Overview
- Ashley Castanio-Gervasi, a Long Island math teacher and high school girls soccer coach, will attempt the Jets’ “Kick for Cash” at Sunday’s home game.
- The Jets initially ruled her ineligible this week under a clause barring recent athletes and coaches in soccer, rugby, or football from competing.
- She qualified in October by making a 20-yard field goal at a team tailgate event after staff first noticed her kicking in September.
- Following widespread online criticism from fans and media figures, the Jets cited a “misunderstanding” and restored her chance to kick alongside three other finalists.
- The team previously offered a custom jersey, a $100 gift card, and to cover tickets after telling her she was out, before reversing course.