The team represents the far-South region of the country - the Arabah area, and the Red Sea city of Eilat.

In early 2000, the team found itself in serious financial difficulties, which resulted in relegation to the Second Division (Liga Leumit, or the National League).

Source: Eurobasket.com Note: Flags indicate national team eligibility at FIBA-sanctioned events.

Source: basket.co.il Chealey, Joe 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in) 27 – 1 November 1995 PG 5 Israel Jorno, Koren 1.76 m (5 ft 9 in) 24 – 21 November 1998 CG 55 Israel Note: Flags indicate national team eligibility at FIBA-sanctioned events.

To appear in this section a player must have either: Even though Eilat has constantly qualified for European basketball they choose not to participate due to financial difficulties.