Tampa Bay United Welcomes Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute as Title Sponsor of the 2026 Gasparilla Cup!
TAMPA, FL — December 10, 2025 — Tampa Bay United (TBU) is proud to announce Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute as the official Title Sponsor of the 2026 Gasparilla Cup, taking place January 9–11, 2026. This premier youth soccer tournament, rooted in community engagement and local competition, unites hundreds of athletes, families, and clubs from across the region to celebrate the spirit of the game.
As a leader in advanced orthopedic care and sports medicine, Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute brings a powerful commitment to athlete safety, wellness, and comprehensive care, making them an ideal partner for one of Florida’s most community-centric soccer events. Their support ensures that every participating player has access to seamless continuity of care reinforcing TBU’s ongoing mission to promote athlete health, development, and longevity in sport.
“We are thrilled to welcome Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute as the title sponsor of the 2026 Gasparilla Cup,” said Shane Burroughs, Director of Club Partnerships and Community Relations. “Their dedication to youth athlete wellbeing aligns perfectly with our values and elevates the level of support our players receive both on and off the field. This partnership strengthens the entire Tampa Bay soccer community.”
Through this collaboration, Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute will provide:
- Education and resources for families on injury prevention, sports performance, and long-term health.
- Streamlined access to their regional network of healthcare facilities for any athlete needing continued care.
- Free sunscreen and sun safety information for attendees
Orlando Health’s deep roots in community health, combined with their expanding presence across Florida, including multiple orthopedic locations throughout the Tampa Bay area, underscores the organization’s investment in fostering strong, healthy, and active youth communities.
“Tampa Bay United’s commitment to youth development, character building, and community impact closely mirrors our mission,” said April Ernst, Orlando Health assistant vice president and chief operating officer of Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute. “We are honored to support the Gasparilla Cup and ensure athletes and families receive the highest level of care throughout the tournament.”
The Gasparilla Cup continues to be a long-running event for the regional soccer community, focused on local competition, high-level player experience, and an energized community atmosphere. With Orlando Health’s leadership and support, the 2026 tournament is positioned to reach new heights.
About Tampa Bay United
Tampa Bay United is one of Florida’s premier youth soccer organizations, committed to developing players of all levels through exceptional coaching, community engagement, and a focus on holistic athlete success.
About Orlando Health
Orlando Health is a private not-for-profit, integrated academic healthcare system with $14 billion of assets under management, that serves the southeastern United States – including Florida and Alabama – and Puerto Rico. With corporate offices in Orlando, Florida the system provides a complete continuum of care across a network of medical centers and institutes, community and specialty hospitals, physician practices, urgent care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, home healthcare, and long-term and behavioral health care services. Founded more than 100 years ago, Orlando Health’s mission is to improve the health and the quality of life of the individuals and communities we serve. The system provided nearly $2 billion in community impact in the form of community benefit programs and services, Medicare shortfalls, bad debt, community- building activities and capital investments in FY 24, the most recent period for which the information is available. For more information, visit orlandohealth.com , or follow us on LinkedIn ,Facebook , Instagram and X .