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ARTICLE: Orioles dedicate their entire Twitter feed to LGBTQ community for Pride Night
Additionally, the O’s turned their attention to how LGBTQ kids relate to sports. While noting that “1 in 10 LGBTQ+ youth have been discouraged from playing school sports due to their sexual orientation or gender identity,” the Orioles also emphasized how important sports are to our community.
“One in three LGBTQ+ youth are interested in sports,” the team posted, “Unmatched Athlete is a Maryland-based non-profit that encourages youth who identify as LGBTQ+ and allies to participate in sports and fitness.”
ARTICLE: ‘We’re really just there for the vibes’: LGBTQ+ Baltimoreans find community in playing sports together
Olanrele Oni admits that even though he grew up playing soccer, he was never the best athlete — “A for effort,” he likes to say.
But when he was younger, Oni, who said he always knew he was queer, once suspected his teammates were refusing to pass him the ball on the field because of his sexuality.
“I felt as a little gay kid, I felt self conscious. Is it the way I’m running? Is it the way I’m speaking? Is that playing a role?” Oni said. “You start creating these narratives in your head that may not exist.”
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VIDEO: Under Armour Pride 2023 Commercial
Huge thank you to Under Armour and Unified Team for featuring us in their commercial! We exist to give the LGBTQ+ community a community for sports and we are so excited we got to share that with Under Armour!
Under Armour Pride Month Promo
Huge thank you to @underarmour and Unified Team for featuring us in their commercial! We exist to give the LGBTQ+ community a community for sports and we are so excited we got to share that with Under Armour! #pridemonth #letkidsplay #lgbtqsports #unmatched #athlete
Interview: The Truth in this Art
The Truth In This Art: In today's episode, we have an enlightening conversation with Olanrele Oni, the President and Founder of Unmatched Athlete, an organization dedicated to promoting LGBTQ+ representation in sports and fitness. Delve into Olanrele's journey with Unmatched Athlete and discover the mission they passionately share with our listeners. Throughout our discussion, Olanrele shares their experiences, insights, and the incredible impact that Unmatched Athlete has had in creating a more inclusive and empowering environment.In this episode, we dive into Unmatched Athlete's impact on the LGBTQ+ community in Maryland through inspiring success stories. Olanrele sheds light on the organization's transformative role. We also delve into how Unmatched Athlete educates and involves allies, crucial for a safe environment. Finally, we preview the Union Collective Pride Fundraiser—an upcoming event celebrating LGBTQ+ inclusion and support, uniting Unmatched Athlete, Movement Hampden, and Union Collective businesses. Joy, empowerment, and fundraising await.
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