Up to seven SeaEagles players are considering withdrawing from their upcoming clash against the sydneyroosters due to their refusal to wear the club's LGBTQ pride jersey. 9News
Th news came only hours after the club unveiled the "Everyone In League" jersey, which features rainbow colours where would normally be plain white.Interim Sea Eagles CEO Gary Wolman had spoken positively and said the club was proud of the jersey.
"The Sea Eagles have such a rich and diverse history in rugby league and in the community,'' Wolman said."To be able to bring this concept to life with Dynasty sport is a fantastic achievement and we are pleased to be able to share such an important message that means so much to many people in the community."
Ian Roberts - the Manly legend who was the first professional rugby league player to come out as gay - is reportedly planning to attend Thursday's game to support the cause.For a daily dose of the best of the breaking news and exclusive content from Wide World of Sports, subscribe to our newsletter by
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