Straight Allies

Bettman offers his verbal support for the group aiming to end homophobia in the NHL, though he avoids using the word "gay"

Players from the Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs and others show their support for gay athletes

Buffalo Sabres captain Jason Pominville supports “You Can Play.” (Timothy T. Ludwig-US PRESSWIRE) It's been more than a week since the "You Can Play Project" was launched by Philadelphia Flyers scout Patrick Burke to honor the legacy of his late brother Brendan. The project features more than 30 NHL players who voice the simple message […]

Sports media and mainstream media both gravitate to the launch of Patrick Burke's new advocacy group

College has taken the proverbial ball and run with it

NCAA begins commitment to opening sports to LGBT athletes

Athlete Ally founder says coaches need the public support now being given to athletes

Athlete Ally founder gets top billing with NCAA series

Michael Irvin opened up for the first time about his gay brother, Vaughn, and his love for his brother and Christianity.

Athlete Ally gets about 500 pledges on their visit to the school

Brendan Burke's coming out and death showed his brother and family the welcoming side of hockey. Now their arms are open for other LGBT athletes.

Linebacker says attitudes in the NFL toward gays are improving By Cyd Zeigler When Scott Fujita publicly mentioned his support for gay marriage last year, it left some people smiling and some scratching their heads. Rarely do active professional athletes take positions on political issues, and almost never do they do so in favor of […]

University of Maryland star has even worn a gay rights sticker during competition. He calls LGBT rights 'a pressing issue.'

English star answers questions about issues on and off the field By Jim BuzinskiOutsports.com English rugby star Ben Cohen, now playing professionally in France, made news late last year when he announced plans for a night in London to honor his gay fans. The event will be held at the Dorchester on May 28. Ben […]