A fearless squad of teenage athletes in Gaza is rewriting the playbook – literally. Meet the women's youth basketball team defying stereotypes, swapping societal expectations for jump shots and crossover dribbles. 🏀🔥
Court in a Conflict Zone
Between power outages and limited resources, these girls train on makeshift courts, their sneakers pounding to the rhythm of resilience. 'We want to show Palestine’s strength through sports,' says 16-year-old team captain Lina. Their secret weapon? Unshakable grit and 5 AM practices before school.
Three-Point Goals
While the Tokyo 2020 Olympics saw Palestine represented by five athletes, this squad eyes future international tournaments. Their message? 'Sports transcend borders – we’re playing for every girl told she can’t.' 🏆🇵🇸
