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Outsports' year-end awards for 2014
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December 30, 2014
Outsports person of the year: Michael Sam
His coming out was the talk of the country, even among non-sports fans.
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December 30, 2014
Outsports' Asshole of the Year: Tony Dungy
Tony Dungy continues to push gay athletes deeper into the closet and deny his motivation is homophobia. Vladimir Putin, our runner-up in the "Asshole" category, isn't any better.
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December 30, 2014
Outsports male athlete of the year: Robbie Rogers
The defender was a key cog in helping the L.A. Galaxy win the MLS title and has inspired others to come out. Figure skater Eric Radford is our runner-up.
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December 29, 2014
Female hero of the year: Karen Morrison
Karen Morrison has helped changed the conversation about LGBT people in the NCAA. Nevin Caple has also helped break down barriers in women's sports.
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December 29, 2014
Outsports male hero of the year: Conner Mertens
Conner Mertens selflessly gave his time and energy to many other young struggling gay and bisexual athletes, helping several of them come out publicly. High school coach Anthony Nicodemo and former NFL player Wade Davis also helped lead the way.
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December 29, 2014
Outsports female athlete of 2014: Brittney Griner
The WNBA star had a year to remember on and off the court. Speed skater Ireen Wüst and shot putter Tina Hillman are our runners-up.
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December 26, 2014
Who should be Outsports' people of the year?
The Outsports editorial staff will hand out six awards to honor the people who helped make change - and in one case the person who stood defiant of said change.
