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One Knoxville SC kicks off 2026 season: What to know before the home opener

The defending USL League One champions return to Covenant Health Park on March 14. Here’s what to know about the schedule, new kits, themed matchdays, and how to attend.

A crowd of enthusiastic fans with painted faces holds up a "One Knoxville Sporting Club" banner.

Believe in Knoxville. | Photo by One Knoxville SC

One Knoxville SC returns to Covenant Health Park for its home opener this Saturday, March 14, hosting Forward Madison FC.

After an undefeated run at home last season, the defending USL League One champions are back in front of the Scruffy City faithful for another year of packed stands, big moments, and matchday traditions. Before the first whistle, here’s your guide to the 2026 season.

What’s new this year

New season, new kits. One Knoxville SC will sport fresh looks in its fourth season thanks to a new regional sponsor. Regions Bank will take over the front-of-jersey spot for away matches, previously held by KUB Fiber. At home, One Knox will debut the Retro Kit, a throwback-inspired look that fans can already snag online.

A soccer player in a blue jersey kicks the ball mid-action on a green field.

Get ready to cheer on your favorite returning players. | Photo by One Knoxville SC

Off the pitch, the club also announced Kern’s Bakery as its official watch party hub. On select matchdays, fans can expect food and drinks, exclusive merch, giveaways, and appearances from non-traveling players.

Themed nights

Saturday marks the team’s first match back at Covenant Health Park since lifting the USL League One trophy. Fans can expect a few extra celebrations, including a championship banner raising, a flag giveaway for all attendees, and post-match fireworks.

Looking to map out your matchdays? Here are the themed nights on the 2026 schedule:

  • Banner Night | March 14
  • Music Festival | March 27
  • Ladies Night | April 18
  • Military Appreciation | May 16
  • 865 Night | June 13
  • Youth Club Night | July 15
  • World Cup Final | July 18
  • Vols Night | Aug. 22
  • One Knox After Dark | Sept. 11
  • Oktoberfest | Sept. 27
  • Family Night | Oct. 11
Aerial view of a packed baseball stadium with a lush green field, surrounded by city buildings.

Which home match are you hoping to attend this year? | Photo by One Knoxville SC

Get tickets

Fans have several ways to catch One Knox in action this season. Single match tickets, season memberships, group tickets, and six-match plans are on sale now.

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