Michael Sam

Michael Sam, newly signed defensive end for the Montreal Alouettes CFL football team arrives on the field for rookie training camp in Sherbrooke, Quebec

Michael Sam steps away from football

The first openly gay CFL player says he’s stepping away due to mental health concerns.

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Noted on Twitter: Michael Sam gets engaged

He may not be on a pro football team right now, but it’d be tough to picture a happier moment for Michael Sam

NBA player Jason Collins marches in the Gay Pride Parade in Boston

Collins isn’t first openly gay athlete in pro sports

Why we must not forget about Glenn Burke