Hapoel Jerusalem Advances in EuroLeague Permanent License Pursuit

"We are delighted to announce that we have officially taken the next step in the process of obtaining a permanent EuroLeague license. EuroLeague CEO Chus Bueno has informed the club that our application has been selected for the next round. We will continue to work with great determination and make every possible effort to make Hapoel Jerusalem a permanent member of the EuroLeague," the club stated in a press release."

This summer, Hapoel Jerusalem bolstered its roster with key signings including Shake Milton, Kenneth Lofton Jr., David Roddy, and Jaleen Smith. The team also welcomed former Monaco coach Sasa Obradovic.

Currently competing in the EuroCup, Hapoel Jerusalem is in the same group as Le Mans and aims to win the trophy, which could lead to direct qualification for the EuroLeague.

English Translation and Rephrasing:

Original: « Nous sommes heureux d'annoncer que nous avons officiellement franchi l'étape suivante du processus d'obtention d'une licence permanente d'EuroLeague (franchise). Le PDG de l'EuroLeague, Chus Bueno, a informé le club que notre candidature avait été retenue pour le tour suivant. Nous continuerons à travailler avec une grande détermination et à déployer tous les efforts possibles pour faire de l'Hapoël Jérusalem un membre permanent de l'EuroLeague », a déclaré le club dans un communiqué.

Rephrased & Translated: "We are pleased to announce our official progress in the pursuit of a permanent EuroLeague license. EuroLeague CEO Chus Bueno has confirmed that our club's application has advanced to the next stage. Hapoel Jerusalem is committed to intense effort and dedication to secure a permanent spot in the EuroLeague," a club statement read.

Original: Cet été l'Hapoël s'est renforcé notamment par les arrivées de Shake Milton, Kenneth Lofton Jr., David Roddy, Jaleen Smith, ainsi qu'avec l'ancien coach de Monaco Sasa Obradovic.

Rephrased & Translated: The team has significantly strengthened its lineup this summer, adding players like Shake Milton, Kenneth Lofton Jr., David Roddy, and Jaleen Smith, along with former Monaco coach Sasa Obradovic.

Original: L'équipe israélienne est engagée cette saison en Eurocup dans le groupe du Mans et a l'intention de s'adjuger le trophée ; le meilleur moyen d'aller directement en Euroleague.

Rephrased & Translated: Hapoel Jerusalem is currently participating in the EuroCup, in the same group as Le Mans, with the clear objective of winning the tournament. This victory would represent the most direct route to earning a EuroLeague spot.