Former college Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow has helped launched USL franchise Sporting JAX as a co-owner.
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Tebow joins JAX ownershipUSL franchise launchesBegin play in 2025WHAT HAPPENED?
Sporting JAX dropped a launch video on social media, and Tebow was pictured in it as a new co-owner. The ex-NFL quarterback is set to play a role in bringing the organization to life – similar to that of Brady, McElhenney and Reynolds in England.
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The Hollywood comedian duo, who are co-owners of Wrexham in the English League Two, have played an incredible role in the club's growth from social media, to awareness to performance on the pitch by attracting talent. Brady joined Championship side Birmingham City in the summer, and helped attract Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney to the managerial position. Now, Tebow will look to help grow the USL side.
DID YOU KNOW?
Tebow won the Heisman award in college at the University of Florida, being named the best player in College Football.
USL ChampionshipWHAT NEXT FOR TEBOW
The club are set to start play in 2025, so they have a year of planning ahead of them now. For Tebow, it's a chance to attract fans while helping play a pivotal role in the club's success, looking to replicate the 2023 Championship winners – Phoenix Rising.