Sumo Tournament 2004
	Over ten years ago, the elementary sumo club was started by faculty members who wished to share their enthusiasm for this ancient sport. Sessions for first through third grade are provided followed by sessions for fourth and fifth grade students. Students from both groups are then selected to practice for the local Japanese elementary sumo tournament. Once again, ASIJ wrestler's represented the school well, capturing first place in the 2004 tournament. Congratulations on your sumo spirit and attitude.
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View images of past teams in action:

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• Sumo Club 2004 - Practice & Tournament
• Sumo Club 2003
• Sumo Club Escorting Konishiki during ASIJ's Centennial Celebration
• Sumo Club 2002  and 2002 Tournament Results
• Team 2001
• Team 2000 pictures.
• 1999 tournament here.
• Team Photos from 1998 plus  Tournament Results  
• Team 1997 
• 1996 Tournament results

Plus one very special event Konishiki's Retirement Ceremony  

Some Sumo Referencess

• Nihon Sumo Kyokai ( Japan Sumo Association)
latest professional results and information about the rikishi (wrestlers).
• Things Japanese - Sumo, includes descriptions of moves and their names.
• The Big Book of Sumo by Mina Hall ISBN 1-880656-28-0
  Available from Stone Bridge Press, http://www.stonebridge.com
   

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