Founded | 2010 |
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Folded | 2022 |
League | ABA (2010–2022) |
Team history | Jacksonville Giants (2010–2022) |
Based in | Jacksonville, Florida |
Arena | VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena |
Colors | Navy Blue, Orange |
Owner | Ron Sholes |
Head coach | Jerry "Mouse" Williams |
Championships | 7 (2012, 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021) |
Regional titles | 3 (2011, 2012, 2013) |
Dancers | Gems and Jewels |
Mascot | Mr. Biggs |
The Jacksonville Giants were a professional minor league basketball team based in Jacksonville, Florida. They were the 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2021 National Champions of the new American Basketball Association (ABA), which they joined as an expansion team for the 2010–2011 season. They play most home games at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena. In addition to their six national championships, the Giants won regional titles in 2011, 2012, and 2013. In 2014, the team was recognized for their off-the-court achievements with the ABA National Charity Award for their work in the Jacksonville community.