A USL Championship franchise for Jacksonville was awarded to an investment group led by venture capitalist Ricky Caplin on August 30, 2022.

Former Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Tim Tebow is also one of the investors.

The team has established a partnership with USL League Two and USL W League team Florida Elite Soccer Academy to offer a complete pathway from youth to pro for men and women.

[1][2][3] On May 16, 2023, the JAXUSL group was awarded a conditional franchise in the USL Super League, contingent upon completing their soccer-specific stadium.

[4][5] Former Jacksonville Jaguars star Fred Taylor joined the ownership group on November 30, 2023.