Petah Tikva Troopers
American football team in Israel
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The Petah Tikva Troopers are a semiprofessional American football team based in Petah Tikva, Israel. The Troopers compete in the Israel Football League.
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| Founded | 2011 |
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| League | Israel Football League |
| Location | Petah Tikva, Israel |
| Stadium | HaMoshava Stadium |
| Colors | Green and Yellow |
Head coach | Avi Eastman |
History
The Troopers began their inaugural season in 2011 and had limited success during their first five seasons. However, in 2017 they reached the semifinals[1] after a 9–1 regular season and in 2018 they reached their first Israel Bowl, when they were defeated by the Jerusalem Lions, 28–20, in Israel Bowl XI.[2]
Sponsorship
The Troopers are sponsored by Mike's Place, a bar and restaurant chain in Israel.[3]
Stadium
The Troopers play their home games at HaMoshava Stadium in Petah Tikva.[4]