Jewish Baseball - More Than A Game Podcast

Join us as we sit down with Brad Eisen, Showcase Director of Israel Baseball Americas, to explore how he’s building a pipeline of top Jewish baseball talent from North America to the international stage. From tryouts to tournaments, Brad shares his vision for developing elite players, strengthening Jewish identity through sport, and putting Israel on the global baseball map. Whether you're a die-h...

In this episode, Assaf Lowengart, the first Israeli-born position player to sign a professional baseball contract in the United States, shares his journey from Timorim, Israel, to the New York Boulders in the Frontier League. Assaf discusses his experiences with Team Israel, including his participation in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and multiple European Baseball Championships, and reflects on the uni...

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Holtz—former head coach of Team Israel Baseball and a passionate ambassador for the game. From coaching on the world stage to mentoring the next generation, Eric shares powerful stories of identity, resilience, and representing something greater than the scoreboard. Tune in as we explore the intersection of Jewish pride and baseball, and what it truly means t...

In this episode of Jewish Baseball – More Than a Game, we’re joined by Justin Alintoff—former college and pro pitcher, and Team Israel standout. We talk about his journey through college baseball, life in the professional leagues, and what it means to wear the Team Israel jersey on the world stage. Justin opens up about the pride and challenges of being Jewish in today’s game, and how identity, cu...

In this episode, we are joined by Adam Gladstone, the Director of Baseball Operations for Team Israel. Adam shares his unique journey in the world of baseball, balancing his deep passion for the sport with his Jewish heritage. From his experiences with Team Israel to the challenges and rewards of representing Jewish culture through baseball, Adam offers insights into what it truly means to be a Je...

In this episode of Jewish Baseball - More Than A Game , we sit down with Brett Holtz, a passionate advocate for both baseball and mental health. Brett shares his unique journey in the world of baseball, exploring his connection to the game and how Israel’s growing baseball scene has shaped his personal and professional life. We dive into the meaningful impact that baseball has had on his relations...

In this exciting episode, we sit down with Nate Fish, the CEO of Israel Baseball Americas and widely regarded as the "King of Jewish Baseball." Nate shares his incredible journey from player to executive, his deep passion for promoting baseball in Israel, and the evolution of the sport within the Jewish community. He reflects on his experiences with the Israeli national baseball team, his vision f...

In this episode of the podcast, Mitch Glasser, the Director of Player Development for Israel Baseball, shares his unique journey and experiences in the world of baseball. Mitch, a former member of the Israel National Team in 2017, discusses the highs and lows of international competition, the evolution of Israel's baseball program, and his pivotal role in developing talent for the future. He also...

Welcome to the very first episode of Jewish Baseball - More Than a Game! In this debut episode, we’re setting the stage for a journey through baseball’s rich Jewish history and the Jewish culture!