Golan Staff

Mark

• Position: Golan Unit Head
• Fun Facts
  • Mark comes to Sabra all the way from Scottsdale, Arizona. Although this is his first year on the peninsula he has over 30 years of summer camp experience.
  • Mark is super excited to help his campers and staff have an amazing summer!
  • When Mark is not at camp he is a Hebrew teacher and basketball coach.

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Alex

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Sail
• Years at Camp: 8th
• ​Fun Facts:
  • Alex is a senior in high school from Omaha, NE. 
  • In his free time, he enjoys playing tennis, participating in BBYO, dance marathons, and DECA. 
  • ​​Alex is looking forward to gaining close relationships with the staff and his campers this summer.

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Cory

• ​Unit: Golan
• Area: Tripping
• Years at Camp: 8th
• Fun Facts:
  • Cory’s greatest accomplishment was peaking the mountain during his Masada trip.
  • After camp, Cory will be taking an educational trip to Canada and France.
  • ​​Cory’s goal for the summer is to make an impact on his campers so they will remember him for years to come.

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Brett

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Pool
• Years at Camp: 7th
• Fun Facts:
  • Brett is a senior from St. Louis, Missouri.
  • In his free time, he works at Boardwalk Pizza and is a member of his BBYO chapter.
  • ​​Brett is excited to be a role model for his campers and help them have an unforgettable experience.

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Leo

• ​​Unit: Golan
• Area: Pool
• Years at Camp: 10th
• Fun Facts:
  • Leo’s goal for the summer is to have an unforgettable summer with his campers and friends!
  • After camp, Leo will be starting his freshman year at Indiana University.
  • ​Leo’s role model in life is his dad Craig.

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Zac

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Swim 
• Years at Camp: 11th
• Fun Facts:
  • Zac is ready to take on his 11th summer on the peninsula. He is excited to have fun with his campers and help create memories they will never forget.
  • In Zac’s free time, he enjoys weight lifting and playing basketball.
  • ​​Zac’s favorite area at camp is Landsports because there are many activities to participate in!

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Josh

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Pool
• Years at Camp: 4th
• Fun Facts:
  • Josh is excited to be a Golan counselor this summer and meet all his campers. His goal for the summer is to be on time for everything!
  • In Josh’s free time, he enjoys watching or playing sports, especially baseball.
  • ​​Josh’s role model is his dad. He can always count on him for anything.

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Noah

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Ski 
• Years at Camp: 2nd
• Fun Facts:
  • Noah is excited to help his campers grow this summer and take them water skiing! 
  • After camp, Noah will be returning to school at Montana State University.
  • A fun fact about Noah plays the trombone and even toured with an Orchestra in Europe!

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Sam R. 

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Tripping
• Years at Camp: 6th
• Fun Facts:
  • Sam is excited to work with his campers and staff this summer to create new memories.
  • When Sam’s not at camp, you can find him playing video or board games or ultimate frisbee. 
  • He is also an Eagle Scout!

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Sam D.

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Ski
• Years at Camp: 10th
• Fun Facts:    
  • After camp, Sam will be returning to St. Louis to complete his senior year of high school.
  • Sam’s greatest accomplishment was winning the Missouri Hockey State Championship game two years ago.
  • ​​In Sam’s free time, he enjoys water and snow skiing!

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Kiran

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Swim
• Years at Camp: First summer!
• Fun Facts:
  • In the fall, Kiran will begin his freshman year at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
  • In Kiran’s free time he enjoys playing hockey. He actually served as the captain of his competitive team in high school. 
  • ​​Kiran is super excited to spend his first summer on the peninsula!

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Ryder

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Landsports
• Years at Camp: 6th
• Fun Facts:
  • Ryder is excited to take on his 6th year on the peninsula. His favorite camp memory is getting to the top of Anchor Mountain during his Masada trip.
  • The craziest thing Ryder has ever done was gone Skydiving!
  • ​​Ryder’s role model is his grandpa because he always had a good attitude no matter the situation!

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Evan F.

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Pool
• Years at Camp: 6th
• Fun Facts:
  • In the fall, Evan will begin his freshman year at the University of Arizona.
  • One thing on Evan’s bucket list is to visit every continent. 
  • ​​In Evan’s free time, he enjoys listening to music and playing basketball.

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Jacob L.

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Landsports
• Years at Camp: 7th
• Fun Facts:
  • Jacob is a junior from Houston, TX. When not at camp, he serves as the president of the Chess club at his high school. 
  • After camp, Jacob and his family are visiting London.
  • ​One of Jacob’s greatest accomplishments includes eating 15 grilled cheese during one lunch period.

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Ben K.

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Landsports
• Years at Camp: 3rd
• Fun Facts:
  • Ben is a junior from Dallas, TX. 
  • When not at camp Ben is involved in BBYO and the Jewish Student Union. He also plays football. 
    
  • ​​​​Ben is excited to get to know his almagor campers and create new memories.

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Jonny

• Unit: Golan
• Area: Landsports
• Years at Camp: 6th
• Fun Facts:
  • Jonny from Houston, TX and is excited to meet his campers.
  • After camp, Jonny will be working at his internship in the business side of the oil industry. 
  • ​​When Jonny is in Houston, he holds the position of recruitment chair for his BBYO chapter. He also enjoys playing soccer and chess in his free time.

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