He deserves it. Disabled basketball player, Asael Shavu, will be honored to light a beacon at the state ceremony in honor of the 74th Independence Day of the State of Israel. Where he became a symbol of perseverance and determination after losing his mother and three brothers and was injured in a terrorist attack on Itamar in 2002, but did not give up sports, became one of the leading disabled basketball players and even represented Israel in the German league, considered the best in the world.
“In his extraordinary dealings with the difficult tragedy that befell him, Asahel represents the victory of the spirit of creation, construction and action,” he said in consideration of receiving the award. In addition, he also lectures to teenagers and teenagers around the country about his dealing with the challenges in his life. “
Alongside, a beacon will also be lit: Lt. Hadar Cohen, Elizabeth Sherstock, Mika and Uri Banki, Commander of the IDF, Deputy Chief of Staff H.A., Kalman Samuels, Maj. Gen. Yoram Yair, Yael Scherer, Munir Madi, Angel Alon, Dr. Simcha Gethon, Idan Kliman