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Teen Programs
Teen Programs at the J
The Kaiserman JCC is the perfect place for teens. We offer exciting programs where teen can have fun, learn, grow, and build friendships to last a lifetime. The JCC Maccabi Games, and our Teen-led Basketball Leagues, encourage teens till grow as athletes and as mentors. We are now host to the Diller Teen Fellows Program, where teens learn about being great leaders in their communities. Explore all of our teen programs online!
JBall – Highschool Boys Basketball League
J-Ball is, it is a Jewish recreational basketball league for high schoolers. Founded in 2017 by the three Schulman brothers, J-Ball is a non-profit basketball organization dedicated to providing a social, athletic, and religious outlet for Jewish teens. The league and its employees are composed completely of students. J-Ball has live broadcasting, student photographers and videographers, 90+ players, customized jerseys and shorts, and so much more!
A lengthy regular season, playoff campaign, all-star game, three point contest, and player awards are up for grabs with every sign-up.
J-Ball is held at the Kaiserman JCC on Sunday afternoons in the Fall and Winter. Although there are no practices, each team forms a bond during the season. J-Ball teams are individually headed by their respective captains, with the oversight of the commissioner. Players with all different skill levels are welcome to join in on the fun. Registration fills quickly every year, so make sure to follow @jballbasketball on instagram for updates, important information, sign-up details, and daily posts about the league’s activities and achievements!
Contact us for more information!
Matt Martin Youth and Family Program Director Hometown: New City, NY Favorite Jewish Holiday: Hannukah Favorite Philly Food: Cheesesteak When I am not hard at work at the J, I…
read moreDiller Teen Fellows at the J
The Diller Teen Fellows application ’24-’25 is now closed. Thank you for your interest. Please contact Darren Rabinowitz, Diller Teen Fellow Philadelphia Program Coordinator, drabinowitz@phillyjcc.com if you would like to learn more about the Diller program, and make sure to follow along through our social media!
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Darren Rabinowitz
Diller Teen Fellow Philadelphia Program Coordinator
Darren Rabinowitz Diller Teen Fellow Philadelphia Program Coordinator Hometown: Morristown, NJ Favorite Jewish Holiday: Yom Kippur Favorite Philly Food: Dim Sum Garden – Vegetable Steamed Buns Darren is a doctoral…
read more*Diller is generously supported by the Helen Diller Foundation. If your family is in need of financial assistance, please do not hesitate in reaching out to Darren.
The Kaiserman JCC is honored to partner with the Diller Teen Fellows program, an incredible experiential learning, traveling and growth experience for 10th and 11th graders.
The program aims to build the next generation of committed Jewish leaders: to inspire and empower a global network of teens and equip them with the skills, confidence, knowledge and Jewish values they need to help create a better world. Each year, hundreds of young people take part in the Diller training program from 32 communities across the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia, South America, Europe and Israel.
The JCC serves as the new home for this popular teen leadership development program, which the Jewish Federation has stewarded for several years. We are grateful to the Jewish Federation for their efforts to bring the program to this juncture, and excited about the future possibility in its new context here at the JCC.
Follow our journey on our Diller Philly Instagram
Check out the Diller Blog to stay up to date on the Diller Teen Fellow’s travels through Israel this summer!
JCC Maccabi Games®
A world wide olympic-style sporting event for Jewish teen athletes ages 13-17
Check out our Facebook page to look back on our experiences and stay up to date with Team Philadelphia!
Not quite old enough yet? Check out our Mini and Junior Maccabi Program!
Mini & Junior JCC Maccabi GamesNext summer, our teams will be traveling to Tucson, Arizona from July 27th – August 1st and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania from August 3rd – 8th. Athletes will be invited to compete in 17U and 15U age divisions for Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Flag Football, Golf, Ice Hockey Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Track, Volleyball (girls), and serve as Star Reporters for the games. We are also expanding opportunities to participate in Boys Basketball and Boys Soccer. See below for the complete list of sports at each location.
Sign up for 2025 Info Sessions on 11/25 or 12/17! Register for JCC Maccabi Games 2025 Tryouts!
Be a part of Team Philly as we join 3,000 Jewish teen athletes from around the globe at the world’s largest Jewish youth sporting event. The JCC Maccabi Games offers Olympic-style sports competitions, including opening and closing ceremonies; travel; community service; social and cultural events; and opportunities to make friends and memories to last a lifetime. Experience the magic of JCC Maccabi.
JCC Maccabi® 2025 Is Going to:
- Tucson, Arizona | July 27 – August 1 | Ages 13-17
- Boy’s Basketball
- Dance
- Flag Football
- Golf
- Girl’s Soccer
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Girl’s Volleyball
- Star Reporter
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | August 3 – 8 | Ages 13-17
- Baseball
- Girl’s Basketball
- Boy’s Basketball
- Dance
- Ice Hockey
- Boy’s Soccer
- Softball
- Table Tennis
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Star Reporter
Please note that sports teams will only run if we get enough enrollment in each sport. New in 2025, Ice Hockey will have both 15U and 17U brackets. Softball and Track & Field are back at the Games in Pittsburgh. Expanded roster availability in Soccer and Basketball with additional teams for Team Philadelphia in 2025.
If you do not see a sport you are interested in, please contact Barrie, Philadelphia Delegation Head
Please reach out with any questions!
Maccabi Info PacketJCC Maccabi Games Team Philadelphia Interest Form - 2025
Please fill out the form below to be alerted when more information is announced for Maccabi 2025!
Barrie Mittica Director of Engagement Hometown: Born Columbia, Md, grew up Cherry Hill, NJ Favorite Jewish Holiday: Tu B’Av Favorite Philly Food: Geno’s Cheesesteak Hi, I’m Barrie Mittica and I…
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Join us in making the Philadelphia JCC Maccabi experience unforgettable! Your sponsorship fuels athletic competition, community-building, and meaningful connections—while also offering you exclusive benefits like logo placement, event recognition, and Hall of Fame ceremony tickets.
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