6th Annual Consulates Cup Sumo Tournament

Saturday, November 14, 2026 Austin, TX, United States

At a Glance

Divisions

Kids

Entry

$5 - $25

Description

Event Overview

Location: 12010 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748 SPECTATOR TICKETS HERE

Hosted by: Dark Circle Sumo

Under the oversight of: United States Sumo Federation

Divisions: Men's, Women's, Junior Men's, Junior Women's

Registration Deadline: Monday 11:59pm November 8th, 2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE: To compete, participants must be U.S. citizens or eligible to represent the United States. You must also be an active member of the USSF [USSF Membership can be found HERE].

THURSDAY March 27, 2025

05:00am - 09:00pm WEIGH INS - Backwood Bar [12010 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748]

FRIDAY Mar 28, 2025

05:00am - 09:00pm WEIGH INS - Backwood Bar [12010 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748]

SATURDAY Mar 29, 2025

10:00am - 10:25am ATHLETE CHECK IN - Backwood Bar [12010 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748]

10:25am - Athlete's group photo

10:30am - Athlete's rules meeting

10:45am - 3min speech by Event Coordinator

10:50am - 3min speech by President of the USSF

10:55am - National Anthem

11:00am - Tournament begins.

4:00pm AWARDS CEREMONY

4:30pm Breakdown

6:00pm till...AFTER PARTY - Backwood Bar

12010 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748

4 food trucks

Karaoke

Event Details

Registration

Monday 11:59pm November 8, 2026

Schedule

Sat Mar 29, 2025 — 10:00–10:25am Athlete check-in; 10:25am group photo; 10:30am rules meeting; 10:45am 3-min speech (Event Coordinator); 10:50am 3-min speech (USSF President); 10:55am National Anthem; 11:00am Tournament begins; 4:00pm Awards ceremony; 4:30pm Breakdown; 6:00pm After party.

Weigh-In

Thu Mar 27, 2025 05:00am–09:00pm and Fri Mar 28, 2025 05:00am–09:00pm — WEIGH INS at Backwood Bar, 12010 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748.

Divisions

Men$25
Men's Open$15
Women$25
Women's Open$15
Junior Men's Open$5
Must be at least 13 years of age (born in 2012 or 2013) and below 18 years of age (born in 2008 or 2009)
Junior Mens$5
Must be at least 13 years of age (born in 2012) and below 18 years of age (born in 2008 or 2009)
Junior Women's Open$5
Must be at least 13 years of age (born in 2012) and below 18 years of age (born in 2007)
Junior Women$5
Must be at least 13 years of age (born in 2012) and below 18 years of age (born in 2007)

Organizer

Dark Circle Sumo

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the 6th Annual Consulates Cup Sumo Tournament located?

The event location is 12010 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748. Scheduled activities list Backwood Bar at the same address.

When are weigh-ins?

Weigh-ins are Thursday March 27, 2025 from 05:00am - 09:00pm and Friday Mar 28, 2025 from 05:00am - 09:00pm. Both are at Backwood Bar, 12010 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748.

What is the athlete schedule on Saturday Mar 29, 2025?

Athlete check-in is 10:00am - 10:25am, followed by the athlete group photo at 10:25am, rules meeting at 10:30am, speeches starting at 10:45am, the National Anthem at 10:55am, and the tournament begins at 11:00am.

When is the awards ceremony?

The awards ceremony is scheduled for 4:00pm on Saturday Mar 29, 2025. Breakdown is scheduled for 4:30pm.

What divisions are listed for the tournament?

The listed divisions are Men's, Women's, Junior Men's, and Junior Women's.

Who is eligible to compete?

Participants must be U.S. citizens or eligible to represent the United States. Competitors must also be active members of the USSF.

Who hosts and oversees the tournament?

The tournament is hosted by Dark Circle Sumo and held under the oversight of the United States Sumo Federation.

Are spectator tickets available?

Yes. The event description provides a spectator ticket link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996427111232?aff=oddtdtcreator

Is there an after party?

Yes. The after party is scheduled for 6:00pm till... at Backwood Bar, 12010 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748.