The holiday season can be a time of joy and connection, but for many LGBTQ+ athletes, it can also bring moments of uncertainty. With the rise in public tension and political hostility toward LGBTQ+ people, some athletes may enter the holiday break feeling anxious about going home, managing strained relationships, or losing the sense of safety they feel with their team. Supporting LGBTQ+ Athletes Around the Holidays As a coach or mentor, you have a unique opportunity to create a team...

In a time when the conversation surrounding sports and gender is rife with controversy, quadball is quietly yet powerfully rewriting the narrative. This coed, full-contact sport is thriving against all odds and gearing up for its largest World Cup yet, to be held in Belgium in July 2025. Photo Credits: Major League Quidditch What is Quadball? Originally inspired by the fictional sport quidditch , quadball has grown into a legitimate athletic endeavor that blends elements of rugby, dodgeball,...

For LGBTQ+ youth, sports can be a powerful source of growth, connection, and empowerment—but only if teams and organizations commit to...