Posts Tagged ‘Greg McMackin’

Weis’ apology acceptance adds to homophobia?

It’s been interesting and educational to read the reaction from various corners of the media to the “fag-bomb” dropped by Hawaii football coach Greg McMackin last week. Jon Pyle, a blogger for SI.com, focused on Charlie Weis’ reaction to the incident and called it a “giant step back for sexual orientation in football“: More important [...]

Hawaii coach suspended for faggot comment

The University of Hawaii handed down a multi-pronged action against football coach Greg McMackin for his “faggot” comment at a Thursday press conference. Among other things, the coach is suspended without pay for 30 days, will have his salary reduced, and will participate in various pro-gay-tolerance initiatives. You can see all the details here. I [...]