XC New York takes first X Games League championship in New Orleans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 7:56 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
XC New York claimed the inaugural X Games League championship from July 24-26 in New Orleans. Competing in a new team format, athletes scored points across three events held in California, Japan, and Louisiana over 30 days. Established competitors like Daniel Sandoval and new talent such as Chloe Covell contributed to their team's success. This season's structure allowed athletes to collaborate and celebrate individual and team achievements, showcasing a shift in competition dynamics.
- •XC New York emerged as the league champion in July 2026.
- •The first season included events in Sacramento, Chiba, and New Orleans.
- •Athletes competed in teams, earning points for their performances.
- •Daniel Sandoval and Chloe Covell were key contributors to the team's success.
- •The season highlighted a shift towards collaborative competition in action sports.
- 7:56 PMYahoo Sports — More Than A Medal: How X Games League Changed The Way Athletes Compete
"X Games League's first season saw previously independent action sports athletes compete as part of a team. Eventual champion XC New York athletes embraced the change.
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