Former Major Leaguer shares Amazin’ memories
October 2, 2008
Time marches on. That was Art Shamsky’s sentiment at a program hosted by the Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center in Little Falls on Sept. 21.Read More
‘Haifa Hoops’ to bring Israeli kids to the arena
October 2, 2008
The Maccabi Haifa Heat Basketball Club, an Israeli Premier League team, in partnership with United Jewish Communities of MetroWest NJ, has announced the launch of “Haifa Hoops for Kids,” the first ever Israeli sports philanthropic ticket program.Read More
Berra museum director spreads the word on sportsmanship
October 2, 2008
Yogi Berra is one of America’s most beloved characters. He enjoyed a 19-year career as a player, followed by several more seasons as a manager and coach. His simple, gentle demeanor — and unique ability to turn a phrase — have kept him in the embrace of an adoring public long after his days on the diamond ended.Read More
Selected web sites for the Jewish sports fan
- National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
The website for the National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame and Museum - International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame
The International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame web site - Jewish Sports.com
Not the most-up-to-date source, but still plenty of items of interest - Jews in Sports
Produced by the American Jewish Historical Society - Jewish Major Leaguers
Producer of the Jewish Major league baseball card set - Dmitriy Salita
The Official Web site of boxer Dmitriy Salita
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