What Israel Means to Me: Josh Pastner
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What Israel Means to Me: Josh Pastner

Here’s what the Georgia Tech men’s basketball coach has to say as we celebrate Israel’s 70th birthday.

Josh Pastner captures dawn at the Western Wall.
Josh Pastner captures dawn at the Western Wall.

I can very much relate what Israel means to me as a reflection of my profession and personal values in being a former basketball player and a current Division I college coach.

Israel to me is persistent in continually facing challenging situations as a society and country; driven, dedicated and disciplined in maintaining the importance of culture, core values and many years of tradition; a positive influence on its youth and people; a continued belief in the goodness of individuals; and an attitude and pride of greatness as a whole.

Josh Pastner

On a much lighter note, Israel also has great basketball leagues and programs; the country values basketball as a sport. Being involved in basketball my entire life, I can appreciate Israel’s interest in my career and favorite sport.

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