The World’s first Jewish hockey tournament recently took place in Israel and Canoe has the scoop:

The tournament began with fireworks and ended with former (Toronto Maple) Leaf John Anderson’s American team, led by Chicago draft pick Nathan Davis, beating Israel for the gold medal. Canada defeated France for the bronze. And in a country where the national pastimes are politics, survival, religion and conflict, sport was somehow the victor.

This is a warm article that speaks of contrasts: contrasts in culture, surroundings and even the eye of the media towards Israel. It is well worth your attention.