Basketball League Teams: North and South Division Overview
The competitive landscape of the league is divided into two primary geographic regions: the North and the South. This structure ensures a balanced distribution of teams and optimizes travel for athletes and supporters across various cities and regional councils.
Each team operates out of a dedicated arena, ranging from specialized school sport halls to larger municipal sports complexes. These venues serve as the heart of the local basketball community, providing the necessary infrastructure for high-level competition.
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- The league is split into two distinct divisions: North and South.
- Maccabi Hadera boasts the largest venue in the North Division with a capacity of 2,582.
- Elitzur Neve David Ramla holds the highest capacity in the South Division at 2,000.
- Venues vary significantly in size, from small 200-seat halls to large multi-thousand seat arenas.
- Many teams utilize school sport halls, such as the Morasht Neria and Ironi Tet facilities.
North Division Teams and Venues
The North Division features a diverse array of teams spanning from the coastal regions to the northern interior. The venues in this region are a mix of dedicated sports halls and educational facilities.
| Team | City | Arena | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elitzur Givat Shmuel | Givat Shmuel | Morasht Neria School Sport Hall | 900 |
| Hapoel Kfar Saba | Kfar Saba | Hayovel Hall | 680 |
| Hapoel Lev Hof HaSharon | Hof HaSharon Regional Council | Beit Yehoshua Basketball Hall | 270 |
| Hapoel Megiddo | Megiddo Regional Council | Mishmar HaEmek Sports Hall | 1,000 |
| Hapoel Nesher | Nesher | Makif Tzahal High School | 400 |
| Hapoel Nof HaGalil | Nof HaGalil | HaPais Alon Sports Hall | 350 |
| Hapoel Tel Aviv "Uri" | Tel Aviv | Ironi Tet High School Sport Hall | 250 |
| Ironi Elizur Givatayim | Givatayim | Telem Sport Hall | 473 |
| Ironi Karmiel | Karmiel | Horowitz Hall | 498 |
| Ironi Kiryat Ono "Shikko" | Kiryat Ono | Sport Hall School Alumim | 500 |
| Maccabi Hadera | Hadera | Enerbox Ha'pais Toto | 2,582 |
| Maccabi Hod HaSharon | Hod HaSharon | Atidim Sports Hall | 400 |
| Maccabi Kiryat Bialik | Kiryat Bialik | Matnas Givat HaRakafot | 200 |
| Maccabi Kiryat Motzkin | Kiryat Motzkin | Yitzhak Navon Sport Hall | 600 |
South Division Teams and Venues
The South Division encompasses teams from the southern regional councils and major cities. This division includes several teams that represent multiple municipalities or regional councils, reflecting a collaborative approach to sports management.
| Team | City | Arena | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elitzur Neve David Ramla | Ramla | Kiryat Menacham Sport Hall | 2,000 |
| Hapoel Gezer/Na'an/Netzer Sereni | Gezer Regional Council, Netzer Sereni and Na'an | Na'an Basketball Hall | 500 |
| Hapoel Hevel Eilot | Hevel Eilot Regional Council | Yotvata Sport Hall | 600 |
| Hapoel Hevel Modi'in | Hevel Modi'in Regional Council | Nachshon Middle School, Shoham | 300 |
| Hapoel Yafo Ha-Tzofim | Jaffa | Hasan Arafa School Hall | 200 |
| Hapoel Mateh Yehuda | Mateh Yehuda Regional Council | HaRotev High School, Tzora | 250 |
| Hapoel Netzer Sereni Arik/Gezer | Netzer Sereni and Gezer Regional Council | Netzer Sereni Sport Hall | 250 |
| Hapoel Ramat Gan Givatayim | Ramat Gan and Givatayim | Ort Ebin Sport Hall | 450 |
| B.C. Holon | Holon | Maccabi Holon Hall | 250 |
| B.C. Kiryat Malachi | Kiryat Malachi | Country Club Kiryat Malachi | 500 |
| Maccabi Be'er Ya'akov | Be'er Ya'akov | Max Center | 450 |
| Maccabi Dimona | Dimona | Noam Haim Sport Hall | 650 |
| Maccabi Tel Aviv/Shoham | Tel Aviv and Shoham | Nitzanim Sport Hall | 500 |
| Otzma Modi'in | Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut | Ironi Alef High School Sport Hall | 500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team has the largest arena in the entire league?
Maccabi Hadera has the largest arena, the Enerbox Ha'pais Toto, with a capacity of 2,582.
Which division has the most teams?
The North Division has 14 teams, while the South Division has 14 teams, making them equal in size.
Are there teams that represent more than one city or council?
Yes, several teams do. For example, Hapoel Gezer/Na'an/Netzer Sereni represents the Gezer Regional Council, Netzer Sereni, and Na'an.
What is the smallest arena capacity listed?
The smallest capacity is 200, shared by Maccabi Kiryat Bialik in the North and Hapoel Yafo Ha-Tzofim in the South.
Do teams use educational facilities for their games?
Yes, many teams use school halls, such as Hapoel Nesher at Makif Tzahal High School and Otzma Modi'in at Ironi Alef High School Sport Hall.