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Trans weightlifter Laurel Hubbard set to make history at Tokyo Olympics

Trans weightlifter Laurel Hubbard set to make history at Tokyo Olympics | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard has effectively guaranteed a place in the women’s super heavyweight category

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Former Razorback runner talks about coming out as transgender

Former Razorback runner talks about coming out as transgender | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

A transgender pro runner, who's recently gone public about gender and sexual orientation, talks of time as an Arkansas Razorback and a fear of returning to the state today.

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Israeli referee comes out as transgender

Israeli referee comes out as transgender | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Sapir Berman said that she has received the support of her family, the local referees' union and Israeli and international football officials.

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Rockets to Host Pride Night on April 14

Rockets to Host Pride Night on April 14 | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

On Wednesday, April 14, the Houston Rockets will host Pride Night. The game, which is presented by adidas in alliance with the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce, will take place at Toyota Center as the Rockets take on the Indiana Pacers at 8PM.Scheduled activities and events include:

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Marriott Bonvoy and YouTube Announced as Sponsoring Platinum Partners of Gay Games 11 Hong Kong 2022

Marriott Bonvoy and YouTube Announced as Sponsoring Platinum Partners of Gay Games 11 Hong Kong 2022 | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Gay Games 11 Hong Kong 2022 receives a resounding green light from the business community. The high profile support underlines the expected positive impact that the Gay Games will have upon its first...

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After making Brier history, N.L. skip Greg Smith says LGBT representation in curling is crucial

After making Brier history, N.L. skip Greg Smith says LGBT representation in curling is crucial | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

When Greg Smith started curling, he said, the sport didn't have many openly gay athletes to look up to. Now, he hopes to provide that representation for young LGBT Canadians.

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How This Founder Is Helping Sports Entities Implement Diversity And Trans Inclusion Programs

How This Founder Is Helping Sports Entities Implement Diversity And Trans Inclusion Programs | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Athletes from Martina Navratilova to LeBron James use their likeness and platform to move the needle towards equality not only in sports but in society as well. Organizations like the Inclusion Playbook, founded by Ashland Johnson, transform communities through sports.

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New book tells the story of Glenn Burke, the first openly gay player in MLB

New book tells the story of Glenn Burke, the first openly gay player in MLB | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Dusty Baker loved road trips to Houston. The Astros were a talented team, but it wasn’t the rivalry that made the Dodgers’ star left fielder look forward to Tex…

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Homophobic language in New Zealand sports discouraging Kiwi LGBT players from coming out

The research also found LGBT sportsmen were more likely to be targeted by bullying.

Chris Boulanger's curator insight, June 21, 2022 6:12 AM

Equality is and always will be a thing in life but in Sports its ever changing. Treating others fairly in sports needs to be addressed so things like this dont happen. 

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Hong Kong Looks to the Future with the Gay Games in 2022

Hong Kong Looks to the Future with the Gay Games in 2022 | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Gay Games 11 Hong Kong 2022 (GGHK) is in the midst of working together with key organisations and community leaders for a unity celebration.

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Addie Bracy Empowers LGBTQ+ Runners | How to Welcome Gay Runners

Addie Bracy Empowers LGBTQ+ Runners | How to Welcome Gay Runners | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

As a Runners Alliance ambassador, Bracy is focused on making our sport a better place for LGBTQ+ athletes. 

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Join our insightful conversation with Asian LGBTQ athletes, Sept. 9

Join our insightful conversation with Asian LGBTQ athletes, Sept. 9 | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

We’ll talk with four Asian LGBTQ athletes in sports about their unique struggles and triumphs.

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The Rowdy Queer Wrestling League BLOWW-ing Stereotypes Away

The Rowdy Queer Wrestling League BLOWW-ing Stereotypes Away | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

During the Trump era, the Boston League of Wicked Wrestlers (BLOWW) has provided a haven for queer and trans wrestlers to express themselves—and whoop some ass.

