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Consulate's Cup 2026
This is the largest sumo event in the country following Team USA’s return from the 2026 World Sumo Championships in Azerbaijan, and marks a major moment in the sport’s continued growth on American soil. Come join over 90+competitors from around the world!
Register here: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/34137
Sanction #11768
Applachia Sumo Royale II: Grapplachia
The Appalachian Sumo Royale is an openweight sumo tournament and part of the Mouser Sports Festival!
Register Here: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/34479
Location: Hazel and J.W Ruby Community Center at Mylan Park 111 Mylan Park Ln, Morgantown, WV 26501
2027 Southern Regional Sumo Championship
Register here: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/35056
Calling all Southern Sumotori! The 2027 Southern Regional Sumo Championship is set for January 16, 2027 in Atlanta, GA at Atlanta Kick — and we’re inviting the best athletes from across the South to showcase their skill on the dohyo. Prizes TBD. Early bird registration ends December 1st, so secure your spot now on SmoothComp and represent the South with pride!
Participation in this tournament is restricted to athletes from states and territories defined by the Southeastern Sumo Collative (SESC). These include:
Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, US Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, D.C., West Virginia.
USSF Sanction: #12236
U.S. Nationals 2027
Save the date for the 2027 USSF National Championships. More info to be announced.
The 2027 USSF National Championships is the premier amateur sumo tournament in the United States and the official qualifying event for the 2027 Sumo World Championships. Athletes from across the country will compete for national titles and the opportunity to represent the USA on the international stage.
This one will be hosted by Rain City Sumo Club in Seattle, WA and will featuring youth, adult, and even Masters divisions.
U.S. Nationals brings together the highest level of domestic competition while celebrating the strength, discipline, and community that define American sumo. This cornerstone event of the USSF calendar is a must-attend for competitors, coaches, and fans alike.
Open to U.S. citizens and must have an active USSF membership.
More information to come at a later date.
2027 Sumo World Championships
The 2027 Sumo World Championships will take place in Tokyo, Japan in September as hosted by the International Sumo Federation.
To compete in this, one must qualify via participation in the US Sumo Nationals tournament in April.
More information coming soon.
5th Annual Beer City Open
The 5th Annual Beer City Open will be taking place on September 26th, 2026 in Grand Rapids, MI as a part of the ArtPrize event. Registration will be open soon.
20th Texas Classic
Join Asia Society Texas and Shōgeki Sumo Dojo for an exciting open-weight sumo tournament where the action knows no bounds!
1370 Southmore Blvd, Houston, TX 77004
Sumo Dan's Olympia Sumo Championship 2026
Sumo Dan’s Olympia Sumo Championship – Las Vegas, NV | Sumo Tournament
The Sumo Dan’s Olympia Sumo Championship is an amateur sumo tournament held in Las Vegas, Nevada as part of the world-famous Joe Weider’s Olympia Fitness & Performance Weekend. Athletes from across the United States and international competitors gather to compete on the dohyō during one of the largest fitness expos in the world. The event showcases elite amateur sumo alongside the Olympia expo, bringing the sport to thousands of spectators in Las Vegas.
Sanction #11958
The Hudson Sumo Showdown
Think you have what it takes to beat a National Champ? Sign up now for a chance to throw down with Josh Wade, New York Sumo's very own US Middleweight National Champion, and take home his $250 bounty!
At the end of each division, the division winner will have one chance to take on Josh. If Josh wins, the bounty goes into his travel fund, helping him get to this year's Sumo World Championships in Azerbaijan!* If the challenger wins, they take home the $250 bounty, and receive the title of honorary National Champ!
Every entry helps us get a Tri-state native to the World Championships for the first time ever!
*Josh will also receive a guaranteed portion of tournament revenue independent of his win rate. Don't worry, we'll be making sure he gets to Worlds no matter what!
Register here: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/34125
Big Palm Sumo Championship
Florida Sumo presents the 2nd Annual Big Palm Sumo Championship! This open weight event will be hosted at the Emerald Coast Jiu-jitsu in Panama City Beach on August 22nd, 2026.
USSF Sanction #12156
World Sumo Camp & Thunderdome Tournament
Raijin Sumo is holding their yearly training camp to prepare athletes for the world sumo championship and world games.
Sanction # 11994
WINS Tournament
WINs Women’s Invitational Sumo – San Antonio, TX | Women’s Sumo Tournament
The WINs Women’s Invitational Sumo (WINs) is a women’s amateur sumo tournament held in San Antonio, Texas, hosted by Mighty Eagle Sumo. This invitational event brings together female sumo athletes from across the United States to compete in multiple women’s divisions, highlighting the continued growth of women’s sumo in America. The tournament provides a competitive platform for experienced athletes while promoting visibility and opportunity for women in the sport.
Sanction #11701
Gate City Clash
Gate City Clash – Greensboro, NC | Sumo Tournament
The Gate City Clash Sumo Tournament brings amateur sumo competition to Greensboro, North Carolina, welcoming wrestlers from across the Southeast and beyond. Competitors will face off across multiple divisions in a full day of sumo bouts in downtown Greensboro. Weigh-ins will be held on June 5, followed by the tournament on June 6 beginning at 11:30 AM. Spectators and athletes alike are invited to experience the growing American sumo community in North Carolina.
Sanction #11988
3rd Annual Sakura Cup
Sakura Cup Sumo Tournament – Nashville, TN | Sumo Tournament
The Sakura Cup Sumo Tournament is an amateur sumo competition held in Nashville, Tennessee, hosted by the Tennessee Sumo Association. Athletes from across the region will compete in multiple divisions during a full day of sumo matches held as part of the Music City Fit Expo at the Nashville Fairgrounds. The event highlights the continued growth of amateur sumo in the southeastern United States.
