Team Israel

Israel wins historic under-21 MMA gold at European Championships - N12

Yotam Glander won Israel’s first under-21 MMA gold at the European Championships in Belgrade, defeating his Spanish opponent in under a minute.

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Yotam Glander wins the first-ever gold medal for Israel's MAA under-21 national team at the European Championships. February 13, 2026.
Apr 17, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets center fielder Harrison Bader (44) reacts as he rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the sixth inning at Citi Field.

Harrison Bader, Dean Kremer headline as Team Israel announces World Baseball Classic lineup

Several MLB players have been added to Team Israel's roster this year, in time for next month's World Baseball Classic.

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Alon Leichman, former assistant pitching coach for the Miami Marlins, looks on before a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 18, 2025.

Alon Leichman becomes first Israeli head pitching coach in the MLB

Leichman, who grew up on Kibbutz Gezer, had just wrapped up a season as assistant pitching coach for the Miami Marlins when he received the news on Saturday.

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ISRAEL UNDER-21 players celebrate with forward Ran Binyamin (center) after he scored what turned out to be the game-winning goal in first-half stoppage time of the blue-and-white’s 3-1 upset victory over the Netherlands in Euro 2027 qualifying.

Israel rallies to shock Netherlands three to one, reviving Euro 2027 campaign

Guy Luzon’s side showed remarkable character in Budapest, climbing temporarily into second place in Group G and injecting new life into its campaign.

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Israel grabs Invictus Games gold, bronze

Them Israel's 20 athletes, who have sustained injuries during IDF service, are set to compete in various disciplines, including swimming, cycling, archery, table tennis, and indoor rowing.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
Britain’s Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the Whistler Welcome Celebration during the Invictus Games in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada February 10, 2025.

Team Israel baseball debuts film: 'Israel Swings for Gold'

Nate Fish, heading to the 2020 Olympics with Team Israel, filmed their journey. Now CEO of Israel Baseball Americas, he continues to support Israel baseball, fostering talent and resources.

JULY 1, 2024ByHOWARD BLAS
One of Israel baseball swag on display at film premiere and one of filmmaker Daniel A. Miller and Team Israel's Nate Fish

Team Israel launches American organization to support baseball’s growth in Israel

The new US-based nonprofit, which officially launches Monday, will focus on building a pipeline of American Jewish baseball players who may one day take the field for Israel.

MARCH 18, 2024ByJACOB GURVIS/JTA
TEAM ISRAEL won a silver medal at the European Baseball Championships in Torino, Italy, after a heartbreaking 9-4 loss to the Netherlands in the final.

Israel cycling opens season with victory

The team has displayed exceptional ability throughout the prestigious Tour Down Under.

JANUARY 22, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
ISRAEL - PREMIER TECH cyclist Steve Williams celebrates as he crosses the finish line to seal his victory in Sunday's Tour Down Under race in Australia.

Israel’s Under-18 squad ready for its turn

Omer Mayer and Co. hope to follow the summer success of other young blue-and-white National Teams.

JULY 20, 2023ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
JUST 16 years old, Israel guard Omer Mayer will suit up for the blue-and-white Under-18 team this weekend in the group stage of the European Championship.

Disappointing draw for Israel vs. Kosovo in Euro Qualifier

Hazan’s blue-and-white stumbles out of gate in Euro Qualifier, salvaging a point at Bloomfield

MARCH 26, 2023ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
Kosovo midfielder Arber Zeneli (in black) shoots between a trio of Israeli defenders during the sides’ 1-1 draw on Saturday night in their Euro 2024 Group I qualifier at Bloomfield Stadium.

Orthodox prospect Jacob Steinmetz shines for Team Israel in World Baseball Classic loss

Jacob Steinmetz, the first Orthodox Jew to be drafted into the MLB, struck out three batters – including a six-time All-Star and a World Series MVP.

MARCH 15, 2023ByJACOB GURVIS/JTA
Jacob Steinmetz pitched for Team Israel against the Dominican Republic, March 14, 2023, in Miami.

How Israel built its most talented baseball roster ever for the 2023 World Baseball Classic

Pulling the team together took a combination of personal cajoling, a widely respected manager and Jewish geography

MARCH 15, 2023ByJACOB GURVIS/JTA
MANY OF players who suited up for Team Israel at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 will be back donning the blue-and-white this month at the World Baseball Classic, where Israel will be playing in Pool D in Miami.

Team Israel loses 10-0 to Puerto Rico in World Baseball Classic's first-ever perfect game

Israel’s loss to Puerto Rico could be a harbinger of what’s to come over the next two days.

MARCH 14, 2023ByJACOB GURVIS/JTA
MANY OF players who suited up for Team Israel at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 will be back donning the blue-and-white this month at the World Baseball Classic, where Israel will be playing in Pool D in Miami.

Brad Ausmus, Kevin Youkilis join Team Israel coaching staff for 2023 World Baseball Classic

The arrival of former MLB All-Stars Brad Ausmus and Kevin Youkilis was announce by team manage Ian Kinsler, himself a former Jewish MLB All-Star.

DECEMBER 30, 2022ByJACOB GURVIS/JTA
Brad Ausmus, left, and Kevin Youkilis, right, have joined Team Israel's coaching staff for the 2023 World Baseball Classic.