LGBTQ+ college athletes talk breaking barriers, being embraced

As part of our series Pride is Universal, NBC’s Joe Fryer talks to some of the growing number of LGBTQ+ athletes who are breaking barriers and being embraced by their teammates after coming out.
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[@teresalegler2777]

Thank you for this story. So many individuals that identify as LGBTQ+ need roll models. The courage ti speak one’s truth matters. Also, the acceptance by teammates and coaches is so profoundly needed. It is a lesson in acceptance and empathy that needs to be taught.

[@ralphcanfield9555]

Great stories tkank you

[@curiousexcitement5307]

Self hatred, man I understand that, it's constant, yeah for him

[@IAMGavinMitchell]

It wouldn't matter to Price because they're a lot of gays and even trans-WNBA players. She would be no different than Brittney Griner or Breanna Stewart.

[@brucecampbell4528]

Your sexuality is not something to be celebrated. This shouldn't even make news. They are wrong, they are choosing is to make this about sexuality.

[@pituschaerer4526]

I think its important, i think there’s a lot of assumption that pro teams tend to be very close minded so its good to see these kind of reports for any other athlete feeling like they would not be accepted in their field

[@PechonisWorld]

I ended up on the enemies side again.

[@khalilsandal8070]

May God Guide all of us to the truth

[@aaronrosenberg6633]

Why bring superstition in to this?