Over the weekend, three of the first X Games League (XGL) Founder Athletes were officially introduced, including Nyjah Huston and Ryan Sheckler.
“X Games League marks a major evolution for action sports,” X Games mentioned. “Transforming competition into a team-based, seasonal league.”
And since we’re talking about X Games, check the Top 3 runs from SLC below:
“These Founder Athletes will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of X Games League, contributing to everything from format design and athlete experience to building a fan-first culture,” they added.
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Alongside Nyjah and Sheckler, “Australian BMX innovator” Ryan Williams will be playing a similar role on the BMX side.
Personally, I’m still wrapping my head around what it all means. I’m not hating—just trying to take it all in. It’s wild to see how fast skateboarding is progressing on a daily basis, and the contest world seems to be picking up its pace all the same.
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“X Games League moves beyond standalone competitions, building season-long narratives, rivalries, and storylines that drive deeper fan connection,” X Games mentioned in a press release.
“The format unlocks new earning potential and stability for athletes, delivers more compelling content for media partners, and creates powerful new platforms for sponsors—while staying true to the roots of X Games.”
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The X Games League will officially debut Summer 2026. Consider me curious.
