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.

Manor of influence: Solomon’s stunning Leeds season sparks transfer tug-of-war

After a sensational season in which he became one of Leeds United’s most influential figures, Manor Solomon now finds himself at a crossroads as the summer transfer window looms.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
14/05/2025
 MACCABI HAIFA'S Gadi Kinda (left) with Rabbi Shneor Gueta, who visited with the Israeli midfielder

Maccabi Haifa's Gadi Kinda sends emotional message from hospital

The video, shared by former footballer and now rabbi, Shneor Gueta, captured the emotional meeting between the two, as they called on the public to continue offering prayers and spiritual support.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
14/05/2025

Championship race coming down to wire

Zahavi hat-trick powers Maccabi Tel Aviv at Netanya • Beersheba clinging to lead with 2 games left

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
13/05/2025

Herzliya extends series as three playoff matchups end in sweeps

Bnei Herzliya fended off elimination with a home win over Holon to force Game 4, while Maccabi Tel Aviv, Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem advanced to the semifinals with 3-0 series sweeps.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
13/05/2025
Shira Rachlin stays still, grounded with the ball, while captain Esther Jarreau rucks over her to ke

Jerusalem’s lionesses roar to score in Israeli rugby revival

Between a ruck and a line out: The Jerusalem women’s team started out with five players and now has 19 – the most in the league.

By NATAN ROTHSTEIN
10/05/2025
 OPENING CEREMONY, Maccabiah 2022

How Jewish athletes are preparing for the first Maccabiah since October 7

This summer’s Maccabiah Games mark Israel’s first major international event since Oct. 7, 2023, spotlighting Jewish unity, Israeli resilience, and the power of sport.

By FELICE FRIEDSON/THE MEDIA LINE
10/05/2025

‘Excitement in the air!’ Team sports live draw held for Maccabiah

The draw included football, basketball, 3x3 basketball, and futsal, in addition to other group ball sports such as ice hockey, rugby, and baseball.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
07/05/2025

Hapoel Jerusalem partners with IsrALS

The team will promote the 12th Friends Race for ALS, a fundraising event providing critical support for ALS patients and research initiatives.

By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
07/05/2025

Maccabi Tel Aviv, Beersheba still neck-and-neck

Bloomfield draw keeps title race tight • Netanya blanks Beitar • Mac Haifa still reeling from Bachar’s firing

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
06/05/2025

Ashdod edges Rishon for Israel women’s hoops title

Maccabi Ashdod defeated Hapoel Rishon Lezion 76-60 in the fifth and decisive game of the series.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
06/05/2025
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