Welcome to One Knoxville Sporting Club. A professional soccer club contributing to the growth of American soccer in East Tennessee, whose mission and vision is “simple”…
Mission
Every child in Knoxville will be provided the access and aspiration to benefit from the game of soccer.
Vision
To be America’s Premier Soccer City.
Founded in 2021 by Drew McKenna, our club has experienced a rapid transition, growing from an amateur team into a full-time professional soccer club.
At One Knoxville SC, we believe in the power of soccer to unite people, inspire communities, and elevate athletes. From our early days of ambition and dedication to our current status as a professional outfit, we are committed to representing the city of Knoxville and its passionate fans at the highest levels of competition.
Our Journey
One Knoxville SC’s story began with a vision – to bring professional soccer to Knoxville, a city with a rich sports culture and an enthusiastic fanbase eager for high-quality soccer. After competing in the USL League Two, our club made the exciting leap to USL League One, marking a major milestone in our journey.
The transition to full-time professionalism represents our growth and determination to be a lasting presence in the American soccer landscape. With a commitment to excellence, player development, and community engagement, we are proud of where we’ve come and excited for what the future holds. Let’s take a trip down memory lane…
July, 2019
Managing Partner, Drew McKenna, connects with representatives of the United Soccer League (USL) about initial interest in the Knoxville market.
November, 2020
Paperwork is exchanged and signed between Lemonade Ventures, LLC and the USL to bring a USL Franchise to Knoxville.
February, 2021
April, 2021
After a tragic incident at Austin-East High School, Knox Pro Soccer provides an avenue for the High School soccer team to celebrate ‘A Special Night’, its senior night, at the University of Tennessee’s Regal Stadium to prevent potential season-ending cancellation.
July, 2021
From the following options: One Knoxville, Knoxville Rovers, Knoxville Ascent and Knoxville SC. Knox Pro Soccer became One Knoxville Sporting Club, on July 15th, 2021.
August, 2021
On August 19th, 2021, One Knoxville Sporting Club unveiled its crest to a sold-out audience at The Mill & Mine.
January, 2022
One Knoxville SC announced its appointment of Mark McKeever as the Club’s first head coach in its history, on January 22nd, 2022.
February, 2022
On February 8th, 2022, One Knoxville SC announced its first player signing in the Club’s history – James Thomas.
March, 2022
On March 31st, 2022, One Knoxville SC unveiled its first jersey in Club history. The Mountain Kit was born.
May, 2022
One Knoxville SC kicked off its first game in Club history at Austin-East High School vs Asheville City in the USL League Two. Max McNulty scored the first goal in Club history.
October, 2022
On October 20th, 2022, One Knoxville SC announced its expansion into the USL League One ahead of the 2023 campaign at a full-capacity crowd at The Press Room.
January, 2023
On January 18th, 2023, One Knoxville SC announced its 501(c)3, the One Knox Collective, to house a brand new Youth Club, that kicked off in August 2023, its growing Adult Recreational Program on top of the expansion of Community Events and Programming, Changing Lives Through Soccer.
March, 2023
On March 18th, 2023, One Knoxville SC played its first professional game at Regal Stadium vs Lexington SC in the USL League One. The game ended in a 2-1 victory with Jimmie Villalobos scoring the first goal in the Club’s professional history.
August, 2024
One Knoxville SC announced its agreement with Boyd Sports to play its home matches in the new Old City Stadium, Downtown Knoxville as of the 2025 USL League One season.
October, 2024
To provide access for all is what the Club strives to do. The construction of the Club’s and City’s first Mini-Pitch saw the conversion of a worn down, unusable basketball court in Harriet Tubman Park, East Knoxville, turn into a brand-new multi-use Mini-Pitch. The first of many more to come.
March, 2025
One Knoxville SC announced its expansion of a Senior, Women’s First Team who compete in the USL W League.
