Brittney Griner On Coming Out: “Just Be Who You Are”

One person who has neither been hiding or exploiting her sexual preference is 22 year old Baylor basketball player and WNBA first draft pick, Brittany Griner. In an interview with Sports Illustrated, Brittany was asked about sexuality in sports. This couldn’t have come at a better time given the current Kerry Rhodes controversy. Check out what Griner had to say.

On Sexuality And Sports

“I really couldn’t give an answer on why that’s so different. Being one that’s out, it’s just being who you are. Again, like I said, just be who you are. Don’t worry about what other people are going to say, because they’re always going to say something, but, if you’re just true to yourself, let that shine through. Don’t hide who you really are.”

On Whether It’s Harder For Famous Athletes To Come Out

“It really wasn’t too difficult, I wouldn’t say I was hiding or anything like that. I’ve always been open about who I am and my sexuality. So, it wasn’t hard at all. If I can show that I’m out and I’m fine and everything’s OK, then hopefully the younger generation will definitely feel the same way.”

Congratulations to Griner on being the #1 draft pick and heading to the Phoenix Mercury. Also congrats to our girl Skylar Diggins on being #3 pick.