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The LGBTQ+ cricket match making history

The LGBTQ+ cricket match making history | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

A piece of sporting history is set to be made in Birmingham on 23 May, when two LGBTQ+ cricket teams face each other for the first time.

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Japan's Olympic chief marks pride week with LGBTQ event

Japan's Olympic chief marks pride week with LGBTQ event | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The head of the Tokyo Olympics on Tuesday took part in an event marking Japan's LGBTQ pride week at a center in the capital, as activists and dozens of lawmakers pushed for an equality law to be enacted before the games begin in less than three months. Seiko Hashimoto visited Pride House Tokyo, an international initiative to provide a place for LGBTQ people and others to connect during the games. The first Pride House was set up during the 2010 Winter Games. Japan is the only country in the Group of Seven major industrialized nations where same-sex marriages are not legally recognized. A Japanese court ruled last month that same-sex marriage should be allowed under the constitution, although the ruling has no immediate legal effect.

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Athletic Equality Index highlights Division

Athletic Equality Index highlights Division | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

A review of Division I schools by a national advocacy organization has found that 92% do not have fully inclusive policies for trans athletes. Details of the Athletic Equality Index review...

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BMX Pro Corey Walsh Comes Out As One of the First Openly Gay Male Cyclists

BMX Pro Corey Walsh Comes Out As One of the First Openly Gay Male Cyclists | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Few professional male cyclists of any discipline have been openly gay.

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During Covid-19, this gay airline employee is biking across North America for LGBTQ youth

During Covid-19, this gay airline employee is biking across North America for LGBTQ youth | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Andrew Mortensen’s journey began in northwest Washington state. Six months later, he’s raised more than $7,500 for The Trevor Project, and is on his way to Patagonia.

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Leyna Bloom Becomes First Black Transgender Model In Sports Illustrated

Leyna Bloom Becomes First Black Transgender Model In Sports Illustrated | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

"I never imagined that I will be born in the time when something like this will happen for someone with my skin tone, and with someone with my background," Bloom said.

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Surfer Keala Kennelly On Her Mental Health & Coming Out As A Lesbian

Surfer Keala Kennelly On Her Mental Health & Coming Out As A Lesbian | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Surfer Keala Kennelly discusses the importance of LGBTQ+ representation, as well as mental health representation, in the world of championship surfing.

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Welsh football legend Jess Fishlock joins Stonewall as a Sports Champion

Welsh football legend Jess Fishlock joins Stonewall as a Sports Champion | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The announcement was made on Rainbow Laces Day, an annual effort to increase LGBT+ inclusion in sports

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Behind Taiwan’s Asia Rainbow Ride to promote LGBT rights and awareness – ‘It seemed like a no-brainer’

Behind Taiwan’s Asia Rainbow Ride to promote LGBT rights and awareness – ‘It seemed like a no-brainer’ | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The two-day event, open to all members of the community, attracted 33 riders who rode 130km along the northern coast of Taiwan.

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Out in the NFL: My journey from secrecy to security as a gay woman in football

Out in the NFL: My journey from secrecy to security as a gay woman in football | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

My name is Erica Tamposi. I am an NFL Network producer. I am on-air talent. I am a creative. I am a friend. I am a sister. I am a daughter. I am a football fan. And I am gay. This is my voyage from secrecy to security.

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Soccer Player Rebecca Quinn Comes Out as Transgender

Soccer Player Rebecca Quinn Comes Out as Transgender | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

"I’ve lived as an openly trans person with the people I love most for many years, I did always wonder when I’d come out publicly," Rebecca Quinn said in an Instagram post

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Ultrarunner Coree Aussem-Woltering: 'I want to show gay people are extremely active'

Ultrarunner Coree Aussem-Woltering: 'I want to show gay people are extremely active' | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The endurance athlete has returned from a race across Fiji with an all-Black team. He is keen to break stereotypes in adventure sports

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