A look back at Michael Herson’s baseball career as a Terp
By Jackie Budko
For Mitzpeh
@JackieBudko
Michael Herson started playing baseball in 1964 at Northwood High School in nearby Silver Spring.
He received a scholarship to play baseball at this university as a pitcher for the freshman team in ...
The future remains uncertain for Israeli national soccer team
By Harrison Cann
For Mitzpeh
@harry_cann
Fans of Israeli soccer have had a frustrating couple of months. In October, Israel failed, yet again, to qualify for the FIFA World Cup, making it 47 years now since the national team has qualified. ...
Students discuss their picks for best Jewish athlete
By Harrison Cann
For Mitzpeh
@harry_cann
Some may not be too vocal about their beliefs, but faith is a driving force for a many professional athletes.
A lot of players are seen with cross necklaces or a bible verse tattoo on their arm, but ...
Ex-jock John Feinstein brings his love of sports to The Post
By Kate Casey
For Mitzpeh
@katecaseykc
Since baseball was conceived, the time from the crack of the bat to the time you learn about it has dwindled down to almost a single second. Thanks to the growing internet platform and social media ...
Crash ends UMD alum’s run at Israel in Winter Olympic games
By Harrison Cann
For Mitzpeh
@harry_cann
Not many people imagine finding their calling while watching television in their dorm room, and Bradley Chalupski is no exception.
Chalupski, a skeleton racer for Israel, first discovered the sport ...
NHBT athletes find ways to stay ready for tournament time
By Zach Selby
Sports editor
@ZachDar61
April is an important month for Jewish athletes across the country. It’s the month they step onto the court at this university to represent their school in the National Hillel Basketball Tournament.
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Susskind finds life lessons combining basketball, Judaism
By Miller Friedman
Staff writer
@miller_friedman
Jacob Susskind’s career at this university made several headlines in the Jewish community.
Susskind was a walk-on for the this university’s basketball team, and even though he averaged ...
