Binghamton graduate student Jack Green, who led the men's soccer team in scoring last fall, traveled to the Pan American Maccabi Games in Argentina with the US Futsal Team and won the Golden Boot (MVP) Award after scoring three goals in the title game against the host country. Futsal is a soccer-based game played on a hard court, favoring ball control and passing in small spaces.

Why It Matters

Green's exceptional performance at the Pan American Maccabi Games highlights the unique opportunities for athletes to combine culture with sport, representing the United States and being surrounded by other Jewish athletes from around the world.

By the Numbers
  • Green scored three goals in the title game against the host country
  • The World Maccabi Games are held every four years in Israel, with the Pan American Maccabi Games open to Jewish athletes from nations in North, South, and Central America
State of Play
  • Jack Green led the Bearcat men's soccer team in scoring during the past fall
  • Green represented the United States and won the Golden Boot (MVP) Award at the Pan American Maccabi Games in Argentina
  • Green reached out to Binghamton after speaking with former Binghamton forward Ethan Homler, who convinced him that Binghamton would be a good fit
What's Next

Green's outstanding performance at the Pan American Maccabi Games may position him for further opportunities and recognition in the international sports arena.

Bottom Line

Jack Green's success at the Pan American Maccabi Games not only showcases his athletic prowess but also the unique cultural and competitive experiences available through international athletic competitions.