Illinois Sumo Association Inc

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Peak professionalism meets peak performance! 📈💥

As we count down the final hours to our Official Launch Party tonight, we have to give a massive shoutout to one of our incredible business partners adding to our door prize giveaways: Dezal Business Services LLC!

To celebrate our official launch, they are generously putting TWO (2) Gift Vouchers into our doorprize pool! Each voucher covers one full personal tax preparation (for both Federal and State filings) with a value of up to $350 each! 📑⚖️

Whether you want to get a massive head start on your next filing or want elite professional eyes on your assets, this is a premium prize you definitely want to walk away with.

Join us for a night of great music from DJ Donnie "The Freakin Puerto Rican" DeVoe, meeting legends like Yamamotoyama and the Midwest Tsuppari Man, and free doorprizes. But remember, you have to be in the room to win!

🎟️ FINAL TICKET WARNING: Tickets are online-only via Eventbrite and not sold at the door. Click the link to grab your passes right now!

https://illinoissumoassoclaunchparty.eventbrite.com

To kick off our Official Launch Party this Saturday night, we are dropping exclusive DOOR PRIZE GIVEAWAYS all evening long!

We’ve got premium gear, custom merchandise, and unique prizes lined up—but you have to be in the room to win.

Come for the sumo giants, stay for the party atmosphere, and walk away with exclusive gear.

⏳ The clock is ticking. Only 24 hours left to secure your entry.

Hit the link to grab your Eventbrite tickets immediately!
https://illinoissumoassoclaunchparty.eventbrite.com

One massive night for Midwest athletics. 🌟

This Saturday night at our Official Launch Party, we are bringing you an exclusive collaboration with two incredible forces in the sport: legendary Makuuchi division icon YAMAMOTOYAMA and Chicago’s own lightweight gold medalist, the MIDWEST TSUPPARI MAN!

It's an opportunity for fans, newcomers, and sports enthusiasts to meet both athletes, talk technique, and celebrate the expansion of sumo culture right here in Illinois.

Whether you are looking to get inspired or just want to learn more about Sumo, this is where you need to be.

🎟️ Ticket Warning: Space at the venue is limited, and ticket sales are online-only via Eventbrite. Don't wait until the doors open—head to the link in our bio to lock in your passes right now!

https://illinoissumoassoclaunchparty.eventbrite.com

An incredible weekend connecting with the World Elite Sumo ranks of professional sumo on the East Coast.

Experiencing that level of mastery up close inspires the grand vision we have for our athletes—giving them a professional goal to aspire to one day. While we focus on building a strong, accessible amateur foundation where all newcomers can grow, we also want to help support a pathway for those ready to climb to the top!

This Saturday night marks our Official Launch Party—the long-awaited declaration that the Illinois Sumo Association is established, active, and officially here for Illinois athletes.

🎟️ Tickets are live right now on Eventbrite. Secure your spot to celebrate the future of Illinois sumo.

https://illinoissumoassoclaunchparty.eventbrite.com

See you Saturday evening!

We are thrilled to announce La Luna Pluma Coquito y Arte, as an official sponsor for the Illinois Sumo Association Inc. launch event!

Sumo is a sport rooted in deep cultural heritage, and we are proud to highlight a sponsor that celebrates heritage through both flavor and fine art. La Luna Pluma crafts a "Puerto Rican Tradition, Reimagined"—the creamiest, most authentic homemade Coquito you’ve ever tasted.

🎁 DOOR PRIZE ALERT: Thanks to their generosity, we will be giving away two bottles of their signature handcrafted Coquito as door prizes!
Whether you love the Original, or you’re curious about flavors like Pistachio or Mango, this is a "treasure for every season."

📍 Join us May 23rd to win!
🔗 Follow our sponsor: La Luna Pluma Coquito
🎟️ Join the Launch Event: Get Tickets here:
https://illinoissumoassoclaunchparty.eventbrite.com

Meet professional sumo legend
Ryūichi Yamamoto (山本 龍一, known by his shikona Yamamotoyama Ryūta, or simply, Yama!

🎬 We are honored to host the professional sumo legend Yama. Also known for his legendary career and roles in 'John Wick 2' and 'Zoolander 2,' Yama is a true ambassador of the sport. Meet a legend while supporting the acquisition of our club’s first professional dohyo.

🎟️ Launch Passes (2-for-1 deals available): https://illinoissumoassoclaunchparty.eventbrite.com

We are pleased to highlight Yip Fitness (www.yipfitness.com) as an official sponsor for our upcoming fundraiser!

🥊 Stacy Yip provides live, virtual fitness classes designed to help the community stay active and reach their goals. As part of their support, they have donated four gift certificates for 'couples' packages' to be awarded as door prizes at our official launch on May 23rd. Every Launch Pass holder is automatically eligible for the drawing.

📍 Support our mission and enter to win: https://illinoissumoassoclaunchparty.eventbrite.com

Did you know? Professional Sumo athletes like our guest Yamamotoyama can consume up to 10,000 calories a day to maintain their power and "Shin-gi-tai" (Heart, Technique, and Body). 🍱

We are in the final stages of preparing for the official launch party and fundraising event of the Illinois Sumo Association Inc. on May 23rd.

At Illinois Sumo Association Inc, we are dedicated to promoting the unique amateur sport of Sumo across our state. This is done through competition, education and cultural exchange. We celebrate not only the athleticism of sumo participants but also the rich cultural values that come with it.

We look forward to seeing the community come together in just 12 days.

🎟️ Secure your Launch Pass today (21+): https://illinoissumoassoclaunchparty.eventbrite.com

Official Venue Announcement: The Illinois Sumo Association Inc. Launch Event

We are excited to confirm that our upcoming Launch Party and Fundraiser will be hosted at Marlin's in Lyons!

This move provides the backdrop for our mission: raising the necessary funds for our official dohyo ring, training mats, and safety equipment. We are honored to have the support of venue, as well as local partners like Yip Fitness and Dezal Business Services LLC as we build this foundation for the sport.

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Highlights: Special appearances by Sumo Legend Yamamotoyama (Yama) and Chicago's 1st Lightweight gold medalist Samuel Rodriguez III (Midwest Tsuppari Man).
Access: A Launch Pass is required for fundraiser participation and giveaways.

⚠️ Important: To ensure a quality experience, NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. Advance registration is required.
👇 Secure your 2-for-1 Launch Pass here: https://illinoissumoassoclaunchparty.eventbrite.com