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At the ‘Jewish Olympics,’ Argentine athletes made a splash playing for their country — and for many others

Dozens of Argentines suited up for different countries at the Maccabiah Games, highlighting how widespread Jewish athletics are back home.

Auburn University men’s basketball team to embark on a ‘Birthright for College Basketball’ Israel trip

Team coach Bruce Pearl is one of the more outspokenly Jewish and pro-Israel figures in sports.

At left, Adam and Judy Henry. At right, a gold medal

How the Maccabiah Games supported a Jewish family in the face of tragedy

Four years after a devastating personal loss, the Maccabiah Games honored Adam Henry and his family with a moving symbol of support.

Jewish Broadway star Ben Platt performs national anthem at baseball’s All-Star game

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NBA star Joel Embiid goes viral for dancing the hora at Jewish friend’s wedding

Joc Pederson to play for Team Israel in the 2023 World Baseball Classic

Jewish pitcher Eric Reyzelman drafted by the New York Yankees

A 100-year-old Jewish doctor in Cleveland is officially the world’s oldest practicing physician

Jewish Super Bowl champion Mitchell Schwartz retires from the NFL

Jewish pitcher Eric Reyzelman throws 100 mph. Is it enough for the MLB Draft?

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