Source: BroBible
Summary
Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall had a close encounter with a 7-foot alligator during a photo shoot on the University of Florida campus. Sumrall, who was born in Texas and raised in Alabama, admitted to being nervous and joked that he wasn’t allowed to get that close to people during COVID. The alligator hissed and snapped when Sumrall got too close, prompting him to quickly back away. Despite the initial fright, Sumrall described the experience as “fun” but wouldn’t want to repeat it.
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The habit gets a new name.
Meet the new head coach, meet the local wildlife. Jon Sumrall’s introduction to the Florida Gators family includes a 7-foot alligator. Because, Florida. The photo shoot was staged, but the fear was real. Sumrall’s COVID joke fell flat, but his quick exit was understandable. Who needs a welcome party when you have a hissing alligator?
Apparently, being a head coach in Florida requires more than just football skills.
