Sports at Bernard Weinger JCC

Everyone loves sports!

At Bernard Weinger JCC in Northbrook, we believe in building great athletes and great people. Our selection of athletic programs and experiences focus on skill building, teamwork, self-confidence, and fun.

Health & Safety

Our programs follow all current state and county Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines. Effective February 28, masks are optional, and proof of vaccination is not required for participants. Although masks will not be required, some participants will choose to continue to wear a mask. We appreciate your understanding and kindness and thank you for your partnership. Children exhibiting any Covid-19 symptoms, in addition to any cold or flu-like symptoms, are asked to remain at home.

Upcoming Seasons
Coaches

Upcoming Seasons

J-Hawks Basketball will be back in the Fall. Check back here for dates and registration coming soon.

Coaches

Coach Jeff Wechsler

Jeff Wechsler has been coaching at JCC Chicago for 20 years. He started his youth coaching career right out of college in 1985. In addition to basketball, he ran his own summer basketball camps/clinics and has coached baseball and football. His guiding philosophy is: “If you make it fun, kids will want to stick with basketball for years”. His goal is to develop each child’s skill level and help them grow both as a basketball player and person.

Coach Jeremy Friedman

Jeremy Friedman grew up in Northbrook and attended Glenbrook North High School. Through his participation in the Sports Broadcasting department at the University of Kansas, Coach Friedman developed a passion for coaching. He was able to attend practices, sit in on team meetings and learn from Hall of Fame coach Roy Williams. Coaching for a total of 17 years, Friedman now enters his 7^th season with JHawks Basketball. JCC Chicago is very special to him since both of his sons played in the JHawks program.

Coach David Sachs

David Sachs attended Highland Park High School and was a 4-year varsity player, 3-year varsity starting point guard, 3-year all-conference, 2-year all-state Honorable Mention. Sachs received a scholarship for basketball to D2 Barry University, where he made it to the Elite 8. After transferring to D3 Wisconsin-Whitewater where he graduated with a degree in Special Education and finished off his collegiate basketball career, he signed with an agency in Israel to continue his basketball dreams. Sachs absolutely loves coaching the JHawks and helping his 8^th graders become the best players and kids they can be!