Breaking Barriers: How the Milwaukee Gay Sports Network is Empowering LGBTQ Community through Sports and Inclusivity

The Milwaukee Gay Sports Network (MGSN) is making a positive impact by promoting inclusivity and encouraging people to get active. The network offers several sports leagues including bowling, darts, rugby, softball, volleyball, and tennis. In addition to providing opportunities for sports participation, MGSN also supports LGBTQ causes.

Peter Nys participates in the MGSN’s bowling league at Classic Lanes in Greenfield, Wis. He initially joined the league years ago with the goal of meeting new friends, and since then has found a supportive community through his involvement in various sports. Nys emphasizes the importance of MGSN in connecting LGBTQ sports leagues throughout the Milwaukee area, creating a sense of family and inclusivity.

Jake Putman, the current president of MGSN, highlights the organization’s focus on increasing sports participation and supporting LGBTQ causes. He believes that athletic competition is beneficial for health and wellness, particularly for the LGBTQ community who may have previously been excluded from such environments. Nys echoes this sentiment, emphasizing the network’s welcoming space for LGBTQ individuals and sports enthusiasts of all levels.

Both Nys and Putman share a sense of pride in the community they have found through MGSN and hope to see others benefit from the network’s support and inclusivity. By providing opportunities for sports participation and advocating for LGBTQ causes, MGSN is helping to create a more inclusive and active community.