A Talk With The Fighters From The First UFC Match Between Two Lesbians
They’re experts in five Olympic events, and they’re about to beat each other up. But first they have some very nice things to say.
Top LGBT Sports Cities Are Gay, Sporty and Full of Sporty Gays
See which city tops the list as the most LGBT friendly sports city!
Jason Collins is Gay: NBA Veteran Comes Out, Makes History
NBA center Jason Collins just became the very first male professional athlete to come out publicly via a candid and moving essay in Sports Illustrated magazine, and this is a Very Big Deal.
8 Nike Commercial Ideas For Brittney Griner
Brittney Griner signs an endorsement deal with Nike. Here are some of my favorite sports commercials I think Nike should keep in mind while they brainstorm for her campaign.
Top WNBA Draft Pick Brittney Griner Is Gay
“Just be who you are. Don’t worry about what other people are going to say, because they’re always going to say something, but, if you’re just true to yourself, let that shine through.”
Violence and Homophobia on the Court: Why Mike Rice’s Actions Surprise This Rutgers Alum
Video of the Rutgers men’s basketball coach, Mike Rice, has been all over the everywhere for two days, and as an alum, I’m still surprised by it.
The Sochi Olympics Are a Year Away But Russia’s Still Living in the Past
With the gay propaganda law set to pass, it doesn’t look like Russia’s going to be very inviting for queers going to the Olympic Games.
UFC’s Out Lesbian Fighter Liz Carmouche: The Autostraddle Interview
Badass former Marine and out athlete Liz Carmouche will be a part of history when she takes on Ronda Rousey in the UFC’s first women’s Mixed Martial Arts title fight on February 23rd.
Super Bowl XLVII OPEN THREAD: Beyonce vs. Beyonce
It’s pretty hard to miss this if you’re an American but some of us are pretty skilled at information avoidance. Today at 6:30pm EST, the AFC Champions Beyoncé Ravens will take on the NFC Champions the San Francisco Desti9ers.
Closet Door Is Gay Boxer Orlando Cruz’s Tenth Knockout
“I’ve been fighting for more than 24 years and as I continue my ascendant career, I want to be true to myself . . . I have and will always be a proud Puerto Rican. I have always been and always will be a proud gay man.”
Lori Lindsey, USWNT Dark Horse: The Autostraddle Coming Out Interview
The lesbian USWNT player opens up about the Olympics, the future of women’s soccer, her bff Megan Rapinoe and coming out at Applebee’s.
Five Female Athletes Who Will Knock You Out
“Brought to you by my love for athletic women, here’s a list of sporty women to watch out for.”
Michele Smith Makes History: A Love Letter to Title IX and Women in Sports
Ladies, you are now welcome in the wide-world of baseball analysis, at least according to one broadcasting booth. And if you are as awesome as Michele Smith.
Julie and Brandy Do the Olympics: Gymnastics, Bikini Volleyball, and Synchronized Slapfights
Drunk Olympic Musings.
2012 London Olympics Round-Up: End of the Gold Brick Road
The USWNT win gold. So do some other people. This might be your last chance to spew Olympics feelings for a while so get it all out.
Here’s Twenty Five Megan Rapinoe Gifs Because We Love You
Best thing about the Olympics: Megan Rapinoe gifs.
Olympic Women’s Soccer Open Thread: Gold Medal Match
Get ready to have #soccerfeelings x 392375 because of course it came down to USA and Japan.
2012 London Olympics Round-Up: Week 1
USWNT are headed to the semi-finals, Gabby Douglas hits her dougie, and other stories from the 2012 London Olympic Games.
More Gay Olympians: Even More Queer to Cheer For!
Three more athletes have decided to come out since the games began. Welcome to our team, queers! That brings our total athletes to 23 and our fabulousness through the roof.
Julie and Brandy Do the Olympics: Qualifying Rounds And Cupcake Butts
Julie and Brandy live-chatted some relevant Olympic events for you! Grab a snack and relive the magic through the eyes of your favorite twosome.