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Media legend Avi Meller’s death dims lights of Israel’s sporting arenas

Avi’s on-screen eloquence, even in Hebrew, was clearly shaped by his affinity for British commentators and broadcasters, and Israeli sports viewers highly appreciated it.

|ByORI LEWIS
THE WRITER (right) sharing a drink and a smile with Avi Meller in the UK ambassador’s residence in Ramat Gan in 2012 at an event to promote the London Olympics.
The late Avi Meller was one of the most recognizable and beloved voices in Israeli sports broadcasting, whose passion for soccer and distinctive commentary accompanied generations of fans over decades.

Israeli sports icon Avi Meller passes away at 72 after battle with cancer

One of the most veteran and recognizable broadcasters and soccer commentators in the country, Meller was regarded as one of Israel’s leading experts on world soccer.

|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
THE ISRAELI delegation celebrated a historic performance at the 2025 Deaflympics in Tokyo, highlighted by the country’s first-ever silver medal.

Israel's national curling team delivers best-ever Deaflympics showing in Tokyo

Israel's curling team is fighting for a historic playoff spot at the European Championships. Despite losses, they feel they're "moving in the right direction" toward their goal.

|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
ISRAELI JUDOKA Gili Sharir marked one of the biggest wins of her career by capturing the gold medal in the under-63kg division at the Zagreb Grand Prix.

Sharir shines for Israel, claims under-63kg judo gold medal at Zagreb Grand Prix

“I was happy to show quality, determined, and precise judo, and bring a moment of pride to the State of Israel.” Judo athlete Gili Sharir stands on the podium after a performance for Israel.

|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

With prizes totaling NIS 130,000, the Jerusalem Grand Chess Championship to kick off in September

The event will be concluded by a massive simultaneous chess event, where 1,000 players of all ages will compete at the same time. 

JUNE 15, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A chess board.

Jerusalem’s Ultimate flying disc team leads the league after beating New Age

Jerusalem Syndrome is first to oust the Ra’anana team from the top slot • set to play central Israel’s Element, the other top league team, on April 5.

APRIL 1, 2024ByNATAN ROTHSTEIN
Halell Romano of Jerusalem Syndrome (L) reaches for a pass while teammate Jakob Rheins (2nd R), opponent/coach Yaron Katzir (R) and Dave Landesman (distant L) watch. (Ayelet Ben Zion)

Jerusalem’s BCL campaign ends with a thud

Reds fire Kantzouris after eliminating loss to Karsiyaka • Holon also ousted • Mac TA rolling in Euroleague

MARCH 21, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
AFTER A promising start as the coach of Hapoel Jerusalem, Ilias Kantzouris couldn’t keep the club from falling into an extended slump and was fired this week.

50 Influential Jews: The Israeli Athlete - No. 44

2023 saw Israeli athletes achieve great success in different sports around the world. Here are some of the best of the best who represented the blue-and-white flag internationally.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Guy Luzon, Ofir Haim, and Inbar Lanir.

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.

National U-20 hoops team reaches Euro finals

Next up in the championship game slated for Sunday night will be the winner of the Greece and France semi-final.

JULY 16, 2023ByJOSH HALICKMAN
The Israeli National Basketball Team participating in the U-20 European championships.

Israel’s young basketball players need more minutes - commentary

Yaacov and Wolf star at U-20 Euros, but the rest of the national team’s lack of experience is concerning

JULY 12, 2023ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
NOAM YAACOV (center) has been one of the bright spots for Israel at the Under-20 European Championships. The blue-and-white next face Spain in the round-of-16.

Maccabi Haifa clinches Israeli League Championship

The title is the Greens’ third in a row under head coach Barak Bachar, who is said to be leaving the club for Red Star Belgrade in Serbia.

MAY 17, 2023ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
MACCABI HAIFA players celebrate on the pitch after their 5-1 victory over Maccabi Netanya, a result that clinched the Greens’ third straight Israel Premier League title

Israeli judokas win three medals in international championship in Qatar

Israel garnered two medals on Friday at the international judo championship in Qatar followed by a third the next day.

MAY 14, 2023ByYANIV TOCHMAN/WALLA
Israel's Peter Paltchik in action during the -100kg bronze match against Canada's Shady Elnahas.

Israeli team wins eight medals, sets record in European archery championships

The Israeli youth team won four gold medals, plus two silver and two bronze medals, and also set a record for the team score in the boys' under-21 competition.

MAY 7, 2023ByWALLA!
Members of the medal-winning Israeli archery team.