Eva has won many international vocal competitions and performed at the Carnegie Hall. Her past performances include at the San Diego Padres, Carmel Valley Friday Night Lights Flag Football, Balboa Park December Nights, San Diego County Fair, Chinese New Year Fair and her own concert at the Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park to raise money for the homeless.

She has performed routinely at festivals, sporting events and banquets. She recently performed at the San Diego International Kids Film Festival.

She has starred in many musical theater productions including the Old Globe production of “How Grinch Stole Christmas” , “Junie B Jones Jr” and the “25th Annual Butnam County Spelling Bee”.

She will be singing the national anthem at the upcoming Miramar air show in September. She also hosted many events including House of China Chinese New Year celebration at Balboa Park.

She likes singing Disney, pop, opera and Chinese folk songs

You can follow her on Instagram at @evazoemather

JJ

a formidable force in the world of Sumo Wrestling. With a solid foundation in Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, JJ embarked on his sumo journey in 2016, fueled by a desire that had been kindled since 2007. Despite facing challenges in finding a suitable school, JJ’s determination led him from San Diego to the renowned LA Sumo club, where he honed his skills and made history.

In 2020, JJ proudly participated in his first sumo competition, marking the beginning of a remarkable ascent. The following year, he secured an impressive 2nd place finish at the nationals, followed by a triumphant 1st place victory at the North America Qualifiers. Taking his prowess to the global stage, JJ proudly represented his country at the esteemed world games in 2022. Accompanied by his equally talented wife, Christina Jones, who secured a commendable 2nd place, JJ and Christina became the first and only married couple to compete in Sumo at the world games.

JJ’s passion, dedication, and string of achievements make him an awe-inspiring presence in the sumo arena. Follow his journey as he continues to shape the future of this ancient and captivating sport. 

In addition to his impressive accomplishments, JJ has also made a profound impact on the world of Sumo through his visionary leadership. Recognizing the need to foster the growth of the sport and introduce sumo to the Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu communities, JJ founded Honu Sumo.

Honu Sumo stands as a testament to JJ’s unwavering commitment to expanding the reach of Sumo Wrestling in the United States and beyond. By bridging the gap between these martial arts disciplines, JJ has created a platform that not only promotes the rich tradition of sumo but also provides an avenue for practitioners of Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to explore and embrace this captivating sport.

Through Honu Sumo, JJ’s efforts have propelled the popularity of sumo, captivating enthusiasts and inspiring new generations of athletes. His forward-thinking approach has opened doors and created opportunities for Sumo to flourish on a global scale, fostering cultural exchange and unity among practitioners.

Join JJ and the Honu Sumo community as they continue to champion the growth and exposure of sumo, sharing its unique beauty and timeless values with people around the world.