Eight footballers say ‘we’re gay’ but keep quiet in fear of fans
Players feel they must hide their sexuality to avoid being the target of homophobic chants At least eight professional footballers have revealed to colleagues that they are gay, but have refused to go public because they fear a backlash from fans. By Mark Townsend This latest evidence that…
NBA Center Jason Collins Comes Out
“I’m a 34-year-old NBA center. I’m black. I’m gay.” With these words, Washington Wizards center Jason Collins opens his groundbreaking May 6 Sports Illustrated essay on coming out as an active, major-league athlete. By Nathan James Collins, whose career spans a dozen years of NBA play, says, “I…
WNBA’s Brittney Griner Comes Out
At a time when many closeted athletes and celebrities wait until they are safely ensconced in well-established careers, or after their “active” years are over, it’s surprising to see one come out at the beginning of her career. But that’s exactky what WNBA draft pick Brittney Griner has…
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