What To Know Before Saturday – Sharks vs Palms

SW Florida Sharks vs. South Beach Palms

June 20, 2026 @ 3:45 PM | RP Funding Center | Lakeland, Florida

The SW Florida Sharks return to action on Saturday looking to improve to 2-0 on the season as they face the South Beach Palms at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland.

The match marks the second appearance of the season for the defending UGL champions, who opened the year with a victory in the season opener. The Palms enter the weekend searching for their first win of the season, but remain one of the league’s most experienced and resilient teams.

Roster Notes

The Sharks will navigate several roster changes entering Match 2.

• Former MVP Sammy Nalley has transitioned to the sidelines as she and her family prepare to welcome a new addition later this year.
• Jacy Kuhlman remains unavailable while recovering from a shoulder injury, and
• Kyra Milligan’s anticipated Sharks debut has been postponed due to scheduling commitments.

To help fill those openings, the Sharks have signed Hannah Hardy for a single-match appearance this weekend.

What We’re Watching

Control of the Ringers

One area the Sharks are focused on entering Match 2 is the Ringer races.

Despite opening the season with a victory, the Sharks did not secure a Ringer win during Match 1. With the return of the handstand walk obstacle course this weekend, the team will look to establish momentum earlier in the match.

Veteran Roderick Holloway is expected to play a key role in that effort. One of the league’s strongest handstand specialists, Holloway enters the weekend with significant experience in the ringer and could be a factor in one of the match’s most anticipated races.

Echoes

The Echo races could become one of the defining moments of Saturday’s matchup.

The format combines gymnastics skill, movement efficiency, and heavy lifting, creating opportunities for balanced teams to separate themselves. The Sharks enter the weekend confident in their depth across both the gymnastics and female strength components required to succeed in the race.

Scouting the Palms

The South Beach Palms have consistently proven to be one of the league’s toughest opponents.

While the Palms enter the match at 0-1, they have built a reputation for remaining competitive throughout all “four quarters”. Their ability to capitalize on mistakes and keep matches within reach makes them a dangerous opponent regardless of the score.

For the Sharks, maintaining execution from the opening whistle through the Sprint Relay will be critical.

By The Numbers

• Sharks Record: 1-0
• Palms Record: 0-1
• Defending UGL Champions
• Seeking a 2-0 start to the 2026 season
• Pursuing a third consecutive undefeated regular season

Match Information

SW Florida Sharks vs. South Beach Palms

Saturday, June 20 @ 3:45 PM | RP Funding Center | Lakeland, Florida

Watch live on the United Grid League YouTube channel.

Get Tickets: http://unitedgridleague.com/tickets