Sport in Japan sport in the world. Sport in Japan Sports in Japan are a significant part of Japanese culture. Both traditional sports such as sumo and martial arts, and Western imports like baseball and association football, are popular with both participants and spectators. Sumo wrestling is considered Japan's national sport. Baseball was introduced to the country by visiting Americans in the 19th century. The Nippon Professional Baseball league is Japan's largest professional sports competition in terms of television ratings and spectators. Martial arts such as judo, karate and modern kendō are also widely practiced and enjoyed by spectators in the country. Association
Hugh Roberts (soccer) 2016. Individual Hugh Roberts (soccer) Hugh Roberts (born September 27, 1992) is an American soccer player. Roberts played college soccer at George Mason University between 2010 and 2013. While at college, Roberts played for USL PDL club Baltimore Bohemians during their 2012 and 2013 seasons. Roberts signed with USL Pro club Richmond Kickers on March 7, 2013. After three seasons with the Kickers, Roberts became a regular starter on the backline making 79 total appearances and scoring twice. During the 2016 season, Roberts was named to the USL All-League First Team. Roberts signed with USL club Bethlehem Steel FC on