Football (soccer) and basketball are considered the most popular
sports in Israel. The nation has reached many achievements in other sports, such
as handball and track and field athletics, in addition to a wide variety of
other athletic activities.
When it comes to sports in Israel, the emphasis has
traditionally been on participation rather than the production of elite
athletes. Part of the reason for this is the necessary compulsory military
service that almost all Israelis perform after turning 18 years old. Another
reason may be in the Jewish ethos and psyche that has tradtionally considered
always endorsed athletic pursuits as a form of competition. This can be seen in
the story of the Maccabees (and Hanukkah) and
their rejection of the Ancient Olympic ideals.
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