Department of Education weighs in against Connecticut trans athletes competing in high school sports
The Associated Press reported yesterday that a 45-page letter from US Department of Education's civil rights office finds that "Connecticut’s policy allowing transgender girls to compete as girls in high school sports...
Recusal of federal judge requested in transgender high school athletes case
Plaintiffs in the federal case to block transgender athletes from competing in high school girls sports in Connecticut have asked the judge to recuse himself for ordering them not to refer to...
Harbor to the Bay still cautiously planning for September ride, offering tips for bike...
The Harbor to the Bay Committee announced this week plans to keep moving forward—albeit with caution and care in these times of COVID-19—with its annual Boston-to-Provincetown bicycling benefit for four local HIV/AIDS...
Ice Dance International of Kittery, Maine blends athletics and artistry
Editor's Note: You can catch a performance of Ice Dance International tonight, at 7:30 p.m., at The Skating Club of Boston. For tickets ($20) go to IDI's performances page on their website, where you'll...
Easthampton Strong Man Rob Kearney honored at Boston Celtics Pride Night
The Boston Celtics honored professional Strong Man Rob Kearney of Easthampton, Massachusetts, with their Heroes Among Us award. The Celtics recognized Kearney at their second annual Pride Night, held on Feb. 7 in front...
Three Conn. families file federal lawsuit to oust trans students from girls sports
The families of three Connecticut high school track team runners filed a federal lawsuit on Feb. 12 to exclude transgender female athletes from participating in girls sports—despite a state law on the side of...
Boston Pride Hockey scores points for inclusivity, with weekly scrimmages
On the ice, there is one hockey organization in the Boston area that guarantees an inclusive experience for members of the LGBTQIA community: Boston Pride Hockey.
Pride Hockey consists of multiple components, including Thursday night...
Amherst College football tackle Avery Saffold named among Outsports male athletes of 2019
Amherst College defensive back Avery Saffold has been named one of Outsports' eight male athletes of 2019—all football players this year.
"For years, it was impossible to find college football players who were publicly out,...
Santa Speedo offers holiday giving opportunity plus festive fun, Dec. 14
For many, the holiday season is a time when people are thankful for what they have and a time when some are extra generous in helping the less fortunate.
It’s a time for people to...
New England Patriots sponsor Boston and PVD LGBTQ flag football leagues
The New England Patriots announced yesterday that the reigning Super Bowl champs are sponsoring LGBTQ flag football leagues in both Boston and Providence: Boston FLAG (Friends, Lesbians and Gays) Flag Football League and Providence...
