Aner Levron : From the Kibbutz to Fribourg Olympic

Aner Levron grew up in a kibbutz in the Upper Galilee, a world shaped by nature, community, and simplicity. This environment forged his values: solidarity, effort, belonging—and a love for basketball. Now 41, he is assistant coach at Fribourg Olympic, after spending 19 years travelling through Europe as a professional player, mainly in Germany but also in Austria and Italy. His journey was made possible partly thanks to his German roots: his grandparents were born in Germany before fleeing the country, allowing him to obtain a German passport and explore Europe.Levron’s career unfolded across seventeen cities. Not a star, but a hardworking, selfless player, he built balance on the court and uplifted teammates. A standout game in Germany, where he scored 27 points and was named MVP, symbolized a personal reconciliation with a complex past marked by Jewish history.Since settling in Switzerland, he has become a central figure at Fribourg Olympic. Known for his “tough love” philosophy, he acts as a bridge between players and coaches—strict, supportive, available at any hour. He has lived intense moments with the club, including a memorable Europe Cup quarter‑final in Thessaloniki.The war in Israel deeply affected him, especially the attacks on kibbutzim. Yet he holds on to the hope of peace. Today, in Fribourg, he continues to grow, teach, and help others evolve, his journey still unfolding.By David Glaser Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.