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The Jewish Sport Report: Why the Von Erichs, wrestling family in the new movie ‘The Iron Claw,’ were so big in Israel

Plus, Minnesota Vikings kicker Greg Joseph banks a field goal for Israel.

The Von Erich wrestling brothers, subjects of upcoming film ‘The Iron Claw,’ were huge in Israel

Many of those who grew up in Israel in the 1980s were big fans of the Texans who helped popularize pro wrestling.

A rising South African cricket star dedicated an award to Israel. Then he was investigated for hate speech.

Teenager David Teeger, who observes Shabbat and keeps kosher, is the captain of South Africa’s under-19 cricket team.

Jewish NFL player Greg Joseph kicks 36-yard game-winning field goal after wearing cleats declaring ‘I Stand with Israel’

The Jewish Sport Report: The Hughes brothers make even more Jewish hockey history

Jack, Luke and Quinn Hughes make Jewish NHL history (again)

The Jewish Sport Report: Mark Cuban and Miriam Adelson make a Dallas Mavericks swap

An Argentine-Jewish soccer announcer talked about the hostages on air. His aunt was just released by Hamas.

Mark Cuban selling Dallas Mavericks to Miriam Adelson, the Jewish philanthropist and casino owner

The Jewish Sport Report: An unauthorized moment of silence for Israel

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