Kevin Maxen, the assistant strength coach for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL, has made the brave decision to publicly come out as gay. In an interview with Outsports, Maxen revealed that he is the first openly gay male coach in a men’s professional sports league in the United States.
Maxen shared that he has been in a relationship with his boyfriend, Nick, for the past two years. He expressed that he no longer wants to hide his true self or his relationship, stating, “I don’t want to feel like I have to lie about who I am seeing or why I am living with someone else. I want to be vocal in support of people living how they want to live, but I also just want to live and not feel fear about how people will react.”
The strength coach also reached out to NFL player Carl Nassib, who came out as gay in 2021 while playing for the Las Vegas Raiders. Maxen wanted to discuss his own coming out journey with Nassib and work together to promote acceptance of LGBTQ individuals in major American sports.
Maxen hopes to bring his boyfriend Nick to Jaguars events, where other team members and coaches often bring their significant others. He looks forward to experiencing these moments openly and authentically.
While Maxen acknowledges that discrimination is still present, he remains resilient and determined to overcome any obstacles. He refuses to let societal prejudices define his worth or limit his potential. He proudly embraces his identity as a Black Jew and someone who has dated both men and women.
Prior to Maxen, several female assistant coaches in the NFL, like Katie Sowers of the San Francisco 49ers, had already come out publicly. Maxen’s decision to come out as a male coach sets a significant precedent for LGBTQ visibility and inclusivity in professional sports.
Many of Maxen’s colleagues, including Marcus Pollard, the Jaguars Director of Player Development, have expressed their support for him. Pollard believes it is a privilege to work with Maxen in an environment that embraces diversity.
Kevin Maxen’s courageous journey towards living his truth will undoubtedly inspire others in the league and beyond. He hopes that his story will contribute to a more accepting and inclusive atmosphere in professional sports.
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