Maccabiah
Editor's Notes: Countries didn't ban athletes from flying to Israel, they let the paperwork do it
A movement that began because Jews were shut out of a gym in Constantinople built games so Jews could always get in. This year, Jews who wanted in were kept out by paperwork of friendly governments.
WATCH: Maccabiah opening ceremony kicks off in Jerusalem, thousands of athletes in attendance
Social media star Montana Tucker to host Maccabiah Games delegation parade - interview
Maccabiah 2026 launched in Tel Aviv under theme 'More Than Ever'
Dahan fencing brothers: Israel's masters of the blade
While fencing used to be a sport practiced only by the elite – training at a high level is very costly – there are now 19 fencing clubs in Israel, from Ma’alot in the North to Beersheba in the South.
First female IDF paratrooper Yocheved Kashi dies aged 93 - report
“She is an example and model of groundbreaking pioneering.” Brig.-Gen. Yehiel Gozel, chairman of the Paratroopers' Legacy Association, said.
Roman Gronsky: A modern Maccabean hero
A short chat with Roman during which he gave me snippets of his family history and his personal story convinced me that this man was a hero in the same mold as Yehuda Hamaccabi.
Israeli softball: Can they win the Under-23s World Cup?
In the men’s Under-23 European Championships held last summer in the Czech Republic, the Israeli team won a bronze medal, securing a spot for the first time in the Under-23s World Cup.
Footwear designer Stuart Weitzman is a Maccabiah Ping-Pong medalist
Stuart Weitzman has designed shoes for the likes of Taylor Swift and Beyoncé. His iconic luxury footwear brand is sold in over 70 countries, he is also a Maccabiah Games medal winner.
Jewish Sports Museum in Kfar Maccabiah to open for Sukkot
The museum covers an area of 1,500 square meters and will present the exciting story of Jewish sports, from the 19th century to the present day, alongside more than 1,000 rare items.
The sky’s no limit for this Jewish 14-year-old high-jumper
Last month, JJ Harel participated in the Junior Olympics, where he won three gold medals and cleared 6 feet and 5 inches in the high jump - breaking a 42-year-old record for the Under 14 age group.
Letters to the Editor August 15, 2022: Strong connections
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
We need more Orthodox Jews planning the Maccabiah Games - opinion
We want the Maccabiah Experience – A Lifetime to Remember to include everyone.
Auburn senior Lior Berman opens up about playing D1 hoops under Bruce Pearl - interview
“Coach Pearl has been working on taking the team on a trip to Israel for a long time. It’s crazy how things work out and that five days after the Maccabiah, my college is coming here," Berman said.
