High school athletes in Florida, just like their college counterparts, will be able to make money off the field through endorsements and other kinds of deals. While saying additional protections are needed, the State Board of Education on Wednesday ratified a plan approved last month by the Florida High School Athletic Association that will allow high school athletes to get paid through name, image and likeness, or “NIL,” deals. MORE: https://www.wtsp.com/article/money/nil-deals-approved-high-school-athletes-florida/67-95fac56e-7ca5-4826-9bd1-664bf5423771