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sports3 years ago•1 min saved

"Breaking Barriers: Jaguars' Kevin Maxen Shatters Stereotypes as First Openly Gay Male Coach in Major U.S. Men's Pro Sports"

Kevin Maxen, an associate strength coach for the Jacksonville Jaguars, has become the first publicly out male coach in major American men's professional sports. In an interview with Outsports, Maxen expressed his desire to live authentically and support others in doing the same. While several female coaches in the NFL have come out in recent years, Maxen's public announcement marks a significant milestone for LGBTQ+ representation in the sports industry.

via The Athletic|

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sports3 years ago•2 min saved

"Jags' Maxen Breaks Barriers as First Openly Gay Male Pro Sports Coach"

Kevin Maxen, an assistant strength and conditioning coach for the Jacksonville Jaguars, has become the first male coach in major American men's professional sports to publicly come out as gay. Maxen made the decision to be open about his sexuality to inspire others and to no longer hide who he is. The move has received support from Jaguars owner Shad Khan, who praised Maxen's courage and emphasized the importance of creating an inclusive environment. Maxen hopes that by sharing his personal life, he can feel more authentic and allow his partner to be acknowledged in the same way as other coaches' significant others.

via ESPN|

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sports3 years ago•1 min saved

"Jaguars' Kevin Maxen: First Openly Gay Male NFL Coach"

Kevin Maxen, the associate strength coach for the Jacksonville Jaguars, has become the first male coach in major U.S. men's pro sports to come out as gay. Maxen hopes to inspire others to live authentically and openly, stating that he no longer wants to feel the need to hide his relationship or fear how people will react. He reached out to Outsports after being inspired by the coming out of NFL player Carl Nassib. Maxen has been dating his boyfriend, Nick, for over two years.

via NBC Sports|

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