Florida Sports Wire

 JACKSONVILLE — Jacksonville Armada FC is excited to announce a groundbreaking academy affiliate program with local soccer clubs Jacksonville FC, Ancient City SC, Ponte Vedra SC, and CH4 Soccer Academy.  This initiative will introduce MLS GO, Major League Soccer’s recreational youth soccer program, to their communities. This collaboration aims to create an inclusive and diverse soccer experience for children ages 4-14 in the Northeast Florida area. MLS GO is dedicated to fostering a love for soccer by making the sport accessible, fun, and affordable for all participants.  Through this academy affiliation, Jacksonville Armada FC and the affiliated clubs will offer a structured introductory soccer program, serving as the first step in developing fundamental soccer skills and a lifelong passion for the game.  As part of the Jacksonville Armada academy affiliation program, the academies will receive various benefits, including coach education opportunities, the use of J...

  NEW YORK ( www.jaxsportsday.com ) –  MLS NEXT Pro today announced the addition of a new independent club to the League.  Jacksonville Armada FC, based in Jacksonville, Florida, will join MLS NEXT Pro, targeting to begin play in 2025.    The Armada becomes the third independent club to join the League in the coming seasons, alongside Carolina Core FC and Cleveland. Pending sanctioning approval by the U.S. Soccer Federation, Jacksonville will be the third MLS NEXT Pro team in the state of Florida, with MLS affiliates Inter Miami II and Orlando City B. “Growing the sport of soccer is a foundational pillar for MLS NEXT Pro and the addition of strong independent clubs is critically important to that,” said Charles Altchek, President of MLS NEXT Pro. “It was clear from the beginning of our conversations with Robert Palmer and the Armada that their priorities are aligned with ours, most importantly their commitment to the passionate fan base in Jacksonville.  W...