Israel Sports

Israeli sports hold a significant niche in the competitive world of European sports and Israel's sports stars, as well as, Jewish athletes from around the world are presented and celebrated for their contributions and achievements. Sports enthusiasts will love the section Israeli sports for the best of Jewish sports stars and their achievements.

Ben Shimon preps Israel squad for World Cup qualifiers vs Estonia, Slovakia

The blue-and-white team aims to improve its record of one win and one loss, seeking another victory against the Estonians, whom they defeated in March.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
29/05/2025

Maccabi Tel Aviv takes semifinal lead over Holon, hires new GM

“I think overall I really liked the way we played,” Oded Katash said. “We didn’t start as we wanted to, but that was to be expected after a two-week break.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
27/05/2025

Hapoel TA notches tight triumph over Jerusalem in opener

Marcus Foster, Timor, and Blakeney closed the gap in the final frame to tie the game up at 82-82 with just under two minutes remaining in regulation time.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
26/05/2025

Maccabi Tel Aviv revels in Israel Premier League championship

Yellow-and-blue blows out Beitar to edge Beersheba • Zahavi nets brace in final game with club

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
25/05/2025

Hellenic honor: Greek diplomats salute Hapoel Tel Aviv for EuroCup championship

"This is a great, historic moment for the team and for Israeli sports in general, especially during these difficult times," said Maya Solomou, the Greek ambassador to Israel.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
22/05/2025

From the pitch to our hearts: The life and legacy of beloved Gadi Kinda

“This is the biggest tragedy to hit the club since the death of Avi Ran in 1987,” said a senior official at Maccabi Haifa.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
22/05/2025

In a first, Israeli rookie Robert Shwartzman wins pole position at Indy 500

In remarks after the race, Shwartzman signaled opposition to the war in Gaza and called for peace between nations.

By BEN SALES/JTA
19/05/2025

Netanyahu planning to attend Beitar-Hapoel Beersheba final, denounced by Kibbutz Nir Oz

The State Cup Final, this year played between Beitar Jerusalem and Hapoel Beersheba, will take place at Bloomfield Stadium. It is usually attended by the Israeli President, not the Prime Minister.

19/05/2025

Holon pulls out tough quarterfinals series over Herzliya

Kaplan’s team was able to come away with the pivotal victory with a gutsy performance by MVP Iftach Ziv.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
19/05/2025
Israel and US flags

New era in Israeli soccer: American group led by Ross Kestin to buy Maccabi Netanya

Maccabi Netanya will be acquired by US firm Aliya Capital Partners, led by Ross Kestin, pending approval. The deal reflects rising foreign interest in Israeli soccer.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
19/05/2025
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