TanenbaumCHAT is excited to announce the return of the Israel Becker Basketball Tournament, taking place January 25-28, 2026, marking its 31st anniversary.

The Israel Becker Basketball Tournament was first held in 1995 as a tribute to the memory of our alumnus, varsity basketball player, and friend,  Israel Becker ’88 z”l (pictured left). This year, we continue to celebrate over three decades of athletic excellence, community spirit, and Israel’s lasting impact on TanenbaumCHAT. 

This tournament will feature five girls’ teams and four boys’ teams, with participants travelling from Montreal and Israel. Over four action-packed days on and off the court, student-athletes will compete at a high level while building meaningful connections and lifelong friendships.

To commemorate this years tournament, Israel’s close friends—who were instrumental in organizing the inaugural tournament—are once again leading a fundraising campaign to continue honouring his legacy. Join us in celebrating Israel’s memory and make a donation today.