My New Favorite Olympian and My New Favorite Paralympian

DeAndre Yedlin: Kicking homophobia out of soccer

My New Favorite Olympian and My New Favorite Paralympian

Show Notes

DeAndre Yedlin (USMNT and Inter Miami CF) is a proud LGBTQ ally who is determined to make soccer more inclusive after hearing homophobic slurs on the pitch

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DeAndre Yedlin

Landon Donovan (USMNT legend and San Diego Loyal SC head coach)

Collin Martin (San Diego Loyal SC player)

Hudson Taylor (Athlete Ally founder)

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