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'Cheer Live' Star James Thomas — Living His Truth with Plenty of Back-Flips
Cheerleading is having a moment thanks to Monica Aldama's Netflix docuseries "Cheer" Now the show is coming to a venue near you. EDGE spoke to cast member James Thomas about living his truth while doing backflips.
Olympic Swimming Champ Dan Jervis Comes Out, Looks Forward to Being Role Model
Welsh Olympic swimming champ Dan Jervis has come out as gay, recounting that, "For so long, I hated who I was" — but now he's found self-acceptance and happiness in himself.
Out WNBA Star Brittney Griner Ordered to Trial Friday in Russia
Shackled and looking wary, WNBA star Brittney Griner was ordered to stand trial Friday by a court near Moscow on cannabis possession charges, about 4 1/2 months after her arrest.
Tom Daley 'Furious' Over FINA's Transgender Women Ban in Elite Swimming
Speaking at the British LGBT Awards on Friday, Tom Daley slammed FINA's decision to restrict the participation of transgender athletes in elite women's competitions.
With Upcoming Pride Night, Soccer's Chicago Fire Fosters Inclusion
With a Pride Night game this week, the soccer franchise Chicago Fire moves forward with its commitment to inclusion and diversity. Current Vice President of Equity, Alumni Relations, and Engagement Evan Whitfield addresses these initiatives.
Out U.S. Basketball Star Brittney Griner Due in Russian Court
More than four months after she was arrested at a Moscow airport for cannabis possession, American basketball star Brittney Griner is to appear in court Monday for a preliminary hearing ahead of her trial.
Former Brazil Player Richarlyson Says he is Bisexual
Former Brazil and Sao Paulo midfielder Richarlyson said in a podcast on Friday that he is bisexual, a rare revelation in a country where macho culture in soccer is rife.
North Carolina Football Club Underscores Commitment as a Safe Place for Gay Fans, Allies and Players
The North Carolina Football Club has long been a champion of inclusivity and acceptance, as evidenced by their commitment to providing a safe environment for gay fans, allies, and players.
Swimming's New Transgender Policy Could Impact Other Sports
Bans on transgender women in international swimming and rugby this week opened the door for track and field to consider following suit in what could turn into a wave of policy changes in Olympic sports.
Inspired by Josh Cavallo, Irish Pro Rugby Player Comes Out
Irish pro rugby player Nick McCarthy has come out of the closet, citing out Australian soccer star Josh Cavallo and an openly bisexual teammate as inspirations.
Wife of WNBA's Brittney Griner Tells AP Scheduled Call Never Happened
WNBA star Brittney Griner tried to call her wife nearly a dozen times through the American embassy in Russia on the couple's fourth anniversary Saturday, but they never connected.
World Swimming Bans Transgender Athletes from Women's Events
World swimming's governing body has effectively banned transgender women from competing in women's events, starting Monday.
Player Who Helped Inspire 'A League of Their Own' Comes Out — at Age 95
Maybelle Blair played on the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL), which inspired the film (and new TV series) "A League of Their Own." Blair has just come out... at the age of 95.
Out WNBA Star Sue Bird Announces Impending Retirement from Basketball
After 21 professional seasons, one of the greatest basketball careers ever is nearing its end. Sue Bird says the 2022 season will be her last playing in the WNBA.
Sumo's Significance as Japan's National Sport
One of the most popular sumo icons is Baruto Kaito. Now that online crypto betting site Bitcasino and Baruto have teamed up, there is more reason to expect that the sport will become bigger than ever.
Out WNBA Star Griner's Russia Detention Extended for Third Time
WNBA star Brittney Griner will remain in Russian custody through at least July 2, Russian state-run news agency Tass reported Tuesday.
Pa. Senate Passes Bill Against Trans Girls Playing Girls' Sports
The Pennsylvania Senate passed Republican-sponsored legislation Tuesday to prohibit transgender women from participating in women's sports.
Griner's Fate Tangled Up with Other American Held in Russia
Brittney Griner is easily the most prominent American locked up by a foreign country. But the WNBA star's case is tangled up with that of a lesser-known American also imprisoned in Russia.
Cardinal Pitcher Calls Out Tampa Bay Rays Players for Not Wearing Pride Patches
When the Tampa Bay Rays took the field for Pride Night, not everyone on the team wore Pride patches. Cardinal pitcher Jack Flaherty shot back at five players for their refusal.
Tampa Bay Rays Manager: Players Not Wearing LGBTQ+ Logos Won't Divide Team
A number of Tampa Bay Rays players decided not to wear rainbow-colored logos on their uniforms as part of the team's annual "Pride Night" on Saturday that recognized the LGBTQ community.