Maccabi Ashdod Women Earn 76-69 Road Win Over Maccabi Haifa Women

Maccabi Ashdod Women secured a hard-fought 76-69 road victory against Maccabi Haifa Women on October 13, 2026, in the Israel Women’s Premier League. Ashdod controlled the middle two quarters, built a double-digit lead, and then withstood a late Haifa rally to close out the win. The result is a significant one in the early-season standings, giving Ashdod a valuable away triumph over a direct rival.

Maccabi Haifa Women started brightly, using home energy and aggressive drives to take an early lead. But Maccabi Ashdod settled into the game in the second quarter, tightening their defense and finding rhythm from three-point range. Once Ashdod took control, they never allowed Haifa to fully reclaim the momentum.

Match Overview

The first quarter ended with Haifa ahead by two, but Ashdod responded with a 22-point second period to take a five-point halftime lead. The third quarter was more evenly matched, yet Ashdod maintained a small cushion. In the fourth, Haifa made a run, but Ashdod’s composure at the free-throw line and timely shot-making sealed the victory.

• First quarter: Maccabi Haifa Women 20, Maccabi Ashdod Women 18
• Second quarter: Maccabi Haifa Women 15, Maccabi Ashdod Women 22
• Third quarter: Maccabi Haifa Women 18, Maccabi Ashdod Women 17
• Fourth quarter: Maccabi Haifa Women 16, Maccabi Ashdod Women 19
• Final: Maccabi Haifa Women 69, Maccabi Ashdod Women 76

Ashdod’s defensive rebounding was a key factor. By limiting Haifa’s second-chance points, the visitors forced the home side to rely on difficult perimeter shots. Ashdod also won the turnover battle, turning several Haifa mistakes into transition baskets.

Key Moments

The game’s turning point came in the second quarter when Maccabi Ashdod Women ripped off a 9-0 run. The burst began with a steal and layup, followed by back-to-back three-pointers from the wing. That sequence turned a two-point deficit into a seven-point lead and forced Maccabi Haifa to adjust its defense. Haifa responded with a run of its own in the third quarter, cutting the margin to two, but Ashdod answered with a clutch corner three and a mid-range jumper to push the lead back to seven.

In the final two minutes, Haifa had chances to make it a one-possession game, but Ashdod’s defense forced two contested misses and secured the defensive rebounds. The visitors then converted four free throws to put the game out of reach.

Standout Performers

Maccabi Ashdod’s shooting guard led all scorers with 22 points, including four three-pointers. She was particularly effective in transition and off screen actions. Ashdod’s center added 15 points and 13 rebounds, anchoring the interior defense and controlling the glass. The point guard finished with 11 points and seven assists, directing the offense with maturity in the closing minutes.

For Maccabi Haifa Women, the power forward scored 20 points and grabbed nine rebounds, while the starting point guard added 14 points and six assists. Haifa’s bench provided energy but could not match Ashdod’s production in the second quarter, which ultimately proved to be the decisive period.

Season Impact

The road win boosts Maccabi Ashdod Women in the Israel Women’s Premier League standings and gives them confidence for the next stretch of fixtures. Maccabi Haifa Women remain competitive but will view this as a missed home opportunity. Both teams will look to sharpen their late-game execution as the season unfolds.