Israel Under-22 Volleyball Team Wins Historic Bronze at European Championship
The Israeli Under-22 volleyball team achieved a historic milestone by winning the bronze medal at the European Championship held in Portugal. On July 4, 2026, the team defeated a strong French squad decisively with a 3-0 victory. Coached by Noam Katz, the Israeli team dominated the match from the start, winning the first two sets 25-21 and 25-23, followed by a commanding 25-18 finish in the third set to secure their place on the podium.
Key players included Mark Roura, who led the team with 21 points, and Shay Liberman, who contributed 14 crucial points. Nektita Maron also added 6 points, showing strong net play. Mark Roura expressed pride in the team's achievement, highlighting their five years of playing together, excellent team cohesion, courage, and maturity as factors behind their success.
This bronze medal marks an unprecedented accomplishment for Israeli volleyball, signaling a significant breakthrough on the European stage for the young national team.
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