Sanction # 11778
2026 Riverfront Sumo Open
Save the date for Grand Rapids Sumo Club’s annual tournament, the Riverfront Open! More info to be announced.
Sanction #12030
2026 Salt City Sumo Slam
Save the date for Salt City Sumo’s annual tournament, the Salt City Sumo Slam! More info to be announced.
Sanction #12028
Empire Cup 2026
The second annual Empire Cup Open Sumo Tournament returns to Brooklyn after a successful debut event. Organized by the New York Sumo Club and hosted by Japan Village Brooklyn, this USA sumo competition features women’s and junior divisions, five weight classes (featherweight to heavyweight), and an openweight division.
Sanction # 11948
US Sumo Open 2026
The 26th Annual US Sumo Open returns on May 9, 2026, at the Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, California. As the longest-running sumo tournament outside Japan, the event features elite athletes from around the world competing in fast-paced, high-intensity bouts.
Sanction # 11855
Rollertown Showdown Sumo Tournament 2026
The Rollertown Showdown Sumo Tournament returns to North Texas for a unique East vs. West team competition hosted by the Dallas Sumo Club. Wrestlers are drafted onto opposing teams and compete across multiple bouts to determine which side earns the most wins on the dohyō. The weekend event also features a training seminar with former professional sumo wrestler Gagamaru, opening ceremonies with taiko drumming, and a full day of tournament action.
Sanction #11727
2026 Rain City Open
Rain City Open – Seattle, WA | Sumo Tournament
The Rain City Open is an amateur sumo tournament held in Seattle, Washington, hosted by Rain City Sumo. The event brings together athletes from across the Pacific Northwest and the United States to compete in multiple divisions during a full day of sumo competition. The tournament takes place during the Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival, celebrating Japanese culture alongside the growing American sumo community.
Sanction # 11723
US National Championships 2026
Save the date for US Nationals 2026, the premier qualifying event for sumo wrestlers determined to represent the United States on the international stage in Azerbaijan, Baku, September 2026.
METT 2026
Join Mighty Eagle for their annual team tournament in San Antonio, Texas.
Sanction # 11696
More information to be announced.
SoCal Open 2026
Hosted by Honu Sumo
The SoCal Sumo Open returns for another year of big throws and bigger energy! Athletes from across the country will meet in Southern California to test their strength, speed, and spirit on the dohyō. Whether you’re new to the sport or a returning competitor, this event is open to all levels.
📍 Location & Details:
Vista, CA. Full schedule, divisions, and registration are available on Smoothcomp:
Sanction # 11699
“Cool Kids” Sumo Camp
Join Ohayo Sumo Dayton for a high-energy, one-day event where sumo enthusiasts of all levels come together to train, learn, and grow in the sport of sumo. Whether you’re new or looking to sharpen your skills, the camp offers expert coaching, hands-on drills, and live ring time in a high-energy, inclusive setting
Sanction # 11726
Gulf Coast Sumo Summit
Join Florida Sumo club in Panama City for a training camp. More information to be announced!
Sanction # 11718
Appalachian Sumo Royale
The Appalachian Sumo Royale is an openweight sumo tournament and part of the Mouser Sports Festival!
Sanction # 11622
Yama's Autumn Cup
Join Show Me Sumo Club for an immersive weekend of sumo, led by former professional sumo wrestler Coach Yama! This is your chance to see how your skills translate in the sumo dohyo or build on your technical sumo knowledge under Yama's watchful eye.
Sanction #11691
Sumo Regional Championship of the South
Calling all Southern Sumotori! The 2025 Sumo Regional Championship of the South is set for November 15 in Nashville, TN at Shawn Hammonds Jiu Jitsu — and we’re inviting the best athletes from across the South to showcase their skill on the dohyō. Champions will be eligible for prize packages supporting their journey to the 2026 U.S. Sumo Nationals in Las Vegas. No medals — just real support for serious competitors. Early bird registration ends October 12, so secure your spot now on SmoothComp and represent the South with pride!
Sanction #11607
Sumo In Da Swamp
Join Black Rhino Sumo for their two-day training camp in LaPlace, LA.
📍 Location:
Applied Pressure Boxing Gym & Fitness Center
501 Hemlock St, LaPlace, LA 70068
🗓 Schedule:
October 25: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
October 26: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
💵 Cost: $35
Includes registration + camp T-shirt
📞 Contact:
Andre | andre.c@sbcglobal.net | (225) 623-7234
@blackrhinosumo
4th Annual Beer City
Join Grand Rapids Sumo for the 4th Annual Beer City Tournament.
Held at Jam Sports in Grand Rapids.
2025 Sumo Dan's Olympia Sumo Championship
Help celebrate 20 years of Sumo Dan at the Olympia Sumo Championship.
Sumo Dan's Olympia Sumo Championship has been invited back to Joe Weider’s Olympia Fitness & Performance Weekend in Las Vegas, NV, USA on October 10-11, 2025.
Sanction #11480
2025 Sumo World Championships
Sumo World Championships will be held near Bangkok, Thailand.
Must qualify to compete in this tournament. (March 29th 2025 is the US Qualifiers)
Yama's Sumo Showdown
Hard work meets hard impact in the ring. Come test your strength, skill, and sumo spirit in this exciting open tournament welcoming all levels of competitors. Whether you're aiming for gold or just putting in reps on the dohyo, this is where you level up.
Sanction # 11624