Maccabi Ashdod's New Foreign Players Arrive Ahead of Premier League Season

Maccabi Ashdod, returning to Israel's top basketball league after several years, welcomed their two new foreign players, Robert Turner and Marquis McDuffy, who arrived in Israel on August 25, 2026. Turner, continuing with the team from the National League, expressed excitement about the new challenge and praised the team's experienced roster. McDuffy, playing in Israel for the first time, shared his enthusiasm about joining the league and his desire to prove the team is tough competition.

The team plans to hold its first full training session the evening after the players' arrival, with an open practice scheduled for Thursday at 7:00 PM for fans and season ticket holders. The first official game is set for two weeks later against Hapoel Jerusalem in the Winner Cup. Both players emphasized their commitment to hard work and improvement, with McDuffy noting the strong presence of American players in the league and his eagerness to engage with the local fans.

Turner described the transition as returning home and highlighted the importance of teamwork and dedication for success. McDuffy mentioned he is still learning about Ashdod and looks forward to experiencing the city and its supporters. The club aims to demonstrate that they are not an easy team to beat in the upcoming season.