Pride Day: NHL e equipes incentivam fãs da comunidade LGBTQ+ a se manifestarem nas redes sociais

“Nós celebramos VOCÊS”. Esta é a mensagem que a NHL postou em sua conta oficial no Twitter para apoiar os fãs que comemoram o Dia do Orgulho (Pride) nesta sexta-feira (26), incentivando os fãs de hóquei que são membros da comunidade LGBTQ + a “mostrar seu ORGULHO!” com a hashtag #HockeyIsForEveryone. Equipes e jogadores também participam do movimento de apoio ao Pride Month.

“Não há melhor maneira de fazer com que jovens atletas e fãs se sintam seguros e bem-vindos do que ter seus ídolos esportivos e as equipes que eles acompanham mostrando esse tipo de reconhecimento e apoio. Esta era a visão original de You Can Play, e nossa parceria com a NHL e a NHLPA fez com que de alguma forma atletas e aliados LGBTQ pudessem se sentir bem ”, disse Brian Kitts, co-fundador e presidente da You Can Play, em comunicado.

A NHL e a NHLPA (associação de jogadores) mantêm uma parceria com a You Can Play desde 2013. You Can Play é uma organização de defesa contra a homofobia no esporte, fundada em 2012 por Patrick Burke – diretor sênior de segurança de jogadores da NHL. De acordo com um comunicado da NHL, o projeto You Can Play gerou apoio para colegas gays de mais de 100 jogadores profissionais de hóquei. A NHL tem mais de 700 jogadores.

Happy @nhl Pride day & Pride Month #hockeyisforeveryone #pride🌈 #pridemonth #pride2020 #loveislove #lovewins #equality #equalitymatters @ Inclusity https://t.co/LO7p9TWEHV

— Kurtis Gabriel (@kurtisgabriel) June 26, 2020

O atacante do New Jersey Devils, Kurtis Gabriel, é um dos defensores da inclusão da NHL, e ele usa o Pride Tape – uma fita na cor de arco-íris enrolada na parte superior do stick (taco) – não apenas na Pride Night, quando cada equipe dedica uma noite de jogo à causa do orgulho LGBTQ.

“Fui criado por minha mãe para tratar as pessoas da maneira que você quer ser tratado e isso significa ser inclusivo e aceitar as pessoas como elas são, porque eu também quero ser aceito”, disse Gabriel em junho. “Para mim, usar o Pride Tape é apenas um pequeno gesto que espero que percorra um longo caminho. Qualquer um pode jogar o jogo que todos amamos e apreciamos muito”.

We celebrate YOU.
Be loud today and show us your PRIDE! ⬇️#HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/zbTxKgUuPl

— NHL (@NHL) June 26, 2020

O comissário da NHL, Gary Bettman, disse que a liga espera promover a inclusão o ano todo.

“Em desfiles e eventos na América do Norte comemorando o Pride, a NHL e nossos parceiros participarão para enviar uma mensagem clara e inequívoca – o hóquei é para todos”, disse Bettman. “Estamos imensamente orgulhosos do trabalho que os membros da nossa NHL e as famílias do hóquei fazem para que todos se sintam bem-vindos no melhor jogo do mundo. Promover a inclusão é uma missão durante todo o ano para a NHL e estamos animados em destacar alguns de nossos esforços durante este Mês do Orgulho”.

Veja alguns posts recentes da NHL e equipes sobre o Dia do Orgulho LGBTQ+:

"In a house with a grumpy dad, a grumpy older brother, this kid was always happy." – Brian Burke

Brendan Burke came out to the hockey world in a very public manner, and today his story serves as a road map of inspiration and action. @youcanplayteam #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/bEkbgHLhoP

— NHL (@NHL) June 26, 2020

United alongside our 32 clubs and the @NHLPA, we stand for inclusiveness and invite you to celebrate NHL Pride Day with us in support of LGBTQ+ members within our hockey community. More info: https://t.co/yanHEMTWDy #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/S7uQVQwF0z

— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) June 26, 2020

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 pic.twitter.com/G00DWwhl71

— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) June 26, 2020

Pride is equality. Pride is community. #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/rAgcHj369c

— St. Louis Blues (@StLouisBlues) June 26, 2020

We stand with the LGBTQ+ community in their fight for acceptance, inclusion, and equal rights.#HockeyIsForEveryone | #PrideMonth pic.twitter.com/SInwbebPUL

— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) June 26, 2020

Bonus wallpapers in celebration of @NHL #Pride Day!#HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/2jeudpBbyw

— x-Dallas Stars (@DallasStars) June 26, 2020

🖤🤎❤️💛🧡💚💙💜

It’s @NHL PRIDE Day!!!

