Melbourne United star Isaac Humphries has change into the primary male skilled basketballer in Australia to announce that he’s homosexual.
The 24-year-old made the announcement on Wednesday morning and United posted a video of him telling his teammates. Humphries admitted struggling a lot that he as soon as tried to take his personal life.
“I have hidden something about myself my whole life, from everyone I love, and even myself sometimes. It is a truth about myself that I have wanted to deny for a long time, but now I feel comfortable in telling you all. That truth, is that I am gay.” Humphries mentioned.
“I have been through extremely dark times during this journey, but I have been through so much growth and I am now happy with who I am.”
“I figured out a lot about myself during this most recent off-season, and I have thought about this a lot. I knew if I were to join a team and start a season, I knew I would have to reveal who I am and not hide anymore.”
“I have finally come to a point where I know I can reveal myself as a gay man and still play professional sport.”
Humphries began his NBL profession with Sydney, performed 5 NBA video games for the Atlanta Hawks in the course of the 2018-19 season, returned to Australia to play for Adelaide and is now with United.
He follows within the footsteps of Adelaide United soccer participant Josh Cavallo revealing he’s homosexual.
While feminine sports activities have had overtly homosexual gamers for years, male athletes haven’t been as comfy revealing their sexuality.
Humphries hopes he may also help others.
“I believe it is definitely time to make a change and set an example to the next generation that they can be anything they want while still being true to themselves.” Humphries mentioned.
“I want to demonstrate that you can be a professional athlete, you can be anything you want, and still be gay.”
“By me being truthful with you, I hope you understand that this will now allow me to be truly myself, both in life and as a member of this team.”
Melbourne United and the NBL have thrown their assist round Humphries as we speak.
United Chief Executive Officer Nick Truelson mentioned everybody felt delight that he was comfy to inform his teammates the news. NBL Commissioner Jeremy Loeliger described Humphries as a pacesetter.
United coach Dean Vickerman mentioned his centre had proven monumental braveness.
“We love Isaac here at the club. For him to feel comfortable to be his true self here is great, and we couldn’t be more proud of him,” Vickerman mentioned.
“We can’t underestimate how difficult this must have been for Isaac, but I’m really excited by the fact that he can be completely open and honest with his teammates and now ultimately, the world. It’s huge.”
“Isaac has also made it clear to me and the rest of the team that while this is a massive occasion for him off the court, his focus remains on the court. We will continue to support Isaac however we can, while also pursuing another NBL championship with this group.”
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