AFL Jacksonville Sharks

Saturday's Sharks Game - What You Need to Know

July 17, 2015 - Arena Football League (AFL)
Jacksonville Sharks News Release


The Sharks are back in town! We're ready to host the Philadelphia Soul on Saturday, July 18. Kickoff on Sea Best Field at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena is set for 7:00 p.m.

This is a crucial game in the South Division race, as the Sharks sit a game and a half behind the first place Orlando Predators. Jacksonville and Philadelphia have already met twice this season, as each team won the matchup played on its home turf.

Whether you are a longtime Season Ticket Holder or about to head to your first Sharks game, please see below for a rundown of what to expect at the Shark Tank on Saturday!

Christmas in July

This week, we will deck the halls for this year's edition of Christmas in July! With lights on the goalposts and wreaths all around the building, we're getting in the holiday spirit in the heat of summer! Wear your ugly sweater and join us for a merry time in the Shark Tank!

Santa Claus will be in the building! Head up to the Main Concourse across the Merch Stand to let him know what you want for Christmas - but you better hope you're on the nice list! While you're there, be sure to stop by and decorate your own ornament!

We're hoping for a Christmas miracle to make it snow in the Shark Tank, and we'll also have a ton of great prizes to give away for fans! Prizes include:

Clay Eye Physicians & Surgeons - $500 optical gift cards

Exit Real Estate - Gift Baskets

Krispy Kreme - Doughnuts For a Year

Holiday Inn Jax Beach - Two Night Stay

Autobahn Indoor Speedway - Family 4 Pack

Omni Hotel - One Night Stay

International Blades & Shears - Shave & A Haircut

Carrabba's Italian Grill - Dinner for Two

Cantina Laredo - Dinner for Two

Maggiano's - $50 Gift Card

Seven Bridges - Dinner For Two

...and more!

SharkFest

SharkFest is our pre-game block party held outside the arena. It'll begin at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday - what better way to kick off Christmas in July?

At Saturday's SharkFest, be sure to check out bounce houses and interactive inflatables for kids, get your hair painted courtesy of Great Clips, try samples from Krispy Kreme, and get your face painted in Sharks colors!

Many of our other corporate partners will be set up at SharkFest as well, so be sure to stop by their displays!

Sea Best Concession Stand

If you haven't had a chance to enjoy some delicious Sea Best Seafood at the Sea Best Concession Stand, be sure to stop by this time! It's located in the Food Court behind Section 102 - Stop by to choose from some of your favorite seafood eats!

This week, the Sea Best stand is offering their Blackened Mahi Mahi Salad for $8 (regular price $11)!

The Sea Best Concession Stand also offers the following menu:

Blackened Mahi Mahi Salad

Fish and Chips

Crab Cake Sliders

Torpedo Coconut Shrimp

Concession Specials

Saturday's game will feature the following concession specials:

$6.00 Specialty Pretzels

$3.00 Busch Light (while supplies last)

Great Clips Early Entry

Want to get into Sea Best Field before the doors open to the general public at 6:00? Take advantage of our Great Clips Early Entry - all you have to do is download the official Great Clips mobile app. Just open the app and show it at the door to beat the line!

Fling-A-Football

How's your aim? Presented by our friends at Jaguar Power Sports, our halftime Fling-A-Football promotion gives you a chance to win a prize package that includes a $400 Visa gift card and a Sharks customized jersey! At just $1 per throw (and 6 for $5), you might as well give it a shot! Be sure to have your mini-footballs ready when halftime rolls around!

To purchase Fling-A-Footballs, look for the Suite Jacksonville girls at SharkFest before the game and on the main concourse until the middle of the second quarter.

Team Poster

The 2015 Sharks Team Poster is here! Be sure to pick up your free copy and get it signed by the team during our Postgame Autograph Session!

Attack Dance Team Calendar

The 2015-16 Attack Dance Team Calendar is on sale! Calendars are available for purchase at the Attack's Pregame Signing in the main lobby, as well as at our Merch Stand, located in the Main Concourse behind Section 106. Be sure to purchase your calendar and get it signed by the Attack during our Postgame Autograph Session!

Customized Jerseys

Ever wanted a Sharks jersey with your name and your favorite number? Now it can be yours! Be sure to check out our customized jersey press in the Cage, located in the main lobby next to the Jacksonville Sports Hall of Fame.

Bucket Policy

Please note that for safety purposes, fans will not be able to bring large buckets or aerosol airhorns into the arena.

Doors Open

On Saturday, doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for season ticket holders and 6:00 p.m. for the general public. Great Clips Early Entry will be between these two times.



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