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The Return of ‘Orioles Magic’

September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 Michael Olesker

The O’s heading for the American League playoffs is truly something for Baltimore to celebrate, writes Michael Olesker.

Harold Solomon with fellow tennis stars Paul Cohen (left) and Eddie Dibbs

In an undated photo, Harold Solomon is shown flanked by fellow tennis stars Paul Cohen (left) and Eddie Dibbs.

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Tennis Star Harold Solomon Will Be Among 2023 Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

September 7, 2023September 6, 2023 Chris Zang

When Harold Solomon revisits his professional tennis career in the 1970s and ’80s, there are numerous highlights that stand out. But among his 22 singles titles, there’s one that touches Solomon’s Jewish roots like no other.

Gunnar Henderson (Colin Murphy/PressBox)

Michael Olesker Opinion Sports

The Kids Are Alright

September 5, 2023September 5, 2023 Michael Olesker

Instead of fretting over the future, the Orioles’ leadership should focus on developing its farm system to keep the magic going, writes Michael Olesker.

Jared Armstrong (right) is shown playing professional basketball in Israel. (Photo courtesy of Jared Armstrong, via JTA)

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Basketball Player Jared Armstrong Strives to Promote Black-Jewish Relations with Sports Clinic

August 25, 2023August 28, 2023 JTA

A native of Severn, Maryland, Armstrong made headlines last year when his citizenship bid was rejected by the Israeli government.

Oriole Park at Camden Yards (File photo)

Michael Olesker Opinion Sports

Oy, Dear John …

August 21, 2023August 21, 2023 Michael Olesker

A perplexed Michael Olesker takes issue with Orioles chair and managing partner John P. Angelos for killing the spirit of the moment.

Kevin Brown (Photo courtesy of the Baltimore Orioles)

Michael Olesker Opinion Sports

Broadcast News

August 9, 2023August 9, 2023 Michael Olesker

Michael Olesker shares his take on the Orioles’ suspension of play-by-play broadcaster Kevin Brown.

Pickleball has exploded in popularity at Jewish summer camps. (Courtesy of Camp Avoda; design by Mollie Suss, provided by JTA)

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Pickleball, America’s fastest-growing sport, is a Smash at Jewish Camps and Sports Tournaments

August 1, 2023July 31, 2023 JTA

Widely considered the fastest-growing sport in the United States, pickleball has exploded in popularity at Jewish summer camps.

Eddie Murray (Photo by Mitch Stringer/PressBox)

Local Maryland Michael Olesker Opinion Sports

The Return of Orioles Magic and ‘Steady Eddie’

July 31, 2023July 31, 2023 Michael Olesker

Michael Olesker pays tribute to former slugger Eddie Murray as the Orioles prepare to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their 1983 World Championship victory.

Hello, Neuman: An alumnus of the now-defunct Yeshivat Rambam, Adam Neuman is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Carey School of Law.

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Pikesville Native Adam Neuman Joins Baltimore Ravens’ Front Office Team

July 12, 2023July 12, 2023 JMORE Staff

A longtime Baltimore sports enthusiast, Neuman, 33, will serve as chief of staff and special advisor to the football team’s president.

Spencer Horwitz: "You’re going to have highs, you’re going to have lows, you’re going to have in-betweens, but just keep going and everything will work out and that’s what I’ve been living my life by." (Photo courtesy of the Toronto Blue Jays)

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Timonium Native Spencer Horwitz: MLB Debut is ‘Everything I Dreamed Of, Times 10’

July 7, 2023July 7, 2023 PressBox

For the Blue Jays first baseman, his Major League Baseball debut exceeded even his expectations.

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Baltimore Area Native Spencer Horwitz Makes MLB Debut with Toronto Blue Jays

June 19, 2023June 19, 2023 Staff Report

A graduate of St. Paul’s School for Boys, Horwitz got a hit in his first Major League Baseball at-bat on Sunday, June 18.