Galil Elyon 89 – 84 Elizzur Maccabi Netanya
Ligat HaAl – June 22, 2026

Galil Elyon held off a resilient Elizzur Maccabi Netanya side to claim an 89–84 victory on home court, strengthening their position in the Ligat HaAl standings as the regular season enters its decisive phase. The win showcased Galil Elyon’s balanced attack and defensive stops in the closing minutes, while Netanya fought back from a double‑digit deficit but could not complete the comeback.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, Galil Elyon established control with sharp perimeter shooting and aggressive drives to the basket. They led 48–40 at halftime and pushed the margin to 14 points early in the third quarter. Netanya responded with a 10‑2 run, trimming the lead to four by the end of the period. The fourth quarter became a tense battle, with Netanya tying the game at 80–80 with just over three minutes remaining. However, Galil Elyon’s defense forced two crucial turnovers and converted on fast‑break opportunities to regain the lead and seal the win.

Key Moments

• First‑Half Efficiency: Galil Elyon shot 56% from the field in the first two quarters, with sharp ball movement resulting in 14 assists before the break.
• Netanya’s Third‑Quarter Surge: A 13‑2 run sparked by guard Omer Cohen (18 points, 5 assists) brought Netanya back into contention.
• Clutch Defense: With the score tied 80–80, Galil Elyon’s forward Itay Shapira stripped the ball and finished with a dunk, igniting a 7‑0 run that decided the game.

Standout Players

Galil Elyon – Tyler Robinson (27 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists)
Robinson was the catalyst for the home side, scoring in a variety of ways from beyond the arc and in the paint. He connected on 4 of 7 three‑point attempts and drew several fouls, finishing 9‑of‑11 from the free‑throw line. His leadership down the stretch kept Galil Elyon composed despite Netanya’s rally.

Elizzur Maccabi Netanya – Eitan Levi (22 points, 6 rebounds)
Levi powered Netanya’s interior game and hit a key three‑pointer in the fourth quarter to tie the game. He also grabbed three offensive rebounds, giving his team second‑chance points. However, two missed free throws with 90 seconds left proved costly.

Season Impact

With the win, Galil Elyon improved to 14–9, moving into sole possession of fourth place in Ligat HaAl. The victory provides crucial momentum as they face league leaders Hapoel Jerusalem next week. Netanya dropped to 11–12, sliding to sixth, but remains in the playoff hunt. The two teams are now tied in the head‑to‑head series for the season, each winning one game.

Galil Elyon fans will hope this performance signals a strong finish to the regular season, while Netanya will look to bounce back in their next home fixture against Bnei Herzliya.