Description
USSF Sumo Nationals 2026From Las Vegas to Baku
USSF Sumo Nationals 2026 is the official qualifying event for athletes pursuing selection to represent the United States at the 2026 Sumo World Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan. Taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada, this event brings together the country’s top competitors for a decisive test of excellence, discipline, and championship-level sumo.
Event Overview:
- Location:
Roy W. Martin Middle School
200 N. 28th St.Las Vegas, NV 89101
- Hosted by: Honu Sumo Club in collaboration with the Maximum Effort Foundation
- Under the oversight of: United States Sumo Federation
Competition Divisions:
- Men's divisions:
Lightweight: up to 85 kg (~ 187 lbs)
Middleweight: up to 100 kg (~ 220 lbs)
Light Heavy: up to 115 kg (~ 254 lbs)
Heavyweight: over 115 kg (254 lbs +)
Open-Weight: unrestricted
- Women's divisions:
Lightweight: up to 65 kg (~ 143 lbs)
Middleweight: up to 73 kg (~ 161 lbs)
Light Heavy: up to 80 kg (~ 176 lbs)
Heavyweight: over 80 kg (176 lbs +)
Open-Weight: unrestricted
**For Jr. Division Age Details**
Participants shall be boys and girls born between 2008 (18 years old in 2026) and 2013 (13 years old in 2026) and who are registered with the Sumo Federation of their respective participating country.
- Female Juniors divisions:
Lightweight: Under 60 kg
Middleweight: 60 kg and over and under 75 kg
Heavyweight: 75 kg and over
- Male Juniors divisions:
Lightweight: Under 80 kg
Middleweight: 80 kg and over and under 100 Kg
Heavyweight: 100 kg and over
- Kids Division: Brackets will be determined based on age and size to ensure fair and competitive matches.
Thursday
March 26, 2026
TBA
Friday
March 27, 2026
9:00am - 11:00am WEIGH IN HONU BJJ HQ 4310 Orange Ave., San Diego, CA 92105
Location:
The Silverton Casino Lodge3333 Blue Diamond RoadLas Vegas, NV 89139
WEIGH INS
Time: 12:00pm to 4:00pm
OPEN MAT
Time: 12:00pm to 4:00pm
NATIONAL MEETING
Time: 3:30pm to 6:00pm
Saturday June 01, 2024
Saturday
MARCH 28, 2026
8:00a - 8:30a ATHLETE CHECK IN & RULES MEETING. Any athlete that fails to arrive by 8:30am will be disqualified from competing.
Roy W. Martin Middle School
200 N. 28th St.
Las Vegas, NV 89101
9:00a - 5:00p UNITED STATES NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
Roy W. Martin Middle School
200 N. 28th St.
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Sunday
National Coaching clinic
11am- 3pm
Location:
All- American Koi Show at
The Silverton Casino Lodge
3333 Blue Diamond Road Las
Vegas, NV 89139
To compete, participants must be U.S. citizens or otherwise eligible to represent the United States in international competition. Winners of each division will earn national recognition and the opportunity to represent Team USA at the 2026 Sumo World Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan, carrying the strength, pride, and spirit of American sumo onto the world stage.
USSF Sumo Nationals 2026 is more than a tournament. It is a celebration of discipline, sacrifice, and Maximum Effort. Whether you are stepping onto the dohyo, cheering from the stands, coaching, officiating, or supporting from afar, your presence helps shape the future of sumo in the United States. Together, we continue to grow this community and honor the tradition that binds us all.
