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Argentine President Milei hosts Argentine Maccabiah delegation

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:38:42 GMT

According to FACCMA, Milei reaffirmed his support for Israel and democracy in the Middle East while expressing interest in the various sports in which Argentine athletes will compete.

Finals set as Maccabi, Hapoel Tel Aviv complete semi sweeps

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:22:10 GMT

Maccabi Tel Aviv cruised past Hapoel Holon 89-61 to complete a 3-0 series sweep, while Hapoel Tel Aviv completed its own sweep with an 89-81 victory over Hapoel Jerusalem.

Israeli basketball controversy continues as Hapoel Tel Aviv barely beat Jerusalem in Game 2

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:39:38 GMT

"I love this country to death. I grew up in the United States. I choose to be here. I’m a Zionist. I love this country. I love our people, but not everyone feels the same way," said Adelson.

Maccabi Tel Aviv beats Hapoel Holon 107-93 in semifinal opener

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:32:38 GMT

Maccabi Tel Aviv opened its semifinal series with a 107‑93 win over Hapoel Holon, playing before empty stands due to recent missile alerts.

Hapoel Tel Aviv wins first game in basketball series on technicality after Iran missiles

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:38:15 GMT

Despite Tel Aviv being awarded the game on the court after the game was abandoned, the Israel Basketball Association will issue a final ruling on the situation at a later time.

Maccabiah launches five-day sports festival at Expo Tel Aviv

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:27:42 GMT

Organized by Maccabi World Union, the festival is designed to bring Israelis closer to the Maccabiah experience while providing a family-friendly destination during the school break.

Israel Olympics icon Yael Arad awarded Chaim Herzog prize

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:31:15 GMT

Israel’s first Olympic medalist, Yael Arad, made history in 1992 when she became the first Israeli to win an Olympic medal, claiming silver in judo at the Barcelona Olympics.

Hapoel Tel Aviv, Jerusalem tip off semifinal series

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:06:35 GMT

After falling at home in Game 1, the Reds needed to dig deep, both mentally and physically, to take Game 2 on the road and then Game 3 back at Yad Eliyahu.

Israeli soccer superstar Daniel Peretz signs permanent four-year deal with Southampton

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 09:02:53 GMT

Israeli soccer superstar Daniel Peretz has completed a permanent move from Bayern Munich to Southampton, signing a four-year deal as the Championship club targets Premier League promotion.

Israel beats Albania in tense soccer friendly after booing of Hatikvah

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:26:26 GMT

“Throughout the three years of the war, I’ve become used to boos," said midfielder Eliel Peretz. "It’s unpleasant and disrespectful. But in the end, we’re professionals."

Maccabi Tel Aviv, Holon set up semifinal duel

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:12:58 GMT

Hoard scored 19 points, Sorkin added 18 points, and Marcio Santos scored 13 points in the victory, while Marquis Barnett scored 26 points and LJ Figueroa put in 22 points in the loss.

Hapoel Tel Aviv evens basketball quarterfinals, Hapoel Jerusalem reaches semifinals

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:20:15 GMT

Vasilije Micic and Oz Blayzer lead Hapoel Tel Aviv past Maccabi Rishon 95-69, forcing a decisive third game, while Hapoel Jerusalem sweeps Hapoel HaEmek to reach the semifinals.

Mac TA, Holon notch opening playoffs wins

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:32:13 GMT

The head coach may not travel with the team due to an injury, but Hapoel Beersheba midfielder Eliel Peretz is not concerned about his potential absence.

Yam Madar delivers derby masterpiece as Hapoel Tel Aviv heads into playoffs red hot - comment

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:54:19 GMT

The game was close after the opening quarter, but that was because Madar was just warming up for what was to be a historical night for Israeli basketball.

Mid-season hire Kenny Miller seizes his moment, delivers trophy, and stability to Maccabi Tel Aviv

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Fri, 29 May 2026 01:08:23 GMT

Kenny Miller capped a whirlwind spell at Maccabi Tel Aviv by guiding the yellow-and-blue to its 25th State Cup title. His future with the club remains uncertain despite success.

