Press & Media
Press Releases.
Sumo Championship League Announces Inaugural Events to Be Held in Austin, Chicago and Ontario, CA in Fall 2026
August 18, 2026
The league will hold its first-ever event in the Austin, TX area on October 10, followed by Chicago, IL on November 7, before rolling into Ontario, California on December 19.
Sumo Championship League to Bring Professional Sumo to U.S. Arenas in 2026
June 16, 2026
A new professional sports league built around authentic competition, global athletes and recurring live events.
The Team.
Full bios, high-resolution photography, and press materials are available in the SCL press kit. Request via the inquiry form, or see About SCL for the full team story.
Stuart Snyder
Chairman & CEO
Four decades across live entertainment, broadcast, and family media. WWE, Feld Entertainment, Turner Broadcasting, Cartoon Network.
Toper Taylor
Chief Operating Officer
Multiple Emmy Award–winning producer and veteran media executive. Nelvana, Cookie Jar Entertainment, Network of One/Spotter, William Morris Agency.
Media Inquiries.
Press kit
The SCL press kit — logos, photography, fact sheets, and full founder bios — is in development. Current materials are available on request.