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Maccabiah Games postponed to 2026, as Israel-Iran war disruptions start to pile up
17 Jun 2025
The Maccabiah Games, initially slated to take place in Tel Aviv in July, have been postponed to 2026 due to the ongoing disruptions caused by the Israel-Iran...
17 Jun 2025
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Josh Goldenberg: From Goldman Sachs to golf pro
4 Jun 2025
Finance graduate and professional golfer Josh Goldenberg narrates his journey from working at Goldman Sachs to seizing a rare opportunity to play in the RBC ...
4 Jun 2025
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Hadassah’s Slam Dunk
22 May 2025
Hapoel Lev Jerusalem, a burgeoning women's basketball team in Israel, is making significant strides both on and off the court, with considerable support from...
22 May 2025
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Robert Shwartzman, Jewish Knicks fans and Jim Irsay's legacy
22 May 2025
Jewish rookie Robert Shwartzman's achievement of winning the pole position for the Indy 500 signals a historical moment as he aims to be the first Jewish win...
22 May 2025
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Antics or antisemitism? Pro wrestler Sami Zayn has Israeli WWE fans feeling betrayed.
21 May 2025
WWE wrestler Sami Zayn, originally embraced by Israeli fans for his charismatic performances, has become a source of controversy due to his pro-Palestinian s...
21 May 2025
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In a first, Israeli rookie Robert Shwartzman wins pole position at Indy 500
19 May 2025
Robert Shwartzman, a 25-year-old Russian-Israeli race car driver, has secured pole position for the upcoming Indy 500, becoming the first rookie to do so in ...
19 May 2025
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Israeli driver Robert Shwartzman won Indy 500 pole — then talked about the war
19 May 2025
Robert Shwartzman made history as the first Israeli and first rookie in 42 years to win the pole at the Indy 500 qualifiers. The 25-year-old Shwartzman, born...
19 May 2025
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Jewish NHL owner suspended after social media spat with fan he called an ‘anti-semite loser’
14 May 2025
Florida Panthers minority owner Doug Cifu, who is Jewish, has been indefinitely suspended by the NHL following a heated social media exchange where he accuse...
14 May 2025
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'All my homies hate paintball Nazis': Antisemitism scandal tears through paintball community
14 May 2025
The paintball community, typically focused on tactical discussions, was recently struck by controversy when world champion Marcello Margott featured a paintb...
14 May 2025
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‘Regrettable’ pro-Israel tweets land Florida hockey exec in penalty box
14 May 2025
Doug Cifu, minority owner and vice chairman of the Florida Panthers, has been suspended indefinitely by the NHL after engaging in a heated Twitter exchange w...
14 May 2025
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How Yeshiva University's basketball team handled the season after Oct. 7
8 May 2025
Yeshiva University's men's basketball team faces a challenging season in the wake of the October 7 attacks, captured in the documentary "Rebound: A Year of T...
8 May 2025
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Yeshiva University basketball coach Elliot Steinmetz dishes on a season like no other
7 May 2025
Elliot Steinmetz, head coach of Yeshiva University's basketball team, reflects on the team's unique 2023-2024 season following the Oct. 7 tragedy in Israel a...
7 May 2025
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NHL playoffs: Edmonton Oilers? More like the Oy-lers
24 Apr 2025
Menschwarmers welcomes Matthew Leibl, former sports radio host turned podcaster, to discuss Jewish presence in sports, particularly highlighting the Edmonton...
24 Apr 2025
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Israeli mom ‘made it easy’ for new NHL player to make history
21 Apr 2025
Zeev Buium made history as the first NHL player born to Israeli parents when he debuted with the Minnesota Wild against the Vegas Golden Knights. Buium's jou...
21 Apr 2025
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Hapoel Tel Aviv nabs a European title, as 2 Jewish stars enter the NBA draft
18 Apr 2025
Hapoel Tel Aviv made history by capturing their first EuroCup basketball title, defeating Gran Canaria, which promotes them to the top-tier EuroLeague, joini...
18 Apr 2025
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Jewish family killed in New York plane crash
16 Apr 2025
A tragic plane crash in New York's Hudson Valley claimed the lives of a Jewish family and their loved ones en route to a Passover celebration. Among the vict...
16 Apr 2025
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From 5 a.m. tipoffs to bar mitzvah trips, Israelis are reveling in Deni Avdija’s breakout season
11 Apr 2025
Deni Avdija, the only Israeli in the NBA, is experiencing a standout season with the Portland Trail Blazers, much to the delight of Israeli fans. His impress...
11 Apr 2025
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How Yeshiva University’s basketball team rebounded after Hamas attacks
11 Apr 2025
In the wake of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks, Yeshiva University's basketball team, the Maccabees, faced the challenge of whether to play their season a...
11 Apr 2025
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Florida’s Todd Golden becomes first Jewish coach to win March Madness since 1988
8 Apr 2025
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, g...
8 Apr 2025
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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
6 Apr 2025
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 Pe...
6 Apr 2025
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Who is Israeli Olympian Yarden Jerby?
6 Apr 2025
Yarden Jerby is celebrated as Israel's first judoka to win gold at the World Judo Championships and is also an Olympic bronze medalist. Her achievements on t...
6 Apr 2025
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Who is Israeli Olympian Yarden Jerby?
6 Apr 2025
Yarden Jerby is a celebrated Israeli judoka who not only made history by becoming the first Israeli to win a gold medal at the World Judo Championships but a...
6 Apr 2025
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Most people don't know this about Aly Raisman
4 Apr 2025
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 Oly...
