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Soccer Pro Collin Martin Receives Standing Ovation in His First Game Since Coming Out
This is the first game Minnesota United midfielder Collin Martin has played in since he came out as gay last Friday.
Last Friday night, Minnesota United soccer player Collin Martin publicly came out as gay, although unfortunately, he didn’t get to play in that evening’s came, which coincidentally happened to be the team’s Pride night.
Yesterday, on Independence Day, the 23-year-old midfielder stepped onto the field against Toronto in the 79th minute with over 20,000 fans in attendance.
Immediately, the crowd rose to their feet, waving rainbow pride Minnesota FC scarves.
\u201c#SoccerForAll \n\n#MINvTOR | 4-2 | @martcw12\u201d— Minnesota United FC (@Minnesota United FC) 1530751697
Following their 4-3 win over Toronto, all the players from the Minnesota Loons, including the coach, greeted Martin to congratulate and support him.
\u201cAfter the final whistle, every #MNUFC player and coach drifted towards Martin for high-fives and hugs. Great to see the team supporting the midfielder.\u201d— Jeff Rueter (@Jeff Rueter) 1530751430
Congratulations Collin!
Zachary Zane is a writer, YouTube influencer, and activist whose work focuses on (bi)sexuality, gender, dating, relationships, and identity politics. Check out his YouTube channel here.
Zachary Zane is a writer, YouTube influencer, and activist whose work focuses on (bi)sexuality, gender, dating, relationships, and identity politics. Check out his YouTube channel here.
