sports
A Brief History of Jews in the Olympics
The prevailing stereotypes of Jews as bookish, nerdy, or business-minded have led to a widespread assumption that, on the whole, ...
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.
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
Jews & Sports: Premodern History
Throughout Jewish history until the rise of the Zionist movement, Jews have harbored negative attitudes toward sports, often with good reason.
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.