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Ben Patch: Queerness in Men‘s Sport

December 3, 2021

The image of males in sports is often characterized by macho stereotypes. But what about athletes who don't want to conform to them? In 2020, U.S. volleyball pro Ben Patch spoke openly about being queer. For which he received recognition and praise.

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