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Ofri Shitrit Signs One-Year Extension with Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona Basketball Team

Translated & summarized from Mako by baba

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Hebrew · Sole source

Ofri Shitrit, a 21-year-old forward, has extended his contract for a third season with Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona basketball team in the Israeli Premier League. The club praised his growth and ongoing contribution as they prepare for the new season.

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  • Ofri Shitrit signs a one-year contract extension with Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona.
  • This will be Shitrit's third season with the Negev-based basketball club.
  • He is a 21-year-old forward, 1.99 meters tall, developed by the club.
  • Last season, Shitrit averaged 1.7 points and 1.1 rebounds in 5.9 minutes per game.
  • The team is completing its roster for the upcoming Israeli Basketball Premier League season.

Ofri Shitrit, the 21-year-old forward standing 1.99 meters tall, has signed for an additional season with Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona, marking his third consecutive year with the club based in the Negev capital. The team announced the extension on August 21, 2026, highlighting Shitrit's development within the club and his ongoing commitment, describing it as a continuing "red romance". Shitrit, who grew up in the club's system, averaged 1.7 points and 1.1 rebounds per game last season, playing 5.9 minutes on average in the Israeli Basketball Premier League. This signing comes as the team finalizes its roster for the upcoming season after some delays in assembling the squad.

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