Maccabi Tel Aviv denies Beersheba double at soccer cup final

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Wed, 27 May 2026 22:34:37 GMT

Thrilling soccer State Cup final at Teddy Stadium sees Maccabi Tel Aviv yellow-and-blue’s 25th triumph, 2-1 rally over Hapoel Beersheba Reds

Montana Tucker, Netta Barzilai to headline Maccabiah Games opening

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Wed, 27 May 2026 22:09:11 GMT

The ceremony will combine music, sports, and Jewish unity, featuring thousands of athletes from dozens of countries marching into Teddy Stadium.

Maccabi cruises, Hapoel rallies as Tel Aviv basketball derby looms

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Tue, 26 May 2026 22:35:29 GMT

The round of games was also overshadowed by the death of Hapoel Galil Elyon’s Israeli guard Raz Adam last week at the age of 26 in a car accident.

Israel Basketball Association launches 'Back in the Game' initiative for veterans with PTSD

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Tue, 26 May 2026 22:14:15 GMT

The initiative was created in response to requests from members of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization, who said basketball had become an important outlet in helping them cope with trauma.

Israel flag football chases Olympic dream on road to Los Angeles 2028

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Mon, 25 May 2026 21:25:05 GMT

Despite the ongoing war, the national team has continued to hold regular practices, training camps, and scouting sessions to assemble the strongest possible roster.

Israeli Grandmaster takes gold at World Deaf Chess Championship, secures spot at Deaflympics

BY SHIR PERETS — Mon, 25 May 2026 14:00:20 GMT

During the tournament, Greenfeld competed alongside hundreds of chess players from 43 countries, though several countries withdrew from the event due to Israel’s participation.

Beersheba revels in edging Beitar for league title; mission not done

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Sun, 24 May 2026 19:07:37 GMT

The reality was simple: if you want to be champions, you have to beat the champions, and Beitar managed only two points against Beersheba all year.

Israelis win gold, silver at iQFOiL European windsurfing championship

BY YANIV TOCHMAN — Sun, 24 May 2026 03:23:00 GMT

The championship website, in discrepancy with Hebrew media, stated that, while Steinberg won gold, Tibi came in third and took the bronze medal.

Former Israeli national soccer captain Bibars Natcho retires from the sport

BY WALLA! SPORTS AND SPORTS SYSTEM 1 — Thu, 21 May 2026 01:57:37 GMT

Israeli soccer legend and former national team captain Bibars Natcho announces retirement, saying "My journey has come to an end."

Ramat Gan’s Nova Tribe expands sports activities with padel for survivors

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Wed, 20 May 2026 22:31:07 GMT

Nova Tribe expands its sports activities with a padel group, offering survivors and bereaved families a space for connection, fitness, and recovery.

Hapoel Beersheba captures Israeli soccer league championship over Beitar Jerusalem

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Wed, 20 May 2026 22:20:22 GMT

Next up for Beersheba is its final game of the league season on Saturday night, when it hosts Maccabi Haifa, followed by a State Cup final clash against the same Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Despite tense podium incident, Israeli fighter Yoav Manor wins bronze in Abu Dhabi

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Mon, 18 May 2026 23:01:09 GMT

Competing in the under-77 kilogram division, Manor completed an impressive day on the mats with three victories in four matches to secure a spot on the podium.

Israeli hoops players end strike, return to the court

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Mon, 18 May 2026 22:38:39 GMT

According to the agreement, starting next season, the minister’s framework will grant a budget of 2.2 million NIS only to teams that play with four foreign players throughout the season.

Hapoel Tel Aviv loses to Beersheba, Maccabi falls to Beitar in soccer Premier League weekend

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Mon, 18 May 2026 22:37:53 GMT

Hapoel Tel Aviv and Maccabi fell to Beersheba and Beitar over the weekend, leaving the league title race favoring Beersheba as the season nears its final matches.

Beitar, Beersheba in fierce fight to the finish

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Sun, 17 May 2026 21:48:57 GMT

Both top teams win, Jerusalem still trails by 2 points in the championship race with just 2 games left.