ABOUT
We provide players and fans with a common outlet for their interest in Israel Baseball. Our programs create a pipeline of talent for the Israel National Team Program.
building the next generation of team Israel
Israel Baseball Americas, a non-profit organization, is igniting the passion for Israel Baseball in North & South American communities. We are empowering youth development, fostering a global community of fans, and cultivating a pipeline of talent for Team Israel.
on the world stage
Since 2012, Israel Baseball has made waves on a global scale.
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world baseball classics#19
ranked team in the world2021
Silver Medal (European Championships)100+
members in professional baseball2020
olympic games participant#6
in the 2017 World Baseball ClassicMeet The Team
With decades of professional experience, our staff is compromised almost entirely of Israel Baseball alumni.
Advisors
IAN KINSLER
Played second base for Team Israel at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Managed Team Israel at the 2023 WBC.
Kevin youkilis
Hitting coach for Team Israel at the 2023 WBC.
Brad ausmus
Managed Team Israel in the 2012 WBC Qualifiers. Bench Coach for the 2023 WBC.
SHLOMO LIPETZ
Member of Team Israel for 34 years. SVP of City Winery in NYC.
Barry weinberg
Head trainer for Team Israel at the 2012 and 2017 WBCs. 33 years in MLB with NY Yankees, Oakland A’s, St. Louis Cardinals.
Jay horwitz
Vice President of Media Relations for New York Mets.
Josh lamberg
Founder and CEO of Signers National.
Dan rootenberg
Co-Founder and CEO of SPEAR Physical Therapy. Member of Team Israel for the 2012 and 2017 WBC.
MIKE SNADER
Security agent for Major League Baseball.
PETER KURZ
General Manager of Team Israel.
Adam Zarren
Managing Partner at Zarren Law Group, LLC.
Dan Wahlberg
Baltimore Managing Partner at BDO USA, P.C.
Rob Nelson
Founder of Big League Chew.
Adam Neuman
Chief of Staff & Special Advisor to the President Baltimore Ravens.
Mike LaCassa
Senior Director of Player Development, Major League Baseball
Board of Directors
Nate Fish
CEO & BOARD MEMBERCurrent manager of the national team. Member of Team Israel for the 2012, 2017, and 2023 World Baseball Classics and the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Coach for the YD Red Sox, LA Dodgers, and Savannah Bananas.
adam gladstone
COO & BOARD MEMBERDirector of Baseball Operations for Team Israel for the 2012, 2017, and 2023 WBCs and the 2021 Olympics. Front office executive for the Somerset Patriot and York Revolution of the Atlantic League, and replay coordinator for the Baltimore Orioles.
David Warschawski
BOARD MEMBERCEO of the #1 rated U.S. marketing communications company, Warschawski, and Managing Partner of the VC firm, W Ventures.
Jordy Alter
BOARD MEMBERCurrent president of the Israel Association of Baseball.
Staff
Nate Fish
CEO & Board MemberCurrent manager of the national team. Member of Team Israel for the 2012, 2017, and 2023 World Baseball Classics and the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Coach for the YD Red Sox, LA Dodgers, and Savannah Bananas.
Adam Gladstone
COO & Board MemberDirector of Baseball Operations for Team Israel for the 2012, 2017, and 2023 WBCs and the 2021 Olympics. Front office executive for the Somerset Patriot and York Revolution of the Atlantic League, and replay coordinator for the Baltimore Orioles.
Brad Eisen
Director of ShowcasesFounder of the Israel Baseball Academy. Fundraiser for the Jewish Federations of North America and Hebrew University.
Mitch Glasser
Director of Player DevelopmentAll-World at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Third base coach at the 2023 European Championships.
Eric Holtz
Director of TeamsManager of Team Israel at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Founder of GameOn13.
Alex Jacobs
Director of ScoutingScouting Director for Team Israel at the 2017 and 2023 WBC. Bench coach in 2021 and 2023. Former scout for the Astros and DBacks. Current scout for the Phillies.
Assaf Lowengart
Israel DirectorMember of Team Israel since 2018. First Israeli-born player to play professional baseball in the US.
Jon Moscot
Director of TechnologyMember of Team Israel at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Former Major League pitcher. Sales Manager at Uplift Labs.
Nate Mulberg
Camp DirectorFirst base coach at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Founder of TEAM Camps. Coach at Richmond University.
Josh Zeid
Pitching DirectorAll-World at the 2017 WBC. Pitching coach at the 2023 WBC and European Championships. Rehab coordinator for the Chicago Cubs. Pitching coach for the Texas Rangers.
Ambassadors
Eric Shuffler
AmbassadorJudaism is part of my core identity. Team Israel is a way to engage Jews and non Jews in the pride and success of Jews as athletes and people and to help keep Israel visible in positive ways.
Ken Stolman
AmbassadorTwo of my greatest passions in life are baseball and finding creative ways to support the Jewish community. As an Ambassador to Team Israel, I am fortunate to combine these while building connections with local communities, strengthening Israel’s image and also promoting pride in Jewish heritage. This is a huge honor and I look forward to growing the brand in new and exciting ways.
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Grow the next generation of Team Israel
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