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The article reflects on the pivotal decisions made by Jewish baseball legends Hank Greenberg and Sandy Koufax to sit out important games for Yom Kippur, high...

"Stars in the Ring" by Mike Silver explores the history of Jewish boxers in the United States during the sport's Golden Age, highlighting the significant pre...

The Israeli baseball team competing in the World Baseball Classic qualifiers consists mostly of American players who qualify under the heritage rule due to I...

This episode of Unorthodox features a conversation with former NFL player Geoff Schwartz about his experiences as one of the few Jewish players in the league...

In episode 57 of the Unorthodox podcast, Jewish football player Geoff Schwartz, part of the only set of Jewish brothers in the NFL since 1923, discusses his ...

After Israeli judokas Or Sasson and Yarden Gerbi won bronze at the Rio Olympics, judo has emerged as a potential new national sport for Israel. With five out...

Nate Ebner, a prominent New England Patriots player, has a remarkable journey from being raised in a Jewish household to excelling in rugby and transitioning...

In episode 49 of Unorthodox, the discussion features a Jewish gymnast going to Rio, along with Jewish guest Deborah Pardo-Kaplan, a freelance journalist expl...

In this episode of "Don't Hate The Player," the focus is on a Jewish sports author, Matthew Futterman, discussing the evolution of athletes' financial suppor...

This episode of Unorthodox delves into unique and diverse topics, from the intersection of sports and finance with Matthew Futterman to the pursuit of Latin ...

In this episode of Cult Following, the discussion ranges from Nazis to Taylor Swift and cats, with a focus on lesser-known Jewish figures in baseball feature...

The article discusses the connection between Jewish baseball players and the concept of failure in both baseball and life. While recognizing the pride in Jew...

In episode 35 of the Unorthodox podcast, the discussion includes the creation of an official tartan for Scottish Jews and features L. Jon Wertheim, the execu...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss a variety of topics ranging from the introduction of a Jewish tartan for Scottish Jews to sports journalist ...

In a recent episode of Broad City, Ilana is surprised to learn about the WNBA from NBA All-Star Blake Griffin, who praises the league and its players. The ep...

The firing of Israeli basketball legend David Blatt as head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers sparked speculation about anti-Semitism, particularly in the Isr...

Family members of the Israeli athletes brutally murdered during the 1972 Munich Olympics by the Palestinian group Black September revealed harrowing details ...

In 1965, Sandy Koufax made a notable decision to sit out of Game 1 of the World Series in observance of Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish religion. D...

Thirteen-year-old Noah Kales, a Jewish jiu-jitsu prodigy from Toronto, defies stereotypes with his impressive achievements in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, having won...

The European Maccabi Games, Europe's largest Jewish sports event, is set to take place at Berlin's Olympiastadion, where in 1936, Jewish athletes defied Nazi...

The U.S. women's national soccer team secured a triumphant win over Japan in the FIFA World Cup final, redeeming their loss from 2011 with a 5-2 victory. Car...

The Palestinian Football Authority decided to withdraw its motion to suspend Israel's membership in FIFA during the organization's congress in Zurich. The de...

Amidst a FIFA corruption scandal, the Palestinian Football Association has renewed efforts to suspend the Israel Football Association from FIFA due to allege...

In 1969, the New York Mets had a miraculous season, winning 100 games and the World Series, which some attributed to a series of unexpected events. The Mets'...

Al Rosen, the Cleveland Indians' former third baseman known as the Hebrew Hammer, died at 91. Despite narrowly missing the batting Triple Crown, Rosen was re...

Joshua Rocco, an 18-year-old Jewish hockey player from New Jersey, finds himself in the unlikely environment of Sugar Land, Texas, as part of the Sugar Land ...

Maccabi Tel Aviv's Under-14 basketball team traveled to New York City to participate in the Gatorade Battle of the Boroughs tournament during NBA All-Star we...

Irving Bierman, a 70-year-old Jewish fan, confronted New York Knicks owner James Dolan about his poor management of the basketball team, which has floundered...

The text provides advice for frum women on how to stay active during winter. It highlights outdoor activities like skiing, suggests wearing appropriate cloth...

Daniel Mendoza, a celebrated bare-knuckle prizefighter in late-Georgian London, was born to British-born parents of converso background in 1764. Despite a tu...

The National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame inducted its 2014 class, which included Adam Greenberg, known for being hit in the head during his first at-bat with ...

An exhibit in Salvador, Brazil, showcasing vintage World Cup jerseys includes controversial items such as the swastika-adorned jersey of Germany's 1934 team ...

The author criticizes the corruption and incompetence present in soccer, drawing parallels between the sport and politics. They highlight instances of match-...

In a discussion including topics such as a member of the Israeli Parliament criticizing the lack of respect for Torah amidst celebrations for Maccabi Tel Avi...

Sandy Koufax, the legendary Jewish pitcher for the Dodgers, made a cultural impact by choosing not to pitch on Yom Kippur during the 1965 World Series, leadi...

The article explores the duality of Ty Cobb, a legendary baseball player, and an anti-Semite. While Cobb was a supremely talented athlete, holding numerous r...

The article explores the transformation of the basketball program at Abraham Joshua Heschel School in New York City, engineered by athletic director Larry Ri...

Aaron Kaplowitz, a former IDF soldier, describes watching a pivotal NFL game between Tom Brady and Peyton Manning with his tank battalion commander on an Isr...

A grandson shares a heartwarming story of how his 94-year-old grandfather, who was never a sports enthusiast, developed a deep passion for basketball, specif...

Brad Ausmus, a former catcher and coach of the Israeli national team in the World Baseball Classic, has been named the manager of the Detroit Tigers, becomin...

The article discusses the influence of John Goldman, known as the Shot Doctor, on aspiring basketball players who seek to improve their shooting skills by pr...

Thomas Friedman's book "From Beirut to Jerusalem" recounts an encounter between Friedman and Rabbi Nota Schiller, who co-founded the Ohr Somayach Yeshiva. Sc...

Steve Calechman, a Boston-raised sports fan, shares his unique story of being a devout Detroit team supporter due to his father's admiration for Jewish sport...

Andrés Cantor, known for his iconic "GGGGOOOOAAAALLLL" call in soccer, gained fame during the 1994 World Cup. Beyond his signature call, Cantor has become a ...

Matthew Fishbane reflects on Roger Kahn's 1972 work "The Boys of Summer," a poignant narrative that intertwines the legacy of baseball with themes of Jewish ...

The author discusses their unwavering loyalty to Detroit sports teams, despite living in Boston, attributing this allegiance to their father's influence. The...

Ossie Schectman, a notable figure in basketball history and Jewish sports heritage, passed away at 94. Known for scoring the first basket in what became the ...

Issa Kassissieh, known as Issa 6, is a legendary figure in Jerusalem's Old City, hailed as the city's greatest basketball player. Born in the Judean Hills, I...

The author describes a transformative experience of catching a foul ball at Yankee Stadium and feeling a divine presence, akin to Jacob's realization in the ...

The text discusses the 1972 Munich Olympics where eleven Israeli athletes were murdered by Black September, a group linked to the Palestine Liberation Organi...