When it comes to peak performance, every athlete knows that recovery and health care are just as important as training. That's why the University of North Florida (UNF) Athletics has teamed up with one of the nation's most respected medical institutions—the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville.

Announced on May 11, this exciting partnership designates Mayo Clinic as the Official Health Provider for all UNF sports programs. The move brings world-class medical expertise directly to the Ospreys' sidelines, ensuring coaches and student-athletes have access to top-tier care without leaving campus.

Here's what this means for UNF athletes: Mayo Clinic will set up weekly clinics right at UNF's athletic training facilities, making routine check-ups and injury prevention more convenient than ever. For home games, comprehensive medical coverage will be on-site, ready to handle anything from minor tweaks to urgent situations. But the real game-changer? Direct access to advanced evaluations, diagnostics, and procedures—the kind of specialized care that can speed up recovery and keep athletes in the game.

Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville is consistently ranked among the best hospitals in Florida and across the United States, so this partnership is a slam dunk for UNF's commitment to student-athlete well-being. Whether it's a sprained ankle on the basketball court or a pulled hamstring on the track, the Ospreys now have a powerhouse medical team in their corner.

For fans and athletes alike, this is a reminder that behind every great play is a strong support system. And with Mayo Clinic on board, UNF is setting a new standard for collegiate sports health care.