Why the 'Mans Mans' Game is an Insult to Men

 

I think that sports are becoming a safer space for LGBT athletes. Recent movements toward to the acceptance of LGBT athletes have shown progress but still lack structure and support. We will see in the upcoming draft how teams respond to the coming out of athlete Michael Sam. Formulating a strategy that would create a more inclusive culture is difficult because we've never attempted to do so thus far. I think that it begins in middle and highschool and the atmosphere of the locker rooms. Additionally, I think that as American culture becomes more accepting of LGBT, sports will follow. The movie Training RUles exemplifies the ruthlessness that was once commonplace for coaches and players. Luckily times are changing and the general public is changing their viewpoint on same sex marriage and LGBT. Professional athletes are beginning to come out to the public, but we haven't seen a superstar athlete do so yet. Jason Collins came out and has seen some negative impacts regarding playing time and getting picked up by a team. Ultimately, the more athletes that are open about their sexuality will cause a chain reaction from other LGBT athletes as well as support from non LGBT athletes.