Well they got it wrong to start with... it should be LGBTIQA+ not LGBTQ.

That's not as inclusive as the NBL should be...

I'm ok supporting the LGBIQA part, but i just have reservations about alot of the T part, and I can't work out what the + is. So I wouldn't say I'm triggered, but I just can't support the whole thing, I hate how it all gets lumped together.

I wish sport was just kept out of political issues, especially ones that create division.

Being inclusive isn't political.
It’s a social issue.

I think the way the world is at the moment, the more we can accept all people and just try be respectful and nice to all is a good thing.

Wonder what the consequences would be for the NBL if they didn't do a pride round? Would they be called out for being silent and unprogressive? Being the NBL, would the general public even care or take notice with anything they do?

And are the NBLs intentions for doing it as well-meaning as they make it out to be? Or does it give them a bit more publicity? I do like how they've taken a strong stance and stuck to it in support, rather than tip toe around the issue.

"I wonder how many people will be triggered and outraged by the existence of this round this season. Crossing my fingers for a decline."

According to social media replies it's about what you'd probably expect unfortunately.

I think the way the world is at the moment, the more we can accept all people and just try be respectful and nice to all is a good thing.

The league doesn't need to be doing this. It’s all for show, nobody goes to the basketball thinking about this stuff. They put it in your face.

Well they got it wrong to start with... it should be LGBTIQA+ not LGBTQ.

I'm ok supporting the LGBIQA part, but i just have reservations about alot of the T part,

Should a team choose to not wear the required symbols, we in turn should be respectful of their beliefs and preferences.

This really is a who the fuck cares type of moment.

This is a very recent example of why we still need a Pride round in the NBL, unfortunately...

https://www.espn.com.au/nbl/story/_/id/38429325/nbl-perth-wildcats-corey-webster-trouble-anti-lgbtq+-tweet#

Axel forcing him to wear a symbol won't stop his inner thoughts. Code of conduct to uphold on social media etc as a player, but that’s about it.

Ignorant/scared people will still have their unfortunate inner thoughts.
I'm guessing part of the plan is to help people understand that there's not as much to be scared of as they might think. So those negative inner thoughts will be a lot less prevalent.

It's a slow process so it takes persistence and patience, but it's clearly worth it when you have people like Isaac Humphries feeling safe enough to come out and live his truth.

More inclusivity ultimately means larger audience, more interest and more $ it's a good thing for society and the league. If it's not your bag thats fine too, there is so little focus on it that ignoring it and watching the game won't be a hassle unless you make it one.

I'm outraged there's no Heritage Round.

I share Perthworld's outrage.

Still no heritage round, AFL has also done the same and hide it under a rug. Australia does still have certain teams celebrating their history like the Adelaide 36ers did against Melbourne.

But strange they won't do a heritage round.

Still no heritage round, AFL has also done the same and hide it under a rug. Australia does still have certain teams celebrating their history like the Adelaide 36ers did against Melbourne.

But strange they won't do a heritage round.

NBLTigers, the league is probably tired of the confusing stance that Melbourne United have with their past and maybe want to distance themselves from it as it only draws controversy.

Plus the lack of authentic looking jerseys seems to be hard to pull off, such as sponsors making it look a little fake. For example, a 1994 Wildcats jersey would work better if there was a huge SWan Gold logo in the centre of it, rather than a mate internet one.

There was a heritage/retro round last season? Not sure what you all are on about...

Yes, there was.