Caleb Persanis found wide acceptance on his rugby team at SUNY New Paltz and his coming out as gay to his teammates was smooth and natural. The post Pride Pioneer: For college gay rugby captain, ...

Nathan Matthews helped Wittenberg College to a regular season title. Being authentic as a gay man helped forge a bond with players. The post Pride Pioneer: Volleyball coach of the year says being out ...

Many brought chairs and wore their pride literally on their back in anticipation of the yearly tradition. Ahead of Heartland Pride, many organizations and participants prepared their parade floats.