Catherine Ritter

JACKSONVILLE, FL - The Jacksonville Sharks announce their highly anticipated 2026 IFL football schedule, promising a thrilling season filled with marquee matchups, conference battles, and a new rivalry with the Orlando Pirates! 

With 16 regular-season games, the Sharks waste no time with a big second game matchup on the road against the 2025 Champion Las Vegas Knight Hawks.  The Sharks' home opener is Friday, April 17th, against the new Orlando Pirates.  With multiple games on the new National TV deal, the Sharks are ready to challenge for the IFL Championship. The ultimate goal is to be in Tucson for the big game.

All home games will once again be played on True Vet Field at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, where fans can experience the excitement and intensity of Sharks football up close.

"The energy our fans bring to the Shark Tank makes all the difference," said Coach Gibson. "We can't wait to kick off another exciting year and continue building on our success in the IFL."

Season tickets for the 2026 campaign are on sale now. Fans are encouraged to call the Sharks Ticket Team at 904-621-0700 to secure their seats for another thrilling season under the lights in the Shark Tank.

As a special thank-you, all 2026 season ticket holders will receive an official game football as this year's exclusive gift.

Don't miss your chance to be part of the action—join the Sharks family today and get ready for an unforgettable season of indoor football!

2026 Schedule:

Saturday, March 28th: Sharks @ Northern Arizona Wranglers - kickoff at 9 pm

Sunday, April 12th: Sharks @ Vegas Knight Hawks - kickoff 7:30 pm

Friday, April 17th: Sharks vs Orlando Pirates - kickoff 7 pm

Sunday, April 26th: Sharks @ Quad City Steamwheelers - kickoff 4 pm

Saturday, May 2nd: Sharks vs New Mexico Chupacabras - kickoff 7 pm 

Sunday, May 10th: Sharks vs Tulsa Oilers *kickoff 4 pm

Saturday, May 16th: Sharks @ Fisher Freight - kickoff 7 pm

Friday, May 22nd: Sharks @ Iowa Barnstormers - kickoff 8 pm

Saturday, May 30th: Sharks vs Fisher Freight - kickoff 7 pm

Saturday, June 6th: Sharks vs San Antonio Gunslingers - kickoff 7 pm

Friday, June 12th: Sharks @ Green Bay Blizzards - kickoff 8 pm

Sunday, June 21st: Sharks @ Orlando Pirates - kickoff 7:30 pm

Sunday, June 28th: Sharks vs San Diego Strike Force - kickoff 7:30 pm

Saturday, July 11th: Sharks @ Tulsa Oilers - kickoff 7 pm

Saturday, July 18th: Sharks vs Iowa Barnstormers - kickoff 7 pm

Sunday, July 26th: Sharks vs Green Bay Blizzard *kickoff 7:30 pm

About the Jacksonville Sharks
The Jacksonville Sharks are members of the Indoor Football League (IFL). The 4X Champions play all their home games on True Vet Field at the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena. Sharks Season tickets for the 2026 season are now available, starting as low as $200. To become a Shark Nation member or for more information please call (904) 621-0700 or visit https://www.jaxsharks.com/shark-nation-memberships  Follow the Sharks on Facebook at facebook.com/jaxsharks and on Twitter and Instagram @jaxsharks, as well as the Attack Dance Team at facebook.com/sharkattackdance and our directory of excitement Chum at facebook.com/chumsharks.