Chaim Brand is back for round two on NCSY Kollel — and it’s safe to say this summer might just be his best yet. It’s his first year as a madrich, and things have been nothing short of unreal. Why? Simple: it’s all thanks to his epic Chaburah. Originally from Skokie, Illinois, Chaim is a proud graduate of Skokie Yeshiva, spent two and a half years at Shaalvim, and is currently learning in Yeshiva University.
Now let’s talk about the Chaburah. This crew may be from across the country, but the chemistry clicked on day one.
Starting off hot, we have Yitzy Posy from YULA. He brings that cool LA vibe along with his awesome yedius haTorah, elevating the quality of the Chaburah. Moving on to sunny Florida, we’ve got Akiva Lanner from KYHS. Akiva is always ready with a quick joke or a surprise Yiddish word, keeping the guys energized and on their toes. Last but not least are the two Teaneck guys — and they’re anything but stam. Jeb Fields, hailing from TABC, brings his energy and breadth of knowledge to the Chaburah. He’s quick to offer a quality he’arah and show off his impressive knowledge of Gedolim. And last but definitely not least, Yishai Neiss from MTA. He brings his sense of humor and his passion for ball, keeping everyone smiling and having a good time.
This summer, the title of the Chaburos is “Why Do(n’t) We Do That?” in which they’re diving into different halachos and the surprising sugyas behind them. Topics include everything from “Throwing Candy at Bar Mitzvahs,” to “The Story Behind Melave Malka,” and everything in between.
With a crew this solid, it’s no surprise this summer has been unforgettable. One thing’s for sure: this isn’t the end of the story — it’s just the beginning.
