Ed Suczewski recalls how watching a televised match pulled him into sumo, the journey of building a club from the ground up, and his practical advice for anyone considering stepping onto the dohyo in America
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Joshua Clements shares his introduction to sumo and the challenges of founding a club, offering valuable insights for beginners curious about training, competing, and growing within the unique culture of amateur sumo in the United States.
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Darius Campbell reflects on how anime first inspired him to explore sumo, the story of creating a club out of backyard practices, and his advice for new wrestlers hoping to find their footing in the sport.
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Justin Kizzart describes discovering sumo for the first time, what it took to establish his own club, and the important lessons he hopes to pass on to new athletes pursuing sumo in America today.
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Jose Galindo is highlighted as Sumotori of the Month, sharing his personal story, training habits, and competition experiences, while also reflecting on what motivates him to push forward as a leading figure in American amateur sumo.
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The California Sumo Association is recognized as USSF’s Club of the Month, showcasing its history, mission, and core members, and exploring how the organization has played a vital role in growing sumo within the state.
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Jersey Sumo is featured as Club of the Month, highlighting its origins, its dedication to developing athletes, and the community support that has helped establish it as a growing presence for sumo in the region.
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Jessica Hopper is profiled as Sumotori of the Month, offering insight into her athletic background, her unique training approach, the challenges she has overcome, and her guidance to new athletes entering the world of amateur sumo.
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As Sumotori of the Month, Darius Campbell shares his passion for sumo, his training philosophy, experiences in competition, and his goals for the future as he continues to help grow the sport in the United States.”
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Florida Sumo Association has forged a rising presence in U.S. amateur sumo since 2015. Coach Cornelius Booker drives regional competition, develops youth talent, and welcomes new members across Panama City and beyond.
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Jordan Sikes is this month’s Sumotori spotlight — he discusses how he discovered sumo, how his training regimen evolved, lessons from competition, and his ambitions for contributing to the sport’s growth across the U.S.
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Ohayo Sumo Club is featured as Club of the Month, highlighting its founding story, philosophy, and how it supports local wrestlers in Ohio. Learn how they train, grow membership, and contribute to U.S. amateur sumo.
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Ava Chan is featured as Sumotori of the Month, recounting how she found sumo, her training journey, competition highlights, challenges she’s overcome, and her goals for supporting the growth of women’s sumo in the U.S.
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Kena Heffernan leads the charge to develop the next generation of U.S. sumo champions. In this piece, he recounts coaching youth to Japan’s Hakuho Cup, how mentorship shaped his team, and his vision for American youth sumo.
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