata led for most of the game, recovering after squandering a double-digit lead in the first half and fending off a late comeback attempt by their opponents. The win brings Kiriyat Ata's record to 2-2, and they aim to maintain this momentum in their next game against Ironi Ness Ziona. The team attributed the win partly to the nearly full home crowd, describing the atmosphere as a significant factor. Player Brendan Baken returned to the court after an injury sidelined him since the Winner Cup. Jordan Cohen, playing his second game back after a 28-month rehabilitation, played without minute restrictions and scored 17 points. Holland Woods, who missed the previous game due to a groin strain, is expected to return for the next match. In a community outreach initiative last Thursday, Kiriyat Ata players visited Giv'at Ram elementary school, engaging with students in various activities and playing a special exhibition game. Each student received an invitation to attend and support the team, part of an ongoing strategic effort by the club.