Sandy Cohen Signs With Hapoel Haifa for 2026/27 Season
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Sandy Cohen, a seasoned small forward with multiple Israeli basketball titles, signed with Hapoel Haifa for the 2026/27 season, bringing valuable experience and strong performance averages from his recent stint with Maccabi Haifa.
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- Sandy Cohen signed with Hapoel Haifa for the 2026/27 season.
- He has won five major titles, including two Israeli championships with Maccabi Tel Aviv.
- Cohen played for several teams, including Maccabi Haifa last season with strong stats.
- Coach Sharon Drucker praised Cohen's athleticism and league experience.
- Cohen's signing aims to bolster Hapoel Haifa's competitiveness next season.
Hapoel Haifa officially announced the signing of small forward Sandy Cohen for the 2026/27 basketball season. Cohen is a veteran player with extensive experience in the Israeli Premier League, boasting five major titles including two national championships and two State Cups with Maccabi Tel Aviv, as well as a Winner Cup with the same team. Throughout his career, he has also played for Hapoel Afula, Hapoel Tel Aviv, and most recently joined Maccabi Haifa mid-last season. In 21 games with Maccabi Haifa, Cohen averaged 11.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game.
Hapoel Haifa's coach, Sharon Drucker, welcomed Cohen, highlighting his athleticism, experience, and strong two-way skills. Drucker also noted that Cohen's familiarity with the league from last season would be beneficial for the team's upcoming challenges. Cohen's addition is expected to strengthen Hapoel Haifa's roster for the new season.
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