Olympics
Prince of Tbilisi: Teen Izhak Ashpiz’s impressively stoic rise to Israeli judo royalty
Winning gold here as an outsider is akin to winning a high-stakes poker game in a room full of professionals who own the house. Ashpiz didn’t just win; he dictated the terms of the engagement.
Sporting bodies failing Iran's athletes, fmr. head coach of Iran’s national wrestling team says
Trump awards Connor Hellebuyck Presidential Medal of Freedom after Olympic victory
Yaron Lischinsky’s brother, Jewish hockey stars among guests at Trump’s State of the Union
El Al partners with Israel Olympics delegation for LA 2028
The agreement reflects a shared commitment to excellence, national pride, and supporting Israeli athletes on their journey to the world’s biggest sporting stage.
Israeli Olympic and Paralympic athletes unite in Tel Aviv
"This is just the beginning of a partnership that’s changing reality, and this path will prove that it’s truly unrivaled," said Paralympian Lihi Ben David.
Bazan backs veteran rehab and Paralympic athletes in groundbreaking national program
As part of its social commitment, Bazan supports wounded veterans’ recovery and sponsors athletes' training for LA 2028 Paralympics
Israel judo coach Oren Smadja resigns after 15 years
"Precisely because judo is part of my soul, I can no longer, I can’t believe I’m saying this, but that’s it, I’m giving up and submitting my resignation," Smadja said on social media.
OCI honors fallen athlete Eden Nimri with handwritten logo tribute
Nimri, a former member of Israel’s national youth swimming team, was killed while defending the Nahal Oz outpost during Hamas’s surprise attack.
Strength meets sea: IDF orphans, Olympic athletes unite for inspirational day in Eilat
Bereaved children joined Olympic athletes in Eilat for a day of strength, sport, and healing, part of the annual “Otzma” camp initiative.
Israel, Romania sign landmark Olympic cooperation agreement
The agreement was signed by Yael Arad, Chair of the Olympic Committee of Israel, and Mihai Covaliu, President of the Romanian Olympic and Sports Committee.
Shul runnings: The Israeli bobsled, skeleton racing teams with Olympic ambitions
Israel’s bobsled and skeleton racing teams prepare for the World Championship – and the Winter Olympics
Paltchik Foundation awards scholarships to 10 promising young athletes
Olympic judoka Peter Paltchik’s foundation grants NIS 54,000 annual scholarships to support rising Israeli sports stars.
‘September 5’ relives the ’72 Munich massacre - review
We still remember 1972 and know its tragic story, but now that October 7 has been repackaged by certain elements of the media as 'resistance,' it's especially important that 'September 5' be seen.
