VANCOUVER — Canucks winger Andrei Kuzmenko, who is from Russia, will not wear an LGBTQ+-theme warm-up jersey Friday when Vancouver holds its annual Pride night. Every time we’ve done Pride night, I’ve worn the jersey and celebrated the night.” Star center Elias Pettersson said Friday that he, too, is in support of the annual event. “And I’ll wear the jersey …
San Jose Sharks goalie James Reimer won’t take part in pregame warmups Saturday night, saying the team’s decision to wear Pride-themed jerseys in support of the LGBTQ community runs counter to his religious beliefs. Reimer said in a statement Saturday that he made the decision based on his Christian beliefs, adding that he “always strived to treat everyone with respect” …
Seven Manly Sea Eagles players have withdrawn from a National Rugby League match in Australia because they’re unwilling to wear their club’s inclusion jersey. Sea Eagles coach Des Hasler on Tuesday said seven players advised club officials that wearing the pride jersey conflicts with their cultural and religious beliefs. Australian Rugby League Commission chairman Peter V’landys said he understood the …
NRL fans have scrambled to purchase the Manly Sea Eagles' 'pride' jersey after seven players chose to boycott wearing the strip supporting LGBTIQ+ fans due to religious beliefs. NRL 'pride' jersey designed by the Manly Sea Eagles sold out in their men's online section only hours after seven players chose to boycott wearing them for Thursday's clash with the Roosters …
