Jacksonville, Florida – May 1, 2025 – The Jacksonville Sharks are proud to name HCA Florida Healthcare as the team’s official healthcare provider through the 2027 season. This new partnership gives Sharks players access to the high-level care they need to play their best.
“We’re excited to work with HCA Florida Healthcare,” says Sharks Executive Vice President Tim Johnson. “They’re a valuable partner to many organizations in our community and we look forward to partnering with them to care for our players.”
HCA Florida Healthcare, a leading network of hospitals, urgent care centers, and physician practices across the state, will provide comprehensive medical support to the Sharks, ensuring top-tier care both on and off the field.
“This partnership speaks to the quality care that’s provided at our facilities in Orange Park, Jacksonville and across the state,” said Chad Patrick, CEO of HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital.
As part of the partnership, HCA Florida Healthcare will have a prominent presence at Sharks home games, including signage and promotional activities, as well as enhanced visibility and engagement with the Jacksonville community.
“We’re thrilled to work with a team that’s as passionate about our community as we are,” said Reed Hammond, CEO of HCA Florida Memorial Hospital.
The Jacksonville Sharks have kicked off their 2025 season at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, where fans can look forward to an exciting lineup of games and events.
For more information about the Jacksonville Sharks and their upcoming season, visit www.jaxsharks.com.
For more information about HCA Florida Memorial Hospital or HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital, visit www.HCAFloridaHealthcare.com.
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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 2025 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 X and Instagram @jaxsharks, as well as the Attack Dance Team at facebook.com/sharkattackdance and Chum at facebook.com/chumsharks.
About HCA Florida Healthcare in Jacksonville
HCA Florida Healthcare, a part of HCA Healthcare, is a family of more than 650 affiliated sites of care. It is the state's leading healthcare network connecting approximately 11,000 physicians, 49 hospitals, 110 urgent care centers and more than 425 physician practices and freestanding emergency rooms. In Jacksonville, HCA Florida Healthcare Memorial Hospital and HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital are part of this network of personalized care. Both are full service, acute care, Level II trauma hospitals fully accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and both are ranked as one of the best hospitals in the country for heart, lung and surgical care. For more information about services, facilities and physicians, please visit www.hcafloridahealthcare.com.