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Josef Veselsky, Holocaust survivor and table tennis master who was Ireland's oldest man, dies at 107

Grace Gilson in Forward · 5 Jan

Josef Veselsky, originally Josef Weiss, was a Holocaust survivor and renowned table tennis player who passed away at 107 in Ireland, where he was the country's oldest man.

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The rabbi running a digital clubhouse for Jewish hockey fanatics

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 26 Dec 2025

In his role as both a Chabad rabbi and a Canadian hockey enthusiast, Zvi Hershcovich has creatively combined his passions by creating the online community @JewishHockey.

0 Antisemitism Sports

Why do sports stars keep getting antisemitic with a Jewish streamer?

Louis Keene in Forward · 18 Dec 2025

High-profile athletes have recently been criticized for making antisemitic remarks while appearing on the livestream of controversial Jewish streamer Adin Ross.

0 Television/Film Sports

The real story of Marty Reisman, who inspired the new Timothée Chalamet movie ‘Marty Supreme’

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 11 Dec 2025

Timothee Chalamet stars in the film "Marty Supreme," directed by Josh Safdie, which draws inspiration from the life of eccentric Jewish table tennis champion Marty Reisman.

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Alon Leichman becomes first Israeli head pitching coach in the MLB

Grace Gilson in JTA · 11 Dec 2025

Alon Leichman has made history by becoming the first Israeli to be appointed as a head pitching coach in Major League Baseball (MLB), taking on the role with the Colorado Rockies.

0 Sports Culture

He used to think Jewish athletes were a punchline; now, he wants to help them get a proper paycheck

Noah Hirsch-Rechter in Forward · 9 Dec 2025

Jake Retzlaff's journey from comedic jabs about Jewish athletes to influential participant in Tribe NIL illustrates a changing landscape for Jewish collegiate athletes.

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Zevi Eckhuas and Michele Weiss

Emes Ve-Emunah · 3 Dec 2025

Two recent stories highlight the concept of Kiddush HaShem, sanctifying God's name, through the accomplishments of Orthodox Jews in secular spheres.

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Manischewitz is taking suggestions for its next matzah-box cover athlete

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 3 Dec 2025

Manischewitz is expanding its innovative initiative to spotlight exceptional Jewish college athletes by featuring them on its matzah-box covers.

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Danny Wolf will see you now

Louis Keene in Forward · 3 Dec 2025

Danny Wolf, a Jewish-American basketball player drafted by the Brooklyn Nets, is making waves in the NBA with standout performances after a challenging start to the season.

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Meet Zevi Eckhaus, the Jewish college football bowl-bound quarterback who prays at the 18-yard line

Joseph Strauss in Forward · 1 Dec 2025

Zevi Eckhaus, the Jewish starting quarterback for the Washington State Cougars, uniquely integrates his Orthodox Jewish faith with his football career by praying at the 18-yard line, a nod to the significance of the number in Judaism.

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Getting to know Zevi Eckhaus, the bowl-bound Jewish quarterback who prays at the 18-yard line

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 1 Dec 2025

Zevi Eckhaus, the Jewish starting quarterback for the Washington State Cougars, uniquely combines his athletic pursuits with his faith.

0 Sports Jewish Law

WSU's Jewish Quarterback Attributes Success to God, and His Mom

The Cholent in The Cholent · 28 Nov 2025

Zevi Eckhaus, a Jewish quarterback at Washington State University (WSU), emphasizes that his faith and his mother's influence contribute significantly to his success on and off the field.

0 Prayer Sports

G-d Is Waiting To Hear From You!

Chabad.org · 25 Nov 2025

The video emphasizes the importance of prayer in Jewish life, highlighting how G-d is eagerly waiting to hear people's prayers.

0 Sports Israel

Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa says he wants to play an NFL game in Jerusalem

Joseph Strauss in Forward · 19 Nov 2025

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa expressed interest in playing an NFL game in Jerusalem following the league's first game in Spain, which his team won against the Washington Commanders.

0 Communities Sports

Hungarian Chess Champion Tícia Gara Makes Aliyah

Abigail Klein Leichman in Hadassah · 17 Nov 2025

Tcia Gara, a distinguished Hungarian chess champion, made aliyah to Israel in May amidst escalating regional tensions.

0 Sports Culture

It’s so cool that Sandy Koufax was there for that

Louis Keene in Forward · 28 Oct 2025

In a dramatic and exhaustive World Series game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays, legendary Dodgers pitcher Sandy Koufax was present to witness Clayton Kershaw, a close friend and his possible successor, finally shine in postseason play.

0 Communities Sports

The Minyanaires

Jay Neugeboren in Tablet · 28 Oct 2025

Jay Neugeboren reminisces about his time with the "Minyanaires," a youth basketball team linked to Congregation Shaare Torah in 1950s Brooklyn.

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Champion Black Belt Found God From the Fight

Living Lchaim · 25 Oct 2025

Sunny Levi, a 7th-degree black belt and Emunah life coach, recounts her journey from childhood faith struggles to a profound spiritual awakening.

0 Culture Sports

The best Shabbat I ever kept, or how to dodge the biggest World Series spoiler ever

Louis Keene in Forward · 24 Oct 2025

Author Louis Keene recounts his experience of maintaining Shabbat observance during the World Series clash between the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers, which coincided with Shabbat.

0 Sports Ethics

Was Deni Avdija an unwitting victim of the NBA's big betting scandal?

Louis Keene in Forward · 23 Oct 2025

In a season marred by scandal, Israeli basketball player Deni Avdija was a standout performer for the Portland Trail Blazers, achieving career-high stats.

0 Culture Sports

Daniel Naroditsky, Jewish chess grandmaster and influential streamer, dies at 29

Grace Gilson in JTA · 21 Oct 2025

Daniel Naroditsky, a prominent Jewish chess grandmaster and influential online figure, has passed away unexpectedly at 29.

0 Sports Culture

The Lakers were about to shock the NBA. But Shabbat had to end first.

Louis Keene in Forward · 20 Oct 2025

Yaron Weitzman's book, "A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers," reveals a surprising Jewish angle in one of the most shocking NBA trades—the transfer of Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers.

0 Sports Politics

An attack on Israeli soccer fans last year was dubbed a ‘pogrom.' Could it happen again?

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 17 Oct 2025

Amidst escalating tensions and accusations of antisemitism, the ban against Maccabi Tel Aviv fans attending a soccer match in Birmingham is indicative of the broader challenges facing Israeli interests globally.

0 Sports Antisemitism

British PM denounces ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at upcoming Aston Villa soccer match

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 17 Oct 2025

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has publicly criticized the decision to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending an upcoming soccer match against Aston Villa, condemning the move as displaying antisemitism and emphasizing the police's role in ensuring safety for all fans.

0 Sports Culture

The "Jewish Jordan" Who Gave Up his NBA Fame & Fortune for Shabbos

Living Lchaim · 11 Oct 2025

Renowned as the "Jewish Jordan," Tamir Goodman famously turned down a Division I basketball scholarship to maintain his commitment to observing Shabbat.

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