Jewish Baseball - More Than A Game Episode 58 (Slaide Naturman)

Jewish Baseball - More Than A Game Episode 58 (Slaide Naturman)

Fresh off a National Championship with the University of Tampa, Slaide Naturman returns to Jewish Baseball: More Than A Game! In this episode, Slaide takes us behind the scenes of Tampa's championship run, sharing what it was like competing for a national title, the challenges and highlights of the season, and the culture that helped his team reach the top of college baseball. We also discuss his development as a player, his experience as a Jewish athlete, lessons learned throughout his baseball journey, and what's next after winning it all. Whether you're a baseball fan, student-athlete, coach, or someone who enjoys stories of perseverance and success, this is an episode you won't want to miss. ⚾ University of Tampa Baseball 🏆 NCAA Division II National Champion ✡️ Proud Jewish Athlete Follow Shalom Sluggers for more conversations highlighting Jewish athletes and their journeys on and off the field. 🎙️⚾️✡️

Jewish Baseball - More Than A Game Episode 57 (Ethan Glassman)

On this episode of Jewish Baseball – More Than A Game, we sit down with Ethan Glassman, a former Division I pitcher at Oakland University. Ethan shares his baseball journey from growing up in Los Angeles to competing at the Division I level, the impact his Jewish identity has had on his career, and the lessons he's learned through the game. We also discuss life after college baseball, training, personal growth, and what continues to drive him both on and off the field. Whether you're a baseball player, coach, or fan, Ethan's story is filled with valuable insights on perseverance, dedication, and staying connected to your roots while pursuing your goals.

Jewish Baseball - More Than A Game Episode 56 (Aaron Weiden)

On this episode of Jewish Baseball – More Than A Game, we sit down with Aaron Weiden, third baseman for the Yeshiva University Maccabees and a graduate of Yeshiva High School. Aaron shares his baseball journey from his early playing days through high school and into collegiate baseball at Yeshiva University. We discuss balancing faith and athletics, the importance of Jewish identity in sports, lessons learned through the game, and what it means to represent the Jewish community every time he steps onto the field. Whether you're a baseball fan, student-athlete, or someone passionate about Jewish sports, Aaron's story is one of dedication, perseverance, and pride. ⚾️ Tune in for another great conversation celebrating Jewish baseball and the people making an impact on and off the field.

Jewish Baseball - More Than A Game Episode 55 (Noah Katz)

This week on Jewish Baseball: More Than A Game, we sit down with Noah Katz, creator of The Umpire Channel — one of the fastest-growing platforms in the baseball umpiring world. ⚾️🎙️ Noah shares his journey through baseball, how he built The Umpire Channel, what it’s really like behind the plate, and the importance of growing the game through content and community. We also talk about the role umpires play in baseball culture, social media growth, and representing the Jewish baseball community in a unique way. You won’t want to miss this conversation from a perspective of the game that fans rarely get to hear.

Jewish Baseball - More Than A Game Episode 54 (Ido Peled)

On this episode of Jewish Baseball – More Than A Game, we sit down with Ido Peled 🇮🇱⚾️ Ido grew up playing in Tel Mond and Ra’anana, rising through Israel’s national teams from U15 to the Senior National Team. He shares his experience representing Israel, serving as an Elite Athlete in the IDF, and competing at the college level over the past two years. We also dive into his recent decision to step away from the game, what went into that moment, and how baseball continues to shape his life beyond the field. A story of growth, identity, and perspective — this is one you won’t want to miss. 🎧 Listen now #JewishBaseball #MoreThanAGame #TeamIsrael