Florida Senate passes "Teddy Bridgewater Act" for high-school coaches
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Key Points:
- The Florida Senate has passed the "Teddy Bridgewater Act," allowing high-school coaches to spend up to $15,000 of their own money on student-athletes for food, transportation, and recovery services, aiming to support players more directly.
- The bill still requires approval from the Florida House and the governor's signature before becoming law.
- Critics raise concerns about tracking expenditures and potential misuse, such as coaches acting as conduits for boosters to funnel extra funds to players beyond the $15,000 limit.
- Teddy Bridgewater's coaching career ended after complaints arose when he used personal funds to support his players, leading to his suspension and resignation; he then returned to the NFL for the 2025 season.
- Bridgewater coached Miami Northwestern
