Tag: Ice Hockey
The Tragic Death of Janne Puhakka: A Reflection on Love and Loss
Discover the life and legacy of Janne Puhakka, Finland’s first openly gay ice hockey player, who significantly advanced LGBTQ+ representation in sports.
Slovakian charged over homophobia-linked assault in Copenhagen
A Slovakian man has been charged with assaulting the partner of Denmark’s justice minister Søren Pape Poulsen earlier this month.
Sheffield Steelers executive apologises for ‘homophobic’ comments made about two men embracing on ‘kiss-cam’
Sheffield Steelers’ executive David Simms has apologised after a match night comment he made about two men embracing on ‘kiss-cam’ led to him being branded a homophobe.
Swedish NHL star painted rainbow flag on the helmet – “shouldn’t have to be a big deal”
26-year-old Anders Nilsson wanted to show his support. “It was time to become the first goalie in the NHL to become a spokesperson for the LGBTQ community.”
Hockey supports gay rights: – It will be little unaccustomed to play with such jersey
For Kiruna Ishockeyförening the future is rainbow coloured and full of acceptance. The Hockey team will be Sweden’s first LGBT-certified hockey club.