Gay Games
The Gay Games is an athletic and cultural event conceived by Dr. Tom Waddell, an Olympic decathlete, and was first held in San Francisco in 1982. Every four years the Gay Games welcome over 10,000 athletes in 30+ sports. Any adult athlete is welcome: all genders, gay or straight, novice or elite. Participants range from rank beginners to Olympic medalists, and each individual partakes in genuine competition in an atmosphere of fun and mutual support.[1]
Mission & Background
The mission of the Federation of Gay Games is to promote equality, diversity and inclusion through sport and culture.
The Gay Games is built upon the core principles of Participation, Inclusion, and Personal Best™. Based on these values, since 1982, the Gay Games have brought together people from all over the world, with diversity, respect, equality, solidarity, and sharing. The Gay Games is open to all, young or old, athlete or artist, experienced or novice, gay or straight.
It is a fundamental principle of the Federation of Gay Games that all activities conducted under its auspices shall be inclusive in nature and that no individual shall be excluded from participating on the basis of sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, political belief(s), athletic/artistic ability, physical challenge, age, or health status.[2]
Square Dancers Who Have Won Medals
- Amador Gonzalez | billiards
- Charlie Williamson | cycling
Performances by Gay Square Dancers
San Francisco, 1982
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San Francisco, 1986
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Vancouver, 1990
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Photos
Logo
Foggy City Squares performing at opening ceremonies, 1982
Foggy City Squares performing at closing ceremonies, 1982
1986. from top to bottom, left to right: Bradley Stover and Eric.? and tall Jim (who moved to Seattle). Charles Thomas and Cap Moran. Russ King and Lou. (Courtesy of Russ King)
1986. from top to bottom, left to right: Bradley Stover and Eric.? and tall Jim (who moved to Seattle). Charles Thomas and Cap Moran. Russ King and Lou. (Courtesy of Russ King)
Waiting to enter, 1986. Courtesy of Scott Carey
Callers Marty Kahler, Bruce Bradbury, Keith Bishop, Bill Whitefield, 1986
1986. Six-square column. (Courtesy Russ King)
On the field, 1986. Courtesy of Scott Carey
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