Today we continue to celebrate equality & love in all its forms 🤗 #VegasBorn | #HockeyIsForEveryone

🖤🤎❤️💛🧡💚💙💜 pic.twitter.com/kVUNas61nB

— y-Vegas Golden Knights (@GoldenKnights) June 26, 2020

Love will always win 🤎🖤 🏳️‍🌈#HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/JZhN3DluRu

— LA Kings (@LAKings) June 26, 2020

🏳️‍🌈 Today is @NHL Pride Day! 🏳️‍🌈

Show us your PRIDE! Join us in sporting your best rainbow attire by tagging us and @YouCanPlayTeam 🌈#HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/E21jkgx00A

— Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) June 26, 2020

We love, love.

In honor of @NHL Pride Day, we join our hockey family in celebrating love for all. 🏳️‍🌈 #HockeyIsForEveryone | #SmashvilleStrong pic.twitter.com/RH0au2iSEw

— Nashville Predators (@PredsNHL) June 26, 2020

We are proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community. 🏳️‍🌈

As we celebrate equality for all, we encourage you to show us your Pride.#HockeyIsForEveryone | #NHLBruins pic.twitter.com/3C1skfTMO2

— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) June 26, 2020

As the @NHL community recognizes & celebrates #PrideMonth, the #Oilers extend our support to all members of the LGBTQ2 community. #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/fBQ0AU9WeN

— Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) June 26, 2020

Check out that #NewProfilePic 🏳️‍🌈#HockeyIsForEveryone | #PrideMonth pic.twitter.com/qQVM5K3IDK

— Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) June 22, 2020

Today and every day we celebrate diversity, inclusion and unity. Join us in celebrating @NHL Pride Day! 🏳️‍🌈#HockeyIsForEveryone ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 pic.twitter.com/SVgxJ5ASxO

— Arizona Coyotes (@ArizonaCoyotes) June 26, 2020

Wear your pride on your lockscreen!#HockeyIsForEveryone #GoAvsGo pic.twitter.com/3j8T4J4v5L

— x-Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) June 25, 2020

Love is all. #HockeyIsForEveryone. pic.twitter.com/BnUgzOqYWF

— Bailey LA Kings (@BaileyLAKings) June 26, 2020

We’re proud to celebrate pride month and support the LGBTQ+ community. 🏳️‍🌈 #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/PIWCS0dbZn

— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) June 23, 2020

Showing our Pride this #WallpaperWednesday!

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜#HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/C0ID6tVyum

— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) June 24, 2020

As part of the @NHL's Pride day, we want to shine a spotlight on @ChiGayHockey and the impact they make on our community!#HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/5vHYQPkGsv

— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) June 26, 2020

Happy pride! We celebrate alongside all our LGBTQ+ fans! #HockeyIsForEveryone #GoAvsGo pic.twitter.com/Mrcl56ZwsK

— x-Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) June 20, 2020

Unconditional love and acceptance, it’s why dogs are mans best friend. #Pride #LGBTQ #HockeyIsForEveryone #LeadWithLove #leadbyexample pic.twitter.com/cJpmS2OiUn

— x-Bernie (@AvsBernie) June 22, 2020

We are proud to support the LGBTQ+ community leading up to @NHL Pride Day on June 26! 🏳️‍🌈

Details: https://t.co/YJsAnzDokg#HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/3mHUhOjMZl

— Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) June 22, 2020

Happy #Pride!

Join us today as we celebrate @NHL Pride Day.#mnwild | #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/23pWQqznat

— Minnesota Wild (@mnwild) June 26, 2020

Happy Pride! The #Canucks are proud to celebrate Pride Month and support the LGBTQ+ community. We stand alongside every @NHL team in support of justice, fairness and equality, proudly stating #HockeyIsForEveryone! 🏳️‍🌈🏒🙌 pic.twitter.com/i69YhyHd1Z

— Vancouver #Canucks (@Canucks) June 23, 2020

"The more we can talk about it the better it is." – Anders Nilsson #HockeyIsForEveryone #Pride pic.twitter.com/X4xyOnyjDE

— Ottawa Senators (@Senators) June 26, 2020

🏳️‍🌈 It's @NHL Pride Day! 🏳️‍🌈

Today, and every day, let's:
❤️ Embrace our diverse community!
💛 Celebrate authenticity!
💙 Create safe spaces and accessibility!
💜 Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive environment!

Because, #HockeyIsForEveryone! #PRIDE2020 pic.twitter.com/dxbjeJ7rD2

— Winnipeg Jets (@NHLJets) June 26, 2020

It's NHL Pride Day!

