sports THE ROEPER SCHOOL If there’s a student who embodies the Roeper spirit and philosophy in its purest form, it’s Elliot Silk. He’s been a positive presence in the community since joining Stage II. A voracious learner, Elliot gravitates towards world history and science. But a busy class load doesn’t stop him from pursuing other passions, as he loves to cook, workout, and sling espresso as a barista. When asked what makes Roeper special, he says, without hesitation, it’s the faculty. “The teachers make Roeper what it is. They are so qualifi ed and form the backbone of the school.” These relationships have nurtured Elliot’s soul and allowed him to grow into a true citizen of the world. Summing up what it means to carry that mantle, he says, “By teaching people how to love and respect each other you can contribute to something greater.” A born leader, Elliot exudes a charisma and a self-assuredness that lends itself to people wanting to follow. We know we’ll be following him, watching him grow as he begins his next chapter at the University of Rochester in New York. He’s a #RoeperKid. Is your kid a #RoeperKid? Schedule a Personal Interview & Tour www.roeper.org THE ROEPER SCHOOL IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION FILM AND ARCHIVES OF WWII AND THE HOLOCAUST Wednesday, July 25, 9am–4pm A free workshop for teachers and the community by the Mémorial de la Shoah (Paris, France) with renowned historians Christian Delage and Jacques Fredj, organized in conjunction with the new exhibition ‘Filming the Camps: John Ford, Samuel Fuller, George Stevens, from Hollywood to Nuremberg.’ Presented at Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus 28123 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 553-2400 | www.holocaustcenter.org More information at aliza.tick@holocaustcenter.org RSVP at https://goo.gl/forms/aROOcZNY5JzZvAQd2 Photo: George Stevens and his crew, France, 1944 © Courtesy of the Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Beverly Hills, CA 30 July 12 • 2018 jn 000000 Maccabi Athletes, Artists Excited About Trip to California STEVE STEIN CONTRIBUTING WRITER T he JCC Maccabi Games & ArtsFest is just around the corner. The annual extrava- ganza will be held Aug. 5-10 in Orange County, Calif. As the event draws closer, several Detroit athletes and artists will reveal in the Jewish News what they’re look- ing forward to the most in California and if they’ve been to the Maccabi Games & ArtsFest previously, what their favorite memories are. Here’s the first group of responses: Lance Markowitz, 16, West Bloomfield (ice hockey): “I’m looking forward to meeting my host family, playing lots of hockey, playing more hockey, potentially meeting players from the National Hockey League and beating hockey teams from all over the country and world.” Markowitz’s favorite memories: “Trading pins and ‘swag,’ competing, meeting my host family for the first time, family host night, watching other sports (I was surprised how much I got into a basketball game that didn’t even include a Detroit team), meeting people and coaches from other countries and playing against them.” Mari Lynn, 16, West Bloomfield (competitive dance): “I’m looking forward to seeing my Maccabi friends I’ve met over the past two years.” Lynn’s favorite memories: “Walking into the opening ceremony as a strong Detroit delegation in Miami (in 2017) and making shoes for the Sole Hope organization for JCC Cares in Miami.” Abby Chayet, 13, West Bloomfield (dance): “I’m looking forward to repre- senting Detroit.” Jonah Stern, 14, West Bloomfield (ice hockey): “I’m looking forward to competing against other Jewish ath- letes in a sport I love.” Jacob Berg, 14, Farmington Hills (baseball): “I’m looking forward to meeting kids from Jewish communi- ties around the country and repre- senting my city.” Sophie Rosen, 15, Farmington Hills (dance): “I’m looking forward to hav- ing a lot of fun, being with my friends and meeting people from other cities.” David Wrotslavsky, 15, Detroit (ice hockey): “I’m looking forward to get- ting to know our hockey team and meeting new people. I’ve heard from past Maccabi participants that it’s a great experience, so I’m also looking forward to that.” B’NAI B’RITH OUTING A SUCCESS The success of a fundraising golf out- ing is measured by the bottom line. So the 36th annual B’nai B’rith Classic, held June 4 at Tam-O-Shanter Country Club in West Bloomfield, was a success. “We raised more than $30,000,” said tournament chairman David Lubin. “I’ve been chairing this event for about 15 years and I believe this was our best year in terms of funds raised.” Funds generated by the B’nai B’rith Classic support B’nai B’rith Great Lakes Region activities, the region’s college scholarship program, area B’nai B’rith Youth Organization chap- ters and Hillel chapters on college campuses in the state. Three $2,500 scholarships were awarded at the golf outing banquet. which was emceed for the fifth year by Alan Muskovitz. The scholarships went to recent high school graduates Jo Banooni, Jacqueline Bevier and Kyle Peres. Eighty-four golfers participated in the B’nai B’rith Classic and there were more than 30 sponsors, including event sponsor MJS Packaging. Lubin is president of the Livonia-based com- pany. On the golf course, the winning team was Jeffrey Tackel, Arthur Powell, Michael Clinton and Jason Clinton. They shot 9-under-par 63. Second place with a 64 were Neil Bloomberg, Ken Goldberg, Dave Gerber and Howard Genser. NO. 1 AT NO. 4 Sophomore Jenna Silverman won the Division 1 state championship at No. 4 singles for the Bloomfield Hills High School girls tennis team. Silverman was the No. 1 seed in her flight at the state tournament and she completed an undefeated season. Bloomfield Hills scored 28 points at the June 2 state competition at the Greater Midland Tennis Center and finished third in the team standings behind Northville (32) and Midland Dow (30). • Send sports news to stevestein502004@yahoo.com.