Maccabi Tel Aviv Wins EuroLeague Derby in Cyprus Debut
Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Tel Aviv in their first EuroLeague game at their new temporary home in Cyprus. Player Jalen Hurd noted the need to adjust to the new arena, which the team hopes to make feel like home. Despite initial organizational hurdles, the team focused on fan experience, and players felt a positive connection with the crowd. Maccabi expects a full arena for upcoming games, particularly against Olympiacos, while still aiming to return to Tel Aviv.
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- Maccabi Tel Aviv won the EuroLeague derby against Hapoel Tel Aviv in their new Cyprus home.
- Player Jalen Hurd admitted he needs to "get to know this arena better" after the game.
- Maccabi aims to make the Cyprus arena feel like home after three years playing in Belgrade.
- Around 1,200 fans attended the game in the 8,000-capacity arena.
- Maccabi expects a full house for upcoming games, especially against Olympiacos, due to high interest.
Maccabi Tel Aviv secured a EuroLeague derby victory against Hapoel Tel Aviv in their new temporary home arena in Cyprus. Player Jalen Hurd expressed a need to "get to know this arena better" after a minor navigational mix-up post-game, highlighting the team's adjustment period.
The team aims to make the Spyros Kiprianou Arena in Limassol feel like home during their time away from Israel, having spent the previous three seasons in Belgrade. The move to Cyprus is seen as a positive step, despite initial organizational challenges.
Fans from both Israeli teams were present, with approximately 150 Hapoel supporters facing initial restrictions on bringing in cheering equipment, which were eventually resolved. Maccabi invested in fan experience, bringing in cheerleaders and entertainer Guy Sidis to foster a home-like atmosphere for the roughly 1,200 attendees in the 8,000-capacity venue.
Despite the large arena, the placement of Maccabi fans behind the bench helped create a more impactful atmosphere, particularly during key plays by John DiBartolomeo and Bonzie Colson. Players felt a strong connection with the crowd, contrasting it with the quieter environment in Belgrade.
Maccabi anticipates a full house for their upcoming double EuroLeague week, especially for the game against Olympiacos, due to significant local interest. The team expects substantial revenue from these games, potentially reaching half a million euros, but remains eager to return to their home arena in Tel Aviv as soon as possible.
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