Wellness Athletic Services
Wellness Athletic Services
Pride: Challenging Heteronormativity in Sports with Grace Annear and Catherine Hutchens
Pride: Challenging Heteronormativity in Sports with Grace Annear and Catherine Hutchens
Pride: Challenging Heteronormativity in Sports with Grace Annear and Catherine Hutchens
Tuesday 14th June 2022
Grace Annear and Catherine Hutchens share their experiences as Queer Athletes, advocating for inclusivity in sports on Courtside Wellness.
65 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
About this podcast
Author:
Wellness Athletic Services
Overview:
Categories:
Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
34 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Breaking Barriers: Queer Athletes Speak Out on Inclusion in Sports
Successful athletes tend to be happy athletes. And, frankly, you need to be motivated by so much love for what you're doing that it's the same thing.
Imagine being an elite athlete and having to navigate not just the physical and mental demands of your sport, but also the challenges of being part of the Queer Community. In this episode of Courtside Wellness, host Brandon St. Croix sits down with Grace Annear, a track and field star, and Catherine Hutchens, who excelled in hockey and soccer, to discuss their journeys as Queer Athletes.
They candidly share the hurdles they face, from lack of recognition and resources to dealing with stereotypes and stigma. Grace and Catherine dive deep into what it means to be a Queer Athlete today, shedding light on the systemic barriers that still exist. They don't just talk about the struggles; they also highlight recent successes and their hopes for a more inclusive future in sports.
Their stories are not only inspiring but also a call to action for change within the sports community. Brandon underscores the importance of mental health support for athletes and the critical role coaches play in fostering a positive environment. The conversation also touches on the intersectionality of Queer and Women's Issues in sports, emphasizing that creating an inclusive space benefits everyone involved. As Grace eloquently puts it, 'Successful athletes tend to be happy athletes.
And you need to be motivated by so much love for what you're doing.' This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how love for the game and support from the community can drive meaningful change. Tune in to hear Grace and Catherine's compelling stories and join the movement towards a more inclusive sports world.