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This week, we're highlighting Marci Goldberg, a Triathlete!
What is your sport?
Triathlon! Swim Bike Run!
Competitive Swimmer turned EnduranceTriathlete and Runner.. Blogger about all things Triathlon and Running. Washington Capitals Hockey Fan. Spice Girls Fan. Bookworm.
What made you want to become a You Can Play Inclusion Ambassador?
I saw the work that You Can Play was doing with the NHL being a HUGE hockey fan. It made me think how much triathlon has evolved over the past 2 decades I’ve been in the sport but made me think of how much can be done to make the sport more inclusive for its athletes and supporters.
You Can Play's mission aligns with my mission to make the sport of triathlon inclusive; especially in this day and age. My own journey to coming out evolved over time and just like my long ongoing journey in triathlon. I have seen the sport grow and evolve and become very inclusive but for the LGBTQ+ athletes there is still so much to be done. As part of my mission to leave my mark and my legacy in the sport that I love so much; I want to change the sport in a way I haven’t seen done yet.
Do you have any icons you look up to in your field?
In the sport of triathlon; there are so many icons who have paved the way for women triathletes today but there are 2 icons I admired from my early days in the triathlon. The 2 former professional triathletes include USA’s Siri Lindley (she was the first LGBTQ+ triathlete I remember) as well as Great Britian’s Chrissie Wellington. . I also look up to the icons in my sport who are slowly making change to be an all inclusive sport
What advice would you give to people who want to become more involved in LGBTQ+ activism in sports?
Become familiar with the terminology and best practices so no one feels left out. Everyone has a place in whatever sport they love participating in.
You can learn more about Marci @meangreentri also check out her Triathlete4Life Triathlon and Running blog.
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