Manly Warringah Sea Eagles admits it did not properly consult the players, and apologises for any 'discomfort and pain' it may have caused the LGBT community
Seven Australian rugby league players have withdrawn from a match after refusing to wear a shirt carrying LGBT rainbow symbols., said the players - who all featured in the club's previous match - were opposed to wearing the jersey on religious and cultural grounds.Coach Des Hasler defended the players, saying the club was at fault for not properly consulting them.
"The intent of the jersey was to support the advocacy and human rights pertaining to gender, race, culture, ability and LGBTQ movements," Mr Hasler said. He told Sydney's Daily Telegraph:"I can promise you every young kid on the northern beaches who is dealing with their sexuality would have heard about this."
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