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Homophobia and transphobia continue to ail Australia’s sports clubs, and a new study reveals that nearly half of the players, coaches and staff in these …

The partnership will allow Pride Cup Australia to support events in over 120 communities around Australia promoting LGBTI inclusion in sport.

“We want to build a sports community in which LGBTIQ+ players and fans feel safe, respected and included – anytime, anywhere.”

“This year’s finalists for the [sports] award all identify as transgender, which is testament to the amazing work that our trans community has been doing to increase inclusion in sports.”

“By not being involved in P.E. or sport at a young age, LGBTI+ people are missing out on the positive effects that come with participation in sport.”

“One of the mothers from the club baked rainbow cookies with her seven-year-old to show that they support the LGBTI community.”

“As the heart of many communities, sporting clubs have the power to create ripple effects and transform attitudes.”

“We still don’t have any AFL men’s players who feel safe enough to publicly talk about their sexuality or gender identity”

Members of the LGBTI community and their allies have taken to social media to condemn Channel 9 and Newman’s comments.

A pride day will be held during Midsumma allowing LGBTI people to try their hand at cricket in an inclusive environment.