Book : To show the brand 's gratitude to the coach and his linebacker , Gatorade sent both men $ 1,000 Brooks Brothers gift certificates , along with a note from Schmidt . The New York Times Jim Burt popularized Gatorade shower . Harry Carson threatened President Reagan with shower , but used popcorn . Miami Dolphins head coach Don Shula ordered players not to shower him . Liquid tradition spread to the NBA in 2008 .
Book : The New York Times Jim Burt popularized Gatorade shower . Harry Carson threatened President Reagan with shower , but used popcorn . Miami Dolphins head coach Don Shula ordered players not to shower him . Liquid tradition spread to the NBA in 2008 .