The Friendship Games were established as a basketball tournament in Israel aiming at the participation of Israeli Jews and Arabs, and other countries of conflict in order to build friendship, and understanding between students. The first edition was held in 2006 with 8 teams taking part, and the even since then, also regarding the diversity in participation. This year marks the 10th anniversary of this important project. The tournament has proved itself to contribute to the co-existence between different religions, countries and people.

During the tournament the athletes will share many hours socializing and touring the places holy to the three main religions of the area. This have brought about and will continue to bring about a true feeing of friendship and brotherhood between the Athletes, no matter what their background or beliefs are. The project accurately reflects the spirit of the athletes in the sport professionally and socially and that spirit can be used as a tool for developing and promoting peace in the world.



The next edition of The Friendship Games, will be held between May 27 and June 3, 2015 in Eilat, Israel with the cooperation of ASA - Academic Sport Association Israel and Tel Aviv University Sports Club, under the patronage of the European University Sports Association (EUSA), International University Sports Federation (FISU) and some other partners.



Under the slogan 7 Days to Experience, a Lifetime to Remember, the tournament holds its promise for a truly remarkable event. The tournament will include the basketball competition - men’s and women’s teams, street basket 3 x 3 mixed team tournament, cultural and many other interesting events.



For more information, please see official website www.thefriendshipgames.com or their Facebook page.