In the fall of 2021, after years of playing and coaching elite soccer while in the closet, I had finally come to the understanding of my true queer identity at the age of 29. I knew who I was. I knew I needed to tell my people, but did I need to tell the world? I was scared, and I was isolated. On paper, it should have been easier. I grew up in a liberal household, my sibling was queer and I had incredible friends who cared deeply about me. So …
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