Riding another momentum-swinging victory, the 6-1 Jacksonville Sharks will put their undefeated 5-0 conference record on the line as they continue their road trip against the struggling Iowa Barnstormers (1-6). 

At the core of Jacksonville's 5 game win streak is a high-octane passing game that serves as the team's offensive engine, averaging a commanding 191.3 passing yards per game and racking up 1,339 total aerial yards over their first seven contests. Behind the precise decision making of QB James Cahoon who ranks near the top of the league with an efficient 68.3% completion rate. WR Jaedon Stoshak was part of that explosive attack after a stellar 2 touchdown 101 yard performance against Fishers Freight. Keeping the receivers hot has been the formula for the Sharks offensive dominance.

The Barnstormers come into this contest deeply frustrated, desperate to snap out of a grueling stretch that has left them sitting at the bottom of the conference standings. After suffering a tough 48-27 blowout loss to the Northern Arizona Wranglers last week, Iowa's locker room is fueled by an urgency to salvage their season before it slips away entirely. 

For any team riding a 5 game win streak, complacency is always knocking on the doorstep. However, the Sharks coaching staff and players understand that every matchup brings a fresh challenge and a new opportunity. To keep their momentum alive, staying hungry and continuing to play with their signature resilience will be the ultimate keys to victory against the Barnstormers.

The Sharks look to go for 6 in a row as Kickoff is set for 8 P.M on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Casey's Center in Des Moines, Iowa.

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. 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 Chum at  facebook.com/chumsharks.