X Games Launches Inaugural 2026 MoonPay X Games League Winter Draft

Nick Goepper and wife Corinn Goepper on the blue carpet. Photo Credit: Amber Claire

X Games is entering a new chapter with the inaugural 2026 MoonPay X Games League Winter Draft, bringing some of the world’s top action sports athletes together for a new league format designed to showcase talent, competition and the future of the sport.

The Winter Draft marks an exciting milestone for the MoonPay X Games League, giving athletes the opportunity to officially join teams and begin their journey toward a new season of competition. With X Games’ long-standing reputation for pushing action sports forward, the league introduces a fresh way for fans to connect with their favorite athletes while following the competition throughout the season.

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From snowboarding and skiing to the personalities and stories behind the athletes, the Winter Draft puts the spotlight on the next generation of action sports stars alongside established competitors.

The inaugural draft is more than just the start of a new season—it represents another evolution of the X Games brand and its commitment to creating innovative formats for athletes and fans alike.

With the 2026 MoonPay X Games League Winter Draft, a new era of X Games competition is officially underway.