Israel's U22 Volleyball Team Meets Sports Minister After Historic European Bronze

Following their historic bronze medal win at the European Championship, Israel's under-22 volleyball team held a special recognition meeting with Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar on July 12, 2026. The event included key figures such as Volleyball Association Chair Rina Dor, CEO Zohar Bar Netzer, the players, and the coaching staff led by head coach Noam Katz, assistant coach Omer Marshansky, and team manager Shuki Frenkel.

Minister Zohar praised the team's achievement and emphasized volleyball's growing prominence in Israeli sports, expressing ambitions to develop it into a leading force both indoors and on the beach. He highlighted the sport's passionate fan base and the dedication required for professional success, stating, "Your exceptional success fills us with immense pride and gives me great hope for reaching the highest peaks worldwide."

Rina Dor thanked the minister and the Sports Ministry for their ongoing support and recognition, noting that the meeting symbolizes trust in the future generation of Israeli volleyball. She credited the achievement to the collective effort, perseverance, and commitment of the players, coaches, and management, encouraging the team to continue dreaming and working hard to bring further accomplishments to Israel.