US Sumo Nationals 2020 Starting Momentarily!

The US Sumo Nationals 2020 are today!  As readers likely know, this is the primary US-only sumo event of the year.  The best of the best will be competing for the opportunity to represent Team USA at the Sumo World Championships in Poland.  So, a lot is on the line! As I find new information,... Continue Reading →

Men in North American Sumo – Who’s Who 2019

Whew!  Like everyone at this time of year, I am a little overwhelmed with how busy life can be!  Nevertheless, this is my favorite post to write - Who's Who in North American Sumo 2019. In this post, I recap the major competitors at the national-level in North American Sumo.  This post focuses on the... Continue Reading →

Rumor Mill

For those who read our recap of the US Sumo Open 2019, you know that the US Sumo Nationals 2019 gold medalist, Robert Fuimaono, did not perform up to his typical standard.  While he was expected to medal in the heavyweight and/or the openweight divisions, he did not medal in either.  I've had multiple people... Continue Reading →

Preview of the US Sumo Open 2019

In addition to the Haru Basho 2019 wrapping next weekend, we also have another exciting sumo event - the US Sumo Open 2019!  The US Sumo Open is one of the two premier sumo events in North America.  Whereas the US Sumo Nationals, the other premier event, is restricted to only US competitors, the US... Continue Reading →

Preview of the US Sumo Nationals 2019

The US Sumo Nationals are only a day away!  The event takes place in Kansas City tomorrow, and it will determine the best sumo wrestlers in America.  Perhaps more importantly, it will determine who represents Team USA at the World Sumo Championships, which will take place in Hawaii this year.  It is always a honor... Continue Reading →

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