BREAKING : Sharks Goalie Explains Why He Refuses To Wear Pride Jersey
There have been a number of controversies in the National Hockey League this season related to Pride Night events held throughout the league, and it would appear that we now have another one.
According to multiple reports, San Jose Sharks goaltender James Reimer is refusing to wear a Pride Night jersey with the rest of his teammates on Saturday night during the warmups set to take place prior to a game between the Sharks and the New York Islanders.
James Reimer Explains Why He Won't Wear The Pride Jersey
He just released this statement:
«For all 13 years of my NHL career, I have been a Christian - not just in title, but in how I choose to live my life daily. I have a personal faith in Jesus Christ who died on the cross for my sins and, in response, asks me to love everyone and follow Him.
I have no hate in my heart for anyone, and I have always strived to treat everyone that I encounter with respect and kindness. In this specific instance, I am choosing not to endorse something that is counter to my personal convictions which are based on the Bible, the highest authority in my life.
I strongly believe that every person has value and worth, and the LGBTQIA+ community, like all others, should be welcomed in all aspects of the game of hockey»
I have no hate in my heart for anyone, and I have always strived to treat everyone that I encounter with respect and kindness. In this specific instance, I am choosing not to endorse something that is counter to my personal convictions which are based on the Bible, the highest authority in my life.
I strongly believe that every person has value and worth, and the LGBTQIA+ community, like all others, should be welcomed in all aspects of the game of hockey»
The Sharks have made the following declaration:
"Continuing, a long-standing commitment of allyship with the LGBTQIA+ community, Sharks Sports & Entertainment is extremely proud to host our 2023 Sharks Pride Night. This week's events, culminating with tonight's game against the New York Islanders, reinforce our organization's values and dedication to an inclusive, welcoming, and safe environment for all guests in each of our venues.
As we promote those standards, we also acknowledge and accept the rights of individuals to express themselves, including how or whether they choose to express their beliefs, regardless of the cause or topic.
As an organization, we will not waver in our support of the LGBTQIA+ community and continue to encourage others to engage in active allyship"
As we promote those standards, we also acknowledge and accept the rights of individuals to express themselves, including how or whether they choose to express their beliefs, regardless of the cause or topic.
As an organization, we will not waver in our support of the LGBTQIA+ community and continue to encourage others to engage in active allyship"
More details will follow.
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