Jacksonville Sharks (WFL)
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For the indoor football team, see Jacksonville Sharks. For the subsequent Jacksonville WFL team, see Jacksonville Express.
The Jacksonville Sharks were a professional American football team based in Jacksonville, Florida which competed in the World Football League in 1974. The Sharks folded during the 1974 season due to financial difficulties, and were succeeded by the Jacksonville Express which also folded when the league ceased operations during the 1975 season.
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Established | January 1974 |
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Folded | September 1974 |
Based in | Jacksonville, Florida |
Home field | Gator Bowl Stadium |
Head coach | Bud Asher Charlie Tate |
Owner(s) | Fran Monaco |
League | World Football League |
Division | Eastern |
Colours | Black and silver |
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