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Hapoel Holon Welcomes New Players Rivaldo Soares and Claudel Harris Jr. to Israel
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First reported by Mako · 27 minutes ago
What happened
Hapoel Holon basketball players Rivaldo Soares and Claudel Harris Jr. arrived in Israel on August 15, 2026, greeted by fans as they join the team for the upcoming season. Additional players Greg Lee and Drew Thelwell are expected soon, alongside coach Predrag Krunic. Both newcomers expressed excitement about joining the club and contributing to its success.
- 01Rivaldo Soares and Claudel Harris Jr. arrived in Israel to join Hapoel Holon on August 15, 2026.
- 02Dozens of fans welcomed the players at the airport in Holon.
- 03Greg Lee and Drew Thelwell are expected to arrive later the same night.
- 04Center Adama Sanogo and coach Predrag Krunic arrived earlier in the week.
- 05Soares praised the club's winning culture and high ambitions.
- 06Harris Jr. promised to bring victories and joy to the fans throughout the season.
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