
While this is about rugby, it’s also about something that is very near and dear to our hearts, namely, the campaign against homophobia in sports. This past weekend, English rugby side Sheffield Eagles became the first UK sports team to wear a shirt with an anti-homophobia slogan. The shirt (and campaign) states “Homophobia: Tackle It!” and was jointly sponsored by LGBT History Month and Pride Sports with backing from the University & College Union (UCU) and the National Union of Teachers (NUT). On the eve of the kit’s debut, openly gay sports stars Ian Roberts and Gareth Thomas (rugby), John Amaechi (former NBA player) and Steven Davies (cricket) spoke out about their support for Sheffield’s campaign. Sir Elton John also congratulated Sheffield on the initiative and sent the team a message of support.
Good on you, Sheffield Eagles! Real men support equality for all.
(As always, I urge you to visit Red Card Homophobia and The Justin Campaign to show your support. Homophobia has no place on the field, or off.)
Tags: Homophobia Has No Place In The Beautiful Game, Ian Roberts, It's About Time, John Amaechi, Mazel Tov, Red Card Homophobia, Rugby, Sheffield Eagles, Steven Davies, The Justin Campaign