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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 unique bond shared with his Jewish teammates. He also delves into the significance of representing Israel on the international stage and the support he's received from the Jewish community, especially during challenging times.
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 unique bond shared with his Jewish teammates. He also delves into the significance of representing Israel on the international stage and the support he's received from the Jewish community, especially during challenging times.