In recognition of Pride Month, USA Lacrosse has a number of activities planned in support the LGBTQ+ community and further inclusivity in our sport.
Michelle Tumolo, a member of the U.S. women’s national team, will host a free webinar the week of June 14 with a handful of panelists that shared their coming out story with USA Lacrosse Magazine over the last year. They’ll share their experiences and updates on the support they’ve received.
Also in mid-June, U.S. men’s national team player Greg Gurenlian will host a Instagram Live panel on how to be an ally to the LGBTQ+ community. Gurenlian will chat with two members of the LGBTQ+ community to get their feedback on how to help.
Dates and details on these events will be announced soon.
USA Lacrosse is also accepting applications for the USA Lacrosse LGBTQ+ Inclusion Scholarship through June 15. This scholarship provides financial support and hope to two student-athletes who demonstrate positive sensitivity to and involvement in LGBTQ+ issues. These scholarships, $1,500 each, are designed to promote academic excellence and increased visibility of talented LGBTQ+ students in lacrosse.
USA Lacrosse also has new retail in stock for Pride Month. All proceeds from the sales will go towards the USA Lacrosse LGBTQ+ Inclusion Scholarship.
Throughout the month, USA Lacrosse will share additional resources from the You Can Play Project and will share more stories through our magazine website.
