Israel Sports

Israeli sports hold a significant niche in the competitive world of European sports and Israel's sports stars, as well as, Jewish athletes from around the world are presented and celebrated for their contributions and achievements. Sports enthusiasts will love the section Israeli sports for the best of Jewish sports stars and their achievements.

Celebrating excellence: Israel’s Olympic year in review, aiming for future success

The Olympic Committee of Israel caps the historic 2024 with annual awards and the unanimous re-election of Chair Yael Arad following a record-breaking seven medals in Paris.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
13/12/2024

'More than a sporting event': Montana Tucker to perform at Maccabiah 2025

Tucker is expected to perform at the Maccabiah opening ceremony, emcee the Gala event, and help promote the games through her community engagement and social media.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
11/12/2024

Hapoel Beersheba soars into first place

Maccabi Haifa gets back on track • Maccabi Tel Aviv tied with Hapoel Haifa • Kiryat Shmona beats Petah Tikva

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
11/12/2024

Maccabi dominates Hapoel in Tel Aviv derby

Maccabi Tel Aviv dazzled fans at Yad Eliyahu, defeating Hapoel by almost 20 points in an electric derby, led by Jaylen Hoard's 26 points.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
09/12/2024

Ryan Turell bringing energy and passion to Israeli hoops

Turell was selected in the first round of the 2022 NBA G League draft by the Motor City Cruise, becoming the first orthodox Jew selected in the G League draft.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
05/12/2024

Maccabi Tel Aviv regains confidence in Euroleague

Full team effort in Berlin victory offers hope for upcoming clashes with Paris and Barcelona

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
03/12/2024

Hapoel Tel Aviv’s new era underway as Dimitrios Itoudis takes the coaching reins

The 54-year-old Greek tactician, a two-time Euroleague champion, signed a three-year deal worth a reported $1 million per season, taking over the head coaching role from Stefanos Dedas.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
28/11/2024

Israel secures EuroBasket spot: A tale of talent, depth, and determination

Not only did they win both games, but these victories in this FIBA qualifying window mean that the blue-and-white won’t have to worry about their final two qualifiers in February.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
28/11/2024

Blue-and-white secures spot in EuroBasket

Madar and Saraf led a strong second half for Israel, achieving a thrilling comeback to beat Ukraine once more.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
26/11/2024

Yovel Zoosman ready to lead on and off the court in season marked by resilience

The 26-year-old has played with Maccabi Tel Aviv and Alba Berlin before returning home to sign with the Reds and continue his career in the capital city.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
21/11/2024
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