In “Not Just a Game,” Dave Zirinaddresses the history of homophobia and racism in American sports culture. Canadian Sports fans and athletes encounter similar incidents of racism and homophobia, like the Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Pillar’s recent homophobic slurs.
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Discuss how racism, homophobia and stereotypes about female athletes still affect Canadian sports and provide specific examples to support your opinion.
Please discuss the above-mentioned question in less than 100 words.
Homosexual females fear the negative and hostile environment in sports them while heterosexual females fear the perception of being judged as homosexuals.
In a study conducted to evaluate homophobia in sports in Canada, it was found that 66% believe that an openly homosexual person would not be safe at a sports event. 45% of lesbians were personally targeted.
Even coaches are afraid to come out for ensuring the continuity of sponsorship.
Sandi Kirby was a member of Canada's first female Olympic rowing team and kept her sexuality private during her career as an athlete.
In “Not Just a Game,” Dave Zirinaddresses the history of homophobia and racism in American sports...