In the Club Friendship tournament, Maccabi Rehovot cruised to a 96-78 victory over Maccabi Petah Tikva Elitz on September 30, 2026. The game, played at a neutral venue, saw Rehovot dominate the second half and pull away for a comfortable win.

Match Overview

The first quarter was competitive, with Maccabi Petah Tikva Elitz holding a slim 21-20 lead. However, Maccabi Rehovot took control in the second quarter, using a 15-4 run to build a 48-38 halftime advantage. The third quarter was more of the same, as Rehovot’s efficient offense and aggressive defense extended the lead to 20 points. Petah Tikva Elitz made a brief run in the fourth, cutting the deficit to 12, but Rehovot responded with a 9-0 spurt to seal the victory. Rehovot shot 51% from the field and forced 17 turnovers, while Petah Tikva Elitz struggled from the free-throw line, making just 12 of 22 attempts.

Key Moments

• Second-quarter explosion: Rehovot’s bench sparked a 15-4 run that turned a one-point deficit into a 10-point lead.
• Third-quarter dagger: A 10-0 run midway through the third quarter pushed the lead to 20 and demoralized Petah Tikva Elitz.
• Fourth-quarter resilience: Petah Tikva Elitz cut the lead to 12 with five minutes left, but Rehovot answered with consecutive three-pointers.
• Rebounding dominance: Rehovot won the battle on the boards 42-30, including 14 offensive rebounds.

Standout Performers

Maccabi Rehovot’s backcourt duo of Yonatan Cohen and Omer Levi combined for 42 points, with Cohen scoring 24 and dishing out 6 assists. Forward Amit Sharon added 16 points and 9 rebounds. For Maccabi Petah Tikva Elitz, guard Eyal Mizrahi led the way with 21 points, but he was plagued by five turnovers. Center David Peretz contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds, but the team’s poor shooting from the line and perimeter (7-of-25 from three) proved costly.

What It Means

This victory gives Maccabi Rehovot a strong start in the Club Friendship tournament, showcasing their depth and balanced scoring. Maccabi Petah Tikva Elitz, meanwhile, will need to tighten their defense and improve their free-throw shooting if they hope to compete in upcoming fixtures. The tournament serves as valuable preparation for the domestic season, and both teams will look to build on this outing. Rehovot’s convincing win sends a clear message to the rest of the field.