Captain Belaga of Israel’s basketball U20s focused on leading at Euros

Rani Belaga, captain of Israel's U20 National Basketball Team, is leading the squad at the European Championship in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The 20-year-old guard, who recently joined Hapoel Jerusalem, emphasized teamwork and maximizing potential, stating, "We want to go as far as possible and maximize the potential of this roster." Belaga, coming off a strong season in the Israeli National League, acknowledged the absence of star Omer Mayer, noting, "When he's not here, every one of us has to give a little more." He also reflected on his positive experience with Hapoel Jerusalem and his close friendship with NBA player Ben Saraf, while remaining focused on the tournament's goal of achieving the best possible result.