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Florida’s Todd Golden becomes first Jewish coach to win March Madness since 1988

Ben Sales in JTA · 8 Apr

Todd Golden achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Jewish coach in 37 years to lead a team to victory in the NCAA men's basketball tournament, guiding the Florida Gators to a close win against Houston.

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Just 1 Jewish coach still in NCAA title contention as Todd Golden’s Florida faces Houston in men’s basketball final

Ben Sales in Forward · 6 Apr

Todd Golden, the Jewish coach of the Florida Gators, leads his team to the NCAA men's basketball final after defeating Auburn, coached by fellow Jew Bruce Pearl.

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Who is Israeli Olympian Yarden Jerby?

Unpacked · 6 Apr

Yarden Jerby is celebrated as Israel's first judoka to win gold at the World Judo Championships and is also an Olympic bronze medalist.

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Most people don't know this about Aly Raisman

Unpacked · 4 Apr

Aly Raisman, celebrated for her gymnastic prowess and her iconic floor routine to "Hava Nagila," used her platform to honor the memory of the 1972 Munich Olympic tragedy during her performances.

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Baseball's back, so here are the MLB's top Jewish players

Menschwarmers · 3 Apr

Major League Baseball's Jewish players are highlighted as the new baseball season begins, with discussions of trades, player movements, and standout athletes, such as Alex Bregman and Max Fried.

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The NCAA men’s Final Four has 3 Jewish coaches

Ben Sales in JTA · 31 Mar

The NCAA men's basketball tournament has a notable Jewish presence this year, with three of the Final Four teams led by Jewish coaches Todd Golden of Florida, Jon Scheyer of Duke, and Bruce Pearl of Auburn.

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Danny Wolf and Bruce Pearl — two of March Madness’ most prominent Jews — are about to face off in a Shabbat Showdown

Ben Sales in JTA · 28 Mar

In this year's NCAA March Madness, Jewish representation takes center stage as Danny Wolf of Michigan and Bruce Pearl of Auburn prepare for a high-profile showdown coinciding with Shabbat.

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The Trail Blazers let Deni Avdija cook, and minted a franchise player in the process

Louis Keene in Forward · 28 Mar

Israeli-born NBA player Deni Avdija has exceeded expectations since joining the Portland Trail Blazers, becoming a key figure in the team's resurgence despite missing the playoffs.

0 Sports Politics

Bruce Pearl opens NCAA postgame press conference by calling to ‘bring the hostages home’

Ben Sales in JTA · 24 Mar

Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl used a significant NCAA postgame press conference to bring attention to Edan Alexander, an American-Israeli hostage held by Hamas, highlighting his support for Israel and Jewish identity.

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Israeli-American Michigan basketball star Danny Wolf is seeking glory in March Madness — and likely the NBA

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 20 Mar

Danny Wolf, a standout University of Michigan basketball player, is making headlines in March Madness as a top NCAA contender and prospective NBA first-round draft pick.

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3 of the 4 top NCAA basketball teams are coached by Jews. Here's our theory why

Menschwarmers · 19 Mar

Menschwarmers explores the Jewish connections in the NCAA men's basketball tournament, noting that three of the four top seeds are coached by Jews: Bruce Pearl, Todd Golden, and Jon Scheyer.

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How to Be a Jew ... At the World Championships

Unorthodox · 19 Mar

AJ Edelman, the first Orthodox Jewish athlete in the Winter Olympics, shares insights from the World Bobsled Championships and highlights the challenges faced by Israel's bobsled team in terms of funding, equipment, and recruitment.

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Jewish March Madness

Jordan Poltorak in Moment · 17 Mar

Basketball has a rich history within Jewish communities, particularly since its rise in popularity on New York's Lower East Side after its invention.

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Jewish coaches lead 4 of 8 top seeds in the NCAA’s March Madness tournaments

Ben Sales in JTA · 17 Mar

As the NCAA March Madness tournaments commence, Jewish coaches are making significant marks with four of them leading top-seeded teams.

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Yeshiva U falls to Tufts in first round of NCAA DIII men’s basketball tournament

Ben Sales in Forward · 7 Mar

Yeshiva University's men's basketball team, the Maccabees, was defeated by Tufts University in the first round of the NCAA DIII tournament, losing 83-66 after struggling to close a significant halftime gap.

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5 Jewish Sports Legends They Don’t Talk About Enough | Unpacked

Unpacked · 5 Mar

Jewish athletes have made significant contributions to the world of sports, demonstrating remarkable courage and breaking barriers despite challenges.

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YU Maccabees head to NCAA DIII men’s basketball tournament for first time since 2022

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 3 Mar

Yeshiva University's Maccabees have secured a place in the NCAA Division III men's basketball tournament after winning the Skyline Conference championship against the Farmingdale State Rams, marking their return to the tournament since 2022.

0 Culture Sports

Country Club Adjacent: One comic's dream to blend comedy, golf and Judaism

Menschwarmers · 27 Feb

Jake Adams, a Jewish stand-up comic, blends humor and sports with his social media channel "Country Club Adjacent," which has gained massive popularity and now includes a podcast and merchandise.

0 Sports Israel

A Jewish college basketball star is turning NBA heads at Michigan

Louis Keene in Forward · 25 Feb

Danny Wolf, a standout college basketball player from Glencoe, Illinois, and an Israeli citizen after representing Israel in the Under-20 European Championships, is attracting significant NBA attention.

0 Sports Jewish Law

Team USA’s very Jewish '4 Nations Face-Off' team deserved a Canadian counter

Louis Keene in Forward · 19 Feb

The NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, featuring U.S., Canada, Finland, and Sweden, highlights a significant moment for Jewish athletes in hockey.

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How to Be a Jew ... Like Olympian AJ Edelman

Unorthodox · 19 Feb

AJ Edelman, the first Orthodox Jew to compete in the Winter Olympics, discusses his journey as an athlete, the challenges faced by Jewish athletes, and his mission to promote Jewish involvement in sports.

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How to Be a Jew ... Like Olympian AJ Edelman

Unorthodox · 19 Feb

AJ Edelman, an Orthodox Jew and pilot of the Israeli bobsled team, discusses his journey to becoming a Winter Olympian and the challenges he faces in raising visibility and support for Jews in sports.

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How to Be a Jew ... Like Olympian AJ Edelman

Unorthodox · 19 Feb

AJ Edelman, the first Orthodox Jew to compete in the Winter Olympics, discusses the challenges and triumphs of being an Israeli bobsledder and the cultural attitudes of Jews towards sports.

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Tale of a Too-Brief Friendship

Jewdicious · 18 Feb

Reflecting on the importance of friendship, Michael S. Lewis, a former orthopedic consultant for the Chicago Bulls, shares his poignant relationship with Brian Williams, who later changed his name to Bison Dele.

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Why a random Jewish college basketball coach is beefing with LeBron James

Louis Keene in Forward · 18 Feb

The unusual feud between University of Wisconsin-Green Bay head coach Doug Gottlieb and NBA legend LeBron James revolves around Gottlieb's critique of LeBron's son, Bronny James, as not sufficiently skilled for his college basketball team's starting lineup.

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