Why did Fife Flyers apologize for their Pride Night decision?

Fife Flyers apologized because their decision to wear Pride-themed jerseys only during warm-ups, rather than for the entire match, caused hurt and disappointment within the LGBTQ+ community and its allies.

What was the reaction of The Hive Kirkcaldy to Fife Flyers' jersey decision?

The Hive Kirkcaldy, a local LGBTQ+ charity, was extremely disappointed, refused the club's donation and match-worn strip, and stated they would not be silenced regarding LGBTQIA+ rights.

What did Fife Pride say about the team's compromise on Pride Night?

Fife Pride stated they were angry and deeply disappointed, emphasizing that Pride is not a warm-up and should not be compromised for personal beliefs, as such actions undermine trust and send harmful messages.

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Fife Flyers Apologize for Pride Jersey U-Turn

2 Feb

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Summary

Team wore rainbow jerseys only during warm-ups, not the game.
Charity refused donation and strip citing disappointment.
Club apologized for hurt and disappointment caused by decision.

Fife Flyers Apologize for Pride Jersey U-Turn

The UK's oldest ice hockey team, Fife Flyers, issued an apology following backlash over their decision regarding rainbow jerseys for Pride Night. The Kirkcaldy-based team stated their annual Pride Night aimed to celebrate diversity and inclusion. However, they announced the Pride-themed jerseys would only be worn during warm-ups to respect the personal beliefs of their players.

This decision meant the team competed in their standard home jerseys against the Guildford Flames, a match they lost 6-1. In previous years, the Flyers had worn custom rainbow jerseys for their Pride Night fixtures. The club's initial statement emphasized their commitment to inclusion remained unchanged.

The following day, the club apologized for the 'hurt and disappointment' their decision had caused. This apology came after local LGBTQ+ charity The Hive Kirkcaldy expressed extreme disappointment, stating they were not informed beforehand and refused all donations and the match-worn strip. Fife Pride also voiced anger, declaring that 'Pride is not a warm-up' and that such compromises undermine trust and send harmful messages.