{"id":72877,"date":"2023-02-03T11:48:17","date_gmt":"2023-02-03T11:48:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/?p=72877"},"modified":"2023-02-03T11:48:20","modified_gmt":"2023-02-03T11:48:20","slug":"lgbt-history-month-the-devils-are-pioneers-in-their-sport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/2023\/02\/03\/lgbt-history-month-the-devils-are-pioneers-in-their-sport\/","title":{"rendered":"LGBT+ History Month: \u2018The Devils are pioneers in their sport\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Cardiff ice hockey team hopes for a win ahead of its annual Pride Night<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>CARDIFF Devils will take on Nottingham Panthers this Sunday while celebrating their fourth Pride Night to mark LGBT+ History Month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Devils first partnered up with the charity <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pridecymru.com\/\">Pride Cymru<\/a> in 2017. Pride Night came about following the <em>You Can Play<\/em> project set up in North America, which tries to ensure safety and inclusion in sport for LGBT+ players, managers and fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe want to promote a discussion that being LGBT+ in ice hockey doesn\u2019t matter and we want to create a safe inclusive environment,\u201d said Katrina Williams, a Cardiff Devils spokesperson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Devils were one of the first teams in the UK to adopt a Pride Night and its popularity continues to grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEach time we hold Pride night, the demand for tickets increases. This year we sold out all of our tickets within 72 hours,\u201d said Ms Williams.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1439\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-72894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-770x433.jpeg 770w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-1536x863.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-2048x1151.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-293x165.jpeg 293w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-1400x787.jpeg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1439\" src=\"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-72894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-770x433.jpeg 770w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-1536x863.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-2048x1151.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-293x165.jpeg 293w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils1-min-edited-1400x787.jpeg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Taz the Cardiff Devils mascot wearing the Pride jersey last year.<\/strong> Credit: Cardiff Devils.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Pride Cymru\u2019s Chair Gian Molinu said: \u201cThe Devils have been leaders in the sporting world in standing up for the rights of the LGBT+ community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Devils back up their words with clear actions and take all forms of alleged discrimination seriously. They have been unwavering in their commitment.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The team have a zero tolerance on drunken behaviour and foul language, including discriminatory language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ms Williams said: \u201cWe pride ourselves on providing a safe environment for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTwo years ago, we had a father and son attend Pride Night. The son then contacted us to say that it was the first sporting event that he was able to attend and actually feel safe at.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emily Louise, a dedicated Devils fan, said: \u201cI have been to several hockey matches at the Cardiff Devil\u2019s home and I have never felt safer inside a stadium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI think what the Devils do each year is magnificent. They show people that being gay is OK.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 30-year-old fan has been desperately trying to buy the new Pride jerseys, which fans have been wanting since the partnership began.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI love the partnership between Pride Cymru and Cardiff Devils. It brings togetherness in the area and sporting community. There is no hate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEveryone welcomes each other and comes together for the love of the game. It really is wholesome,\u201d said Emily Louise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout Pride Night, messages from the players will be on the screen explaining why it is important to encourage inclusivity in sport.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils2-edited.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-72892\" width=\"728\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils2-edited.png 728w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils2-edited-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils2-edited-293x165.png 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils2-edited.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-72892\" width=\"728\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils2-edited.png 728w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils2-edited-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cardiffjournalism.co.uk\/thecardiffian\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/devils2-edited-293x165.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Cardiff Devils fans celebrating last year&#8217;s Pride Night. Credit: Cardiff Devils.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Devoted Devils fan Gary Bell, 36, said: \u201cI think the Devils partnering with Pride Cymru is a great thing. Hockey bills itself as a sport for everyone and that message is reinforced by this partnership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI know Pride Night conveys the message that hockey is a safe space for all. In some other sports, this would not be the case.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Homophobia, biphobia and transphobia continue to be present in the wider sporting world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cYou only have to look at how Fifa ignored LGBT+ people during the World Cup in Qatar,\u201d said Pride Cymru\u2019s chair,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cLuckily, the Devils\u2019 Pride Night game is always at full capacity every year and the response of all Devils fans is so heartening to see.\u00a0They are pioneers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the match, the Devils will be launching the date of Pride Cymru\u2019s annual Pride parade and will also be appealing for volunteers for the charity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe try to give out information across our social media channels to raise awareness of where LGBT+ people can go to for support if they need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOn the night, we will be handing out Pride stickers and also giving people the opportunity to get their face painted,\u201d said Ms Williams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Devils, who are currently in second place in the Elite Ice Hockey League, will play sixth placed Nottingham Panthers at 6pm on Sunday, February 5.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Cardiff ice hockey team hopes for a win ahead of its annual Pride Night<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":911,"featured_media":72890,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[63,4],"tags":[59,7963,3422,1185,7798,1016,7926],"coauthors":[8082],"class_list":["post-72877","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ice-hockey-sport","category-sport","tag-cardiff-devils","tag-cardiff-devils-fans","tag-ice-arena-wales","tag-ice-hockey","tag-lgbt-2","tag-pride","tag-pride-cymru"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.2 - 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