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Congregation Or VeShalom’s golf tournament on Aug. 17 will honor longtime member and three-time congregation president, Sidney Tourial (second to the right) // Photo Credit: Susan Tourial
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Or VeShalom Golf Tournament set for Aug. 17
By David Ostrowsky
Though public registration will close on Aug. 3, those interested in registering are still able to do so by calling Or VeShalom directly at 404-633-1737. Registration for an individual golfer is $250, while a foursome is $900.
Max Fried pictured warming up in the New York Yankees’ bullpen last Friday evening, minutes before taking the hill against several of his former Braves’ teammates // Photo Credit: New York Yankees social media
SportsFried Handles Braves in 1st Start Against Former Team
By David Ostrowsky
The Opening Ceremony of the 2026 JCC Maccabi Games marked the continuation of a now 44-year-old tradition, one that promises to continue for generations of Jewish athletes thanks to the new growth initiative // Photo Credit: JCC Association 
SportsJCC Maccabi Games Receives Nearly $20M Donation
By David Ostrowsky
Max Fried pictured warming up in the New York Yankees’ bullpen last Friday evening, minutes before taking the hill against several of his former Braves’ teammates // Photo Credit: New York Yankees social media
August 12, 2026, 10:21 am
Fried Handles Braves in 1st Start Against Former Team
The veteran southpaw helped snap the Braves’ eight-game winning streak.
By David Ostrowsky
The Opening Ceremony of the 2026 JCC Maccabi Games marked the continuation of a now 44-year-old tradition, one that promises to continue for generations of Jewish athletes thanks to the new growth initiative // Photo Credit: JCC Association 
August 12, 2026, 10:20 am
JCC Maccabi Games Receives Nearly $20M Donation
The Marcus Foundation and Samueli Foundation pledged to anchor the fundraising efforts for a four-year, $19.5 million initiative to broaden the reach of the Games across North America and return them to Israel in 2028.
By David Ostrowsky
The new exhibit, “The People’s Game,” highlights the role that soccer has played in furthering human and civil rights around the world.
July 29, 2026, 1:23 pm
New Atlanta Museum Exhibit Features Soccer, Human Rights
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights highlights the role of sport for social and political change.
By Bob Bahr
Though many of the fans on hand at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park for this year’s MLB All-Star Game didn’t give the Braves’ All-Stars a particularly welcoming reception, Atlanta’s robust five-member contingent represented the organization quite nicely // Photo Credit: Atlanta Braves social media
July 29, 2026, 10:28 am
Braves were Well Represented at All-Star Game
The Braves sent five players to the Midsummer Classic with the NL All-Stars falling to their AL counterparts, 4-0.
By David Ostrowsky
Congregation Or VeShalom’s golf tournament on Aug. 17 will honor longtime member and three-time congregation president, Sidney Tourial (second to the right) // Photo Credit: Susan Tourial
July 29, 2026, 10:26 am
Or VeShalom Golf Tournament set for Aug. 17
Though public registration will close on Aug. 3, those interested in registering are still able to do so by calling Or VeShalom directly at 404-633-1737. Registration for an individual golfer is $250, while a foursome is $900.
By David Ostrowsky
Atlanta native Josh Dwoskin turned his bar mitzvah project into an annual basketball clinic for children with special needs.
July 15, 2026, 10:13 am
From Bar Mitzvah Project to Annual Basketball Clinic
Atlanta native Josh Dwoskin turned his bar mitzvah project into an annual basketball clinic for children with special needs.
By Jordan Ross
After the Maccabiah Games were postponed last year due to thorny geopolitical issues, the 22nd edition of the famed global Jewish athletic event ensued earlier this month in Israel // Photo Credit: Maccabi World Union social media
July 15, 2026, 10:09 am
2026 Maccabiah Games Stifled by Ongoing War
“We were sure that things would be much better by now,” said Roy Hessing, Maccabiah’s chief executive.
By David Ostrowsky
After a dominant run through the regular season this spring, the Einsteins captured both championships of the 2026 MJCCA Modified Fast Pitch Softball League // Photo Credit: Jimmy Grinzaid
July 15, 2026, 10:07 am
Einsteins Win Both MJCCA Softball Championships
The team led a dominant run through the postseason to capture the double championship.
By David Ostrowsky
New England Revolution starting netminder Matt Turner is the back-up goalie for a white-hot United States team and the only Jewish player in this year’s World Cup // Photo Credit: New England Revolution
July 1, 2026, 11:22 am
The Only Jewish Player in the World Cup
Matt Turner is a goalie for the U.S. Men’s team and plays for the New England Revolution in MLS.
By David Ostrowsky
Though the Braves have gone through a bit of a June swoon, the local nine is still well-positioned for a playoff berth as the season’s second half dawns // Photo Credit: Atlanta Braves social media
July 1, 2026, 11:21 am
Braves Still in First as Phillies, Nationals Inch Closer
Atlanta sits atop the division as they await the return of Murphy, Waldrep, and Schwellenbach.
By David Ostrowsky
The Weber School track & field state medalists, from left: Eli Clark, Coach Trey Carson, Ryan Kasmen, Nuriel Shimoni-Stoil // Photo Credit: Trey Carson
June 17, 2026, 10:17 am
Jewish Track & Field Enters New Era in Georgia
Jewish athletes from across Metro Atlanta delivered one of their strongest collective showings at the Georgia High School Track and Field State Championships.
By Nuriel Shimoni-Stoil
After a long collegiate career that included stops at UPenn and Georgia, Pace Academy alum Brian Zeldin is now hoping to shoot up the ranks of the Minnesota Twins organization // Photo Credit: David Malamut
June 17, 2026, 10:16 am
Zeldin Looks to Make His Mark with Minnesota
The Marietta native currently holds a 4.22 ERA with the Twins’ High-A affiliate, the Cedar Rapids Kernels.
By David Ostrowsky
After nearly a decade of exhaustive planning, the 2026 World Cup finally descends on Mercedes-Benz Stadium this week // Photo Credit: AMB Sports and Entertainment
June 17, 2026, 10:15 am
FIFA World Cup Comes to Atlanta
Over the next four weeks, Atlanta will be the setting of eight World Cup matches.
By David Ostrowsky
Atlanta will host eight games: Five in the initial group stage — beginning with Spain vs. Cabo Verde at noon on June 15 — and then one each in the rounds of 32 and 16, and semifinals.
June 10, 2026, 11:17 am
Blank Built it and the World is Coming
The Jewish billionaire behind the Mercedes-Benz Stadium continues to invest in soccer.
By Dave Schechter
Is dad a sports lover? Consider gifting him one of the books for Father’s Day.
May 27, 2026, 10:12 am
Atlanta Sports Books for Father’s Day
Is dad a sports lover? Consider gifting him one of the books for Father’s Day.
By David Ostrowsky
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