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Whether you're a hometown player or a longtime fan, you definitely need to stay updated on the latest LGBTQ+ sports news! PRIDE follows the out athletes breaking new ground like Brittney Griner, Quinn, Sha'Carri Richardson, Nyla Rose, and Tierna Davidson. These proud athletes are proving that there is a place for LGBTQ+ in the world of sports, which for years has been unfriendly territory for queer people. That day is quickly ending as these out and proud athletes continue to fearlessly blazing trails set by brave athletes like Billie Jean King, Sheryl Swoopes, Lia Thomas, and Diana Nyad on the courts, fields, rings, pools, and pitches around the world. Follow PRIDE for every update on your favorite LGBTQ+ players!

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Sports

Ranking NWSL teams by how gay the name is

From the Royals to the Courage, the NWSL has some seriously gay club names!

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu speaks at a kickoff celebration for NWSL new Boston franchise October 2024
Sports

Boston's NWSL team announces new name after previous attempt was a major fumble

This time, the team announced its new name without any transphobia.

Jade Carey
Sports

Olympic gold medalist Jade Carey just hard launched her new girlfriend

Love is blooming for this gymnast!

Chiney Ogwumike
TV

A WNBA set comedy is in the works, here’s everything we know

Set in the world of the WNBA and from the folks behind GLOW? This better be hella gay.

AEW wrestlers Diamante Abadon Kiera Hogan
Sports

Meet the talented LGBTQ+ women and non binary stars of All Elite Wrestling

These LGBTQ+ pro wrestlers will turn you into an instant fan!

Alyssa Thomas and DeWanna Bonner and DiJonai Carrington and NaLyssa Smith
Sports

4 LGBTQ+ WNBA players who found love with pro athletes

These sporty couples get the MVP for romance!

GLAAD responds as WWE chooses not to renew Sonya Deville’s contract
Sports

GLAAD responds as WWE chooses not to renew lesbian wrestler Sonya Deville’s contract

The news comes as the sport transitions to broadcast through Netflix.

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ComingOut

Olympic runner Yared Nuguse hard launches boyfriend in casual coming out post

What a win!

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Sports

Love Wins! Two queer couples get engaged during Minnesota Frost's Pride game

Celebrating both hockey and love!

Coach Jackie and Princeton Tigers Head Coach Carla Berube
Sports

Is she gay or does she just coach women’s basketball? TikTok star Coach Jackie investigates

March Madness gets a sapphic twist with this popular new series

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Movies

10 lesbian sports movies that are total game-changers

Did your fave make the cut?

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Sports

5 out sapphic women's basketball coaches aiming for March Madness glory

These queer coaches are taking March Madness by storm!

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Sports

March Madness is here — what you need to know to impress that sapphic jock you're crushing on

March Madness can seem overwhelming, but don't worry, we've got you.

Diana Taurasi announces retirement after 20 legendary WNBA seasons
Sports

Diana Taurasi announces retirement after 20 legendary WNBA seasons

The sports star looks forward to spending more time with her wife and children after an iconic career.

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Sports

18 lesbian sports power couples who prove that love and a competitive spirit go hand in hand

This is what they mean by relationship GOAAAAALS!

Barbra Banda
Sports

Gotham fans allegedly hurl transphobic abuse at star previously targeted by JK Rowling

This isn't the first time transphobes have targeted Banda, who is cisgender.

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Sports

Atlanta Truth women's football players reveal their 'stud' names and lesbians are swooning

This is how you make Sapphics become instant sports fans.

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Sports

15 Queer soccer legends who have played in the NWSL

These are some of the greatest players in NWSL history.

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Sports

Brittney Griner cancels speech after finding threatening 'Gay Baby Jail' note in hotel room

The WNBA star cancelled her speech at a cannabis convention after finding a piece of duct tape left in the entrance to her hotel room.

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Sports

From elephants to purple aliens, ranking the WNBA mascots by how Sapphic they are

These mascots are here, queer, and ready to dance the night away!