March 2, 2022

Current Player Spotlight



Bailey Schwab

Bailey Schwab is a defender from Highland, Maryland. She just completed her senior season at Johns Hopkins University, which culminated with the Blue Jays' first-ever appearance in the NCAA Championship. As a starter in all 22 games who finished with three defensive saves and an assist, Bailey was a crucial factor for the Blue Jays' historic 2021 season. The team ended the season with a school record 22 wins; it was the field hockey program's first-ever 20-win season. We are so thrilled to have Bailey as a member of Maccabi USA Field Hockey and cannot wait to see her follow up on her impressive senior season on the field in Israel in just five months!

The Short Corner: What first drew you to field hockey?

Bailey: My older sister played field hockey and she really enjoyed it, so I signed up for a rec team in 3^rd grade. I’ve played ever since then and have fallen in love with the sport.

SC: What do you consider is your proudest achievement as an athlete?

Bailey: I would consider this past season at Hopkins my proudest accomplishment. My team set a lot of program records by finishing the regular season undefeated and making it all the way to the National Championship for the first time in school history. It really meant a lot to build relationships with my teammates from freshman year to senior year and watch the team as a whole improve. 

SC: What is one life lesson you’ve learned from playing sports?

Bailey: I’ve learned a lot of lessons from sports but learning about teamwork is my personal favorite because it is so applicable off the field. Being a good teammate is the foundation of building a good team culture and succeeding on and off the field. 

SC: What aspect of Judaism do you feel most connected to?

Bailey: I love that Judaism brings my family together. I think it’s really special that Judaism gives me the chance to connect and celebrate with my loved ones.

SC: What are you most looking forward to about playing in the 2022 Maccabiah Games?

Bailey: I am really excited to have such a unique and special experience to represent America and compete with other Jewish athletes. I am also really looking forward to traveling to Israel for the first time in my life! 

Rapid Fire

SC: Favorite psych up song?

Bailey: Nice For What by Drake

SC: Pregame meal?

Bailey: Cliff bar and an apple

SC: Stick brand?

Bailey: Dita

SC: Jerusalem or Tel Aviv?

Bailey: Tel Aviv

SC: Falafel or halva?

Bailey: Falafel

Over the next few months leading up to the

2022 Maccabiah Games The Short Corner

will be featuring spotlights of all of our players

so you can get to know our impressive talent.

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Israel Here We Come!

Ten Fast Facts about the 2022 Maccabiah Games

1. How many countries will be represented at the Games? 80 countries
2. Where is the opening ceremony held? Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem
3. When is the opening ceremony? July 14
4. Where are the Games' host cities? Jerusalem is hosting the Open Maccabiah sport events, Haifa hosts the Juniors, and Netanya will host the water sport competitions.
5. Do athletes receive Maccabi apparel? Yes! Maccabi USA will send an apparel package to each team member prior to the Games.
6. Where will the field hockey teams be playing? Shlomo Bituach Stadium in Petah Tikva
7. How many field hockey teams will be competing? Five
8. Which countries are the field hockey teams from? USA, Netherlands, Argentina, Australia, and Israel
9. What is the style of tournament play for field hockey? Round-robin play then elimination
10. How do I stay up to date with the 2022 Maccabiah Games and Team Maccabi USA on social media? There are several ways to follow the team beyond our field hockey newsletter The Short Corner! Maccabi USA Instagram accounts: @maccabiusa, @maccabiusafh and @maccabiah. On Twitter @MaccabiUSA and @Maccabiah2022. And you can follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/maccabiusa.

B'Yechad Echad

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