SEATTLE — There was no denying the impressive symbolism. Seated on the dais were representatives from all five of this city’s professional sports franchises. Alongside them were representatives of Athlete Ally, an organization dedicated to helping break down misconceptions and educating people on LBGTQ issues in sports.
There was no mistaking their purpose, either: To proclaim that Seattle sports will strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment for people of all sexualities. Even better was that it all seemed to becoming from a genuine place.
“All I can do is lead from my heart and for what is right,” Seattle Sounders majority owner Adrian Hanauer told Sounder at Heart.