1977 Maccabiah Games


At the 1977 Maccabiah Games in Israel, 2,700 athletes from 33 countries participated in 26 different sports.

History

The Maccabiah Games were first held in 1932 in Palestine, then a British Mandate jurisdiction. In 1961, under an independent Israel, they were declared a "Regional Sports Event" by, and under the auspices and supervision of, the International Olympic Committee.

Notable medalists

and Motti Aroesti were among the Israeli basketball team's squad. The United States, coached by Dolph Schayes and with his son Danny Schayes on the team, won the gold medal in that sport. Esther Roth of Israel won the 100-meter hurdles in 13.50, and the 200-meter race in 24.03. Roth set records in the 100-meter hurdles, 200-meters, and 4×100-meters.
In fencing, 2-time Olympic bronze medal winner Yves Dreyfus of France won gold medals in individual and team épée. In men's tennis, Steve Krulevitz won the gold medal for the United States. Joel Kramer won a gold medal in basketball with Team USA.

Participating communities

The number in parentheses indicates the number of participants that community contributed.
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