The CSEC family is proud to support the LGBTQ2 community 🏳️‍🌈 Share how you're celebrating #Pride with the hashtag #HockeyIsForEveryone! pic.twitter.com/s7tI6gfylj

— Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) June 26, 2020

A true community is about inclusion, respect, kindness & openness. #Pride #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/i6iDRLXzF5

— Rogers Place (@RogersPlace) June 26, 2020

Get out your #PRIDE gear and join us as we celebrate NHL Pride Day tomorrow, June 26. #HockeyisforEveryone pic.twitter.com/N79DSayi1u

— Ottawa Senators (@Senators) June 25, 2020

On Hockey Day In America, @Discover and the NHL told the story of the LA Blades, the first LGBTQ+ inclusive hockey league. Led by Brynne Van Putten, they welcome all players to the game. #HockeyIsForEveryone

Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/0hbtUROktT pic.twitter.com/XtauJ1G0z2

— NHL (@NHL) June 25, 2020

🏳️‍🌈 It's @NHL Pride Day! 🏳️‍🌈

Let's see your best rainbow gear! Reply and show us your pride with #HockeyIsForEveryone, and we'll be sending out gift packs with new #Blackhawks pride gear to some lucky fans 🌈 pic.twitter.com/SHODCEuysX

— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) June 26, 2020

As we celebrate Pride month alongside the LGBTQ+ community, we are reminded that #HockeyIsForEveryone!#GoAvsGo pic.twitter.com/EheJmmhbQw

— x-Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) June 22, 2020

❤️🧡💛 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 💚💙💜#WallpaperWednesday | #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/ZbTuLRmqy0

— Florida Panthers (@FlaPanthers) June 24, 2020

Show your pack PRIDE🌈 #HockeyIsForEveryone https://t.co/0YmEzblups pic.twitter.com/hQuqATppxs

— AZCoyotesFoundation (@YotesFoundation) June 22, 2020

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 pic.twitter.com/FlmV8tQKTR

— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) June 23, 2020

Happy @NHL Pride Day to the LGBTQ+ community! I wish we could be celebrating at the Twin Cities Pride parade again this year, but instead the kids, Lexi, and I will settle for a living room dance party. Love is love. #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/aDzP3BbbQv

— JT Brown (@JTBrown23) June 26, 2020

All for love. Love for all. 💪 #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/GWUd5XNNCZ

— x-Philadelphia Flyers (@NHLFlyers) June 26, 2020

"My hope is that they can grow up in a different world and never have to face the issues with equality that we have today."

From conversations with his own kids to wearing his #Pride support to work, Anders Nilsson on inclusivity 👉https://t.co/6YtIKN57Gq #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/dpclDVrBFc

— NHLPA (@NHLPA) June 26, 2020

It's NHL Pride Day! Pride is not just about a parade. Pride is a feeling. It is being your full self without fear. We celebrate our LGBTQAI2S+ community and stand with you all in support of justice, fairness, & equality. 🏳️‍🌈🏒#HockeyIsForEveryone #Canucks pic.twitter.com/rc0VAR1RXb

— Canucks For Kids Fund (@Canucksforkids) June 26, 2020

Happy #Pride!!!!#HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/q95pEpgKRM

— NHL Network (@NHLNetwork) June 26, 2020

I was not able to wear this uniform at a game this spring, but I have it because it stands for inclusiveness and I proudly invite you to celebrate @NHL Pride Day in support of LGBTQ+ members within the hockey community.#HockeyIsForEveryone #TealTogether pic.twitter.com/E4yk6GkDPk

— #SJSHARKIE (@sjsharkie) June 26, 2020

🏳️‍🌈 As we continue to celebrate Pride month, the Blue Jackets are proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community in support of equality, love and fairness for all!#CBJ | #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/K6kT0PrSyq

— x-Columbus Blue Jackets (@BlueJacketsNHL) June 26, 2020

It’s @NHL Pride Day! We’re proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community. 🏳️‍🌈

We invite you to join us in celebrating and show us your PRIDE! #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/SqSyeFOfGR

— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) June 26, 2020

Share your Pride with us!#HockeyIsForEveryone #GoAvsGo pic.twitter.com/MYAasa9WzI

— x-Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) June 26, 2020

On @NHL Pride Day, we join the community in celebrating love, equality & inclusion for all. ♥️#NHLPride #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/tc4BpT3kgo

— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) June 26, 2020

In this year of change, let's say it even louder: #HockeyIsForEveryone

Watch @maxdomi and @GeorgesLaraque at the 2019 Pride Parade 👇 pic.twitter.com/7QyXYP8Q9V

— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) June 26, 2020

In honour of NHL Pride Day, a flashback to past @CalgaryPride Parades!#FlashbackFriday | #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/Fmh2J0ZUDc

— Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) June 26, 2020

Thank you to @AlphonsoDavid of the @HRC for joining us on Pride Night in March and for articulating what it means to be stronger together. pic.twitter.com/1Ry7jroSq8

— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) June 26, 2020

Hockey on!

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