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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.

0 Sports History

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.

0 Sports Culture

3 of the top 5 NCAA men’s basketball teams are coached by Jews

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 17 Jan

Three of the top five NCAA men's basketball teams are currently coached by Jewish coaches, highlighting a notable presence of Jewish leadership in this sport.

0 Antisemitism Communities

No Room For Dissent in the Newsroom?

Tom Gjelten in Moment · 20 Nov 2024

The article explores the tension experienced by Jewish students involved in college journalism and campus activities in the wake of heightened pro-Palestinian activism and hostility towards Israel.

0 Sports Culture

Gainesville’s Golden boy

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 6 Oct 2022

Todd Golden, recently appointed as the head coach of the University of Florida men's basketball team, is revitalizing Gators basketball by embracing his Jewish identity and connecting with the university's substantial Jewish community.