Former amateur yokozuna Hidetora Hanada shifts gears toward NFL dream
The Nippon Sport Science University student impressed in a recent X League combine and will attempt to leave his mark on the gridiron before taking on the world of professional sumo.
Linebacker Les Maruo ready to prove himself with CFL's Blue Bombers
Maruo understands that he needs to do anything he is asked by the coaches and that he will need to show his do-what-it-takes attitude anywhere, including on special teams.
Rise tap former BayStar Takehiro Ishikawa for gridiron conversion
The longtime infielder will attempt to earn a spot on Sagamihara's roster as a wide receiver for the 2021 X League season.
Tomoya Machino prepared to embark on new challenge in Canadian Football League
He was one of six Japanese players who had their names called during the league’s inaugural Global Draft, going to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the second round.
Taku Lee poised to end long wait for Japan's first NFL player
The Obic running back and 2020 X League MVP, who is currently taking part in an NFL program for potential international talent in Florida, is generating hype as a player to watch.
NFL International executive sees widening path for Japanese players
Globalization is a key component of professional sports leagues around the world and the National Football League is no exception, despite its reputation as a U.S.-centric league, which stems in part from its smaller slate of international players compared with other major North American ...
Seagulls deny Frontiers on final play of X Bowl to return to X League summit
The Obic Seagulls made their long-awaited return to the X League summit Tuesday night, knocking off the league’s current dynasty.
Seagulls reach Japan X Bowl after dramatic goal-line stand
The Obic Seagulls extended their 2020 season and punched their ticket to the Japan X Bowl after an extraordinary ending in their season-finale victory over the Panasonic Impulse on Saturday. Trailing by one point with less than 20 seconds left, Panasonic advanced to the Obic ...
Rise quarterback Kurt Palandech eager to impress in shortened season
The UNLV graduate's X League debut was delayed until earlier this month due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Delayed X League season gets underway with fewer teams
A shortened regular season and mandatory mouth shields are among changes put into effect due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan's football leagues seek new normal for tackling coronavirus infection
Many players are not to used to playing with shields on their faceguards, but it could become a new normal in football at least here in Japan this season.
New Obic quarterback Jimmy Laughrea adjusts to fatherhood while preparing for unique season
The former Rise QB is using extra time afforded by the cancellation of the spring season to adjust to his new team's playbook.
