Division Street Events to Stage Historic Football Showcase in Japan

PORTLAND, OR — April 27, 2026 -- Division Street Events, in partnership with the Japan Gridiron Association, announced today that it will stage the Tokyo Oregon Football Showcase presented by Flight Club, taking place June 25-27 in Tokyo. This groundbreaking international event will bring the Oregon Ducks football team to Japan, celebrating the deep-rooted historical connection between Oregon and Japanese American Football and tapping into the growing enthusiasm for the sport in the region.

"The Tokyo Oregon Football Showcase continues our legacy of creating innovative programs for student-athletes that are unmatched in the industry," said Division Street CEO Rosemary St. Clair. "This event will be a celebration of how sport transcends borders and creates lasting cultural connections. Our goal is to introduce Oregon athletes and the Duck football brand to Japanese fans and establish a foundation of excitement and fan engagement that we can build on in future years."

The inaugural showcase will focus on introducing the excitement of 7-on-7 American football within the Japanese football community. While American football has been played in Japan for more than 100 years, and Japanese flag football teams are among the world's best, 7-on-7 competitions are a new concept there.

Participating University of Oregon athletes will conduct a live exhibition to demonstrate fundamental skills, core concepts and techniques. In addition, Oregon Coach Dan Lanning will lead a coaches clinic covering basic route combinations, offensive concepts, and broader tactical strategies.

"The opportunity to represent the University of Oregon in Tokyo is a once-in-a-lifetime experience," Lanning said. "Football has taken all of us to incredible places, and it will be special to connect with players and coaches who love this game as much as we do. We are excited to share how we approach the game and to be part of something that's much bigger than one trip."

The event will take place at The American School in Japan (ASIJ) and will include standout Oregon players Dante Moore, Dakorien Moore, Jamari Johnson, Jeremiah McClellan, Evan Stewart, Jordon Davison, and Dierre Hill Jr. While there, Division Street plans to engage with key stakeholders to explore the potential for launching a more permanent league concept for youth and high school players.

"We are thrilled to partner with Division Street Events on the Tokyo Oregon Football Showcase," said Japan Gridiron Association co-founder Tyler Moore. "This event represents a historic opportunity for Japanese athletes to watch and learn from one of America's premier football programs."

"Having Coach Lanning and the caliber of talent from the University of Oregon come to Japan demonstrates the growing recognition of our community's passion for American football," added JGA co-founder Joshua Cisneros.

About Division Street
Division Street is a sport venture company founded to create marketing opportunities for University of Oregon student-athletes.

About Japan Gridiron Association
The Japan Gridiron Association (JGA) is a dynamic, modernized American football association that facilitates cross-border showcases, camps, evaluation opportunities, and educational programs across Japan and the Asia-Pacific region, preparing student-athletes in Japan for high-level international competition while advancing elite pathways for development, exposure, and recruitment that contribute to a new era of American football in Japan.

About Flight Club
Established in New York City in 2005, Flight Club revolutionized sneaker retail as the original consignment store for rare shoes. Carrying the rarest exclusives and collectible sneakers, Flight Club has evolved from a one-stop sneaker destination to a cultural hub for enthusiasts and novices alike. With three brick-and-mortar locations in New York City, Los Angeles and Miami, Flight Club remains the premier source for authentic, rare sneakers.