4 Apr 2025
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Baseball's back, so here are the MLB's top Jewish players
3 Apr 2025
Major League Baseball's Jewish players are highlighted as the new baseball season begins, with discussions of trades, player movements, and standout athletes...
3 Apr 2025
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The NCAA men’s Final Four has 3 Jewish coaches
31 Mar 2025
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...
31 Mar 2025
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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
28 Mar 2025
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 sh...
28 Mar 2025
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The Trail Blazers let Deni Avdija cook, and minted a franchise player in the process
28 Mar 2025
Israeli-born NBA player Deni Avdija has exceeded expectations since joining the Portland Trail Blazers, becoming a key figure in the team's resurgence despit...
28 Mar 2025
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Bruce Pearl opens NCAA postgame press conference by calling to ‘bring the hostages home’
24 Mar 2025
Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl used a significant NCAA postgame press conference to bring attention to Edan Alexander, an American-Israeli hostage held ...
24 Mar 2025
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Israeli-American Michigan basketball star Danny Wolf is seeking glory in March Madness — and likely the NBA
20 Mar 2025
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...
20 Mar 2025
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3 of the 4 top NCAA basketball teams are coached by Jews. Here's our theory why
19 Mar 2025
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 Pea...
19 Mar 2025
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How to Be a Jew ... At the World Championships
19 Mar 2025
AJ Edelman, the first Orthodox Jewish athlete in the Winter Olympics, shares insights from the World Bobsled Championships and highlights the challenges face...
19 Mar 2025
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Jewish March Madness
17 Mar 2025
Basketball has a rich history within Jewish communities, particularly since its rise in popularity on New York's Lower East Side after its invention. The spo...
17 Mar 2025
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Jewish coaches lead 4 of 8 top seeds in the NCAA’s March Madness tournaments
17 Mar 2025
As the NCAA March Madness tournaments commence, Jewish coaches are making significant marks with four of them leading top-seeded teams. Bruce Pearl (Auburn),...
17 Mar 2025
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Yeshiva U falls to Tufts in first round of NCAA DIII men’s basketball tournament
7 Mar 2025
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 afte...
7 Mar 2025
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5 Jewish Sports Legends They Don’t Talk About Enough | Unpacked
5 Mar 2025
Jewish athletes have made significant contributions to the world of sports, demonstrating remarkable courage and breaking barriers despite challenges. This v...
5 Mar 2025
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YU Maccabees head to NCAA DIII men’s basketball tournament for first time since 2022
3 Mar 2025
Yeshiva University's Maccabees have secured a place in the NCAA Division III men's basketball tournament after winning the Skyline Conference championship ag...
3 Mar 2025
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Country Club Adjacent: One comic's dream to blend comedy, golf and Judaism
27 Feb 2025
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 n...
27 Feb 2025
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A Jewish college basketball star is turning NBA heads at Michigan
25 Feb 2025
Danny Wolf, a standout college basketball player from Glencoe, Illinois, and an Israeli citizen after representing Israel in the Under-20 European Championsh...
25 Feb 2025
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Team USA’s very Jewish '4 Nations Face-Off' team deserved a Canadian counter
19 Feb 2025
The NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, featuring U.S., Canada, Finland, and Sweden, highlights a significant moment for Jewish athletes in hockey. American...
19 Feb 2025
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How to Be a Jew ... Like Olympian AJ Edelman
19 Feb 2025
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 a...
19 Feb 2025
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How to Be a Jew ... Like Olympian AJ Edelman
19 Feb 2025
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...
19 Feb 2025
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How to Be a Jew ... Like Olympian AJ Edelman
19 Feb 2025
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 m...
19 Feb 2025
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Tale of a Too-Brief Friendship
18 Feb 2025
Reflecting on the importance of friendship, Michael S. Lewis, a former orthopedic consultant for the Chicago Bulls, shares his poignant relationship with Bri...
18 Feb 2025
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Why a random Jewish college basketball coach is beefing with LeBron James
18 Feb 2025
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...
18 Feb 2025
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Why isn’t Domantas Sabonis playing in the All-Star Game?
14 Feb 2025
The article highlights various Jewish sports stories, from the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl victory to Jewish representation in major sports events. Despi...
14 Feb 2025
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Is This the End of Woke Capitalism?, With Jennifer Sey
13 Feb 2025
Jennifer Sey discusses her journey from a national gymnastics champion to a CEO advocating for women's rights in sports, emphasizing the challenges she faced...
13 Feb 2025
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Jewish baseball star Alex Bregman signs with Red Sox in record-breaking payday
13 Feb 2025
Alex Bregman, a prominent Jewish baseball star known for his strong connection to his heritage, has signed a lucrative three-year, $120 million contract with...
13 Feb 2025
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Jewish baseball star Bregman signs with Red Sox in record-breaking payday
13 Feb 2025
Alex Bregman, the Jewish baseball standout and former Houston Astros star, has signed a record-breaking contract with the Boston Red Sox for $120 million ove...
13 Feb 2025
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Fitness IQ: How Long Does It Take to Lose Fitness?
11 Feb 2025
Cindy Scarr explores the effects of pausing an exercise routine on fitness levels, particularly focusing on how cardiovascular fitness and endurance are impa...
11 Feb 2025
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Did the weekly Torah portion predict the winner of the Super Bowl?
10 Feb 2025
In a curious intersection of religion and sports, Benyamin Cohen's article explores how the Torah portion read during Super Bowl weekend seemed to foretell t...
10 Feb 2025