Airport
What airport are we departing from and which airline are we flying?
Newark airport, El Al
Athletes from which sports will have the option to store their luggage during the touring portion of the trip?
Hockey and baseball
What must all athletes and coaches do twice before the trip starts?
Take a rapid antigen test 24 hours before our flight and the morning of our flight.
What are the dates of the 2023 Maccabi Games and what are the dates of the tour?
Maccabi Games: July 5-July 13*
*Note the games start on Sunday, July 9!
Touring Israel: July 14-July 25
Who is the Delegation Head for Team Central Jersey?
Emily Einhorn
What are all athletes and coaches wearing as their airport outfit?
White "Central Jersey" t shirt and blue zip
What is the thing Emily and all other coaches will constantly remind you to do while we are on the tour?
Drink water
If family/friends have spectator passes, what are they allowed to do?
Attend and watch the games only. Spectators cannot pull athletes out of Maccabi.
What must everyone have on them at all times? When is the exception?
Maccabi Games Credential Lanyard.
Exception: when playing your game/match
What will Team Central Jersey wear for Opening Ceremony on Sunday evening, July 9?
Black shorts, white shirt, blue zip
What are the first two things athletes will do when arriving to the airport?
Check in with Emily and show passport
What were at least three things Emily recommended to do ASAP to prepare for the trip?
AND
What were at least two things Emily recommended to NOT do before the trip?
To Do: write your name in/on everything, exchange $ before the trip, have an emergency travel credit card, get an unlimited data plan (and download WhatsApp!), try out Electrolyte Powders
To Not Do: wait until last minute to start packing
What happens if an athlete has/uses illegal substances (vape, drugs, alcohol, etc.) and/or breaks the code of conduct policy?
You are immediately sent home (and your guardian will cover the extra costs to get you home).
Name at least six other countries that will be competing in the Maccabi Games this summer?
Canada, Germany, Hungary, Lithuania, Mexico, Moldova, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, UAE, Ukraine
Name all the sports that will be played by Team Central Jersey athletes?
Baseball, hockey, basketball, soccer, volleyball, star reporter
What day and time must all athletes arrive to EWR airport by on Wednesday, July 5?
9:30am
What are three examples of maintaining security and what will everyone use in case of an emergency?
In case of emergency: everyone uses the emergency button app
Examples: wearing your credentials at all times, be aware of suspicious objects, don't leave behind bags that may be confused as suspicious, don't share information (including on social media) such as length of stay in Israel, hotel locations, or trip itinerary with anyone not travelling on the program, stay together as a group, follow staff instructions.
For the tzedakah project, what is each athlete expected to pack with them?
A stuffed animal and/or lightly used sports gear (hats, jerseys, etc.).
What are three examples of rachmanus aka being a good team player?
After your game/match: shaking hands of the refs to thank them, high-fiving and giving a cheer for each team you play against, cleaning up the space so it's cleaner than you found it (even if it's not your trash),
What are the room rules and curfew for athletes?
1) Room hangout rules are 3+ same gender only, and 'door open' policy).
2) Evening curfew is 11pm and nightly room checks,
3) No outside visitors
Extra: Food orders allowed if delivered before 10pm.
What is the athlete's carry-on bag?
Black adidas backpack
What is recommended for each athlete to pack to help celebrate Shabbat?
White dressy clothes and optional to bring your own kippah/tallit/etc.
What is the Hebrew word for compassion?
Rachmanus.
What year was JCC Maccabi founded?
1982
Name the coach for Team Central Jersey AND what sport they are coaching.
DOUBLE THE POINTS: Name all the adults with Team Central Jersey and their roles.
Tamir, basketball coach.
Emily, delegation head.