Professional Soccer to Protect Gay Players

Major League Soccer has agreed to new measures to protect gay players from discrimination and harassment following similar steps by MLB and the NFL.  They are adding sensitivity training, a centralized complaint system and posting a code of conduct that would ban discrimination in home and visitor locker rooms.  I really love the direction professional sports has taken towards removing harassment and promoting a safe area for all to play.

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David Testo is Gay

Former Major League Soccer star David Testo has come during a recent interview with a Canadian radio channel. He regrets not doing it sooner but I think this is a fantastic step for professional athletes to be taking.

I’m a homosexual, I’m gay. I didn’t choose this. This is just who I am. It’s has nothing to do if you’re good at soccer. You can still be an amazing soccer player and be gay.

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