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Jets Reverse Decision, Reinstating Coach for Halftime Contest

12/28/2025

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The New York Jets reinstated Ashley Castanio-Gervasi, a high school soccer coach and former Division I player, for a $100,000 halftime contest after disqualifying her due to eligibility confusion.
Castanio-Gervasi qualified by kicking a 20-yard field goal at tailgate.
Backlash from former player Damien Woody and Congressman Eric Swalwell prompted Jets to reassess their decision ahead of the halftime contest during the game against the New England Patriots.

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The New York Jets reinstated Ashley Castanio-Gervasi, a high school soccer coach and former Division I player, for a $100,000 halftime contest after disqualifying her due to eligibility confusion.
Castanio-Gervasi qualified by kicking a 20-yard field goal at tailgate.
Backlash from former player Damien Woody and Congressman Eric Swalwell prompted Jets to reassess their decision ahead of the halftime contest during the game against the New England Patriots.