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Jews and Sports

While Judaism isn't famous for grooming star athletes, there's a rich history nonetheless.

Sports & Immigrant Jews

Immigrant Jews delved into sports to prove their mettle as Americans.

Jews and Baseball

Why do we idolize Jewish baseball players?

Hank Greenberg

This Bronx-raised baseball star became the pride of America's Jews.

When Boxing Was a Jewish Sport

Jews' participation in professional boxing in the interwar period is not as surprising as it might seem to be.

Sports & Religion Today

Religion and sports make good teammates.

Jews & Sports on the International Scene

The history of Jews in Europe and the early Zionist movement show ample examples of the convergence of sports and Judaism. By Michael Brenner

Israeli Sports

Moving into the international arena.

Arab Soccer in Israel

Soccer may contribute to the integration of Arabs as individuals into Israeli society--but it simultaneously blurs their national identity.

What Happened at the ’72 Munich Olympics

A coordinated Palestinian terrorist attack and hostage situation in which 11 Israeli athletes were killed.

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