Judge rules in favor of former UCF coach Ted Roof in lawsuit

Orange County Circuit Judge Margaret H. Schreiber ruled in favor of former UCF defensive coordinator Ted Roof's breach-of-contract lawsuit against the university's athletics association. The judge granted Roof's motion for summary judgment, determining that UCF improperly sought to modify his termination compensation after head coach Gus Malzahn's resignation. Roof was fired on October 28, 2024, amid a poor season. Schreiber ordered UCF to pay Roof full compensation according to his contract, including additional attorney fees. If the parties cannot agree on costs, an evidentiary hearing will be held.

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