Featured events


7-9 September 2012
Brussels Games
Brussels

Brussels Gay Sports will offer a weekend of fun and fairplay in the capital of Europe, with volleyball, swimming, badminton, and tennis, as well as fitness and hiking.

Learn more HERE.
26-28 October 2012
QueergamesBern
Bern, Switzerland

The success of the first edition of the QueergamesBern proved the need for an LGBT multisport event in Switzerland. This year will be even bigger, with badminton, bowling, running, walking, floorball.

Learn more HERE.
17-20 January 2013
Sin City Shootout
Las Vegas
The 7th Sin City Shootout will feature softball, ice hockey, tennis, wrestling, basketball, dodgeball, bodybuilding and basketball.

Learn more HERE.

13-16 June 2013
IGLFA Euro Cup
Dublin
After this year's edition in Budapest at the EuroGames, the IGLFA Euro Cup heads to Dublin for 2013, hosted by the Dublin Devils and the Dublin Phoenix Tigers.

Learn more HERE.

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

"The Road to Cologne": triathlete Hector Torres

Here's an extract of a profile of a Gay Games VIII athlete. Read the full profile in Living in the Queer Times HERE:

After the Gay Games, I left with a new mission in life. Practicing this sport is a lifestyle, not a one-time deal. The Triathlon sport changed my life; therefore, I decided to master all three sports. I decided to become a Coach and teach others. I founded the Central Florida Triathlon Club in Orlando Florida. It is the largest club in Central Florida and the most structured club in the nation. I coach everyone who is part of the club for FREE! You just have to show up to practice. The services the club provides is like no other. I have a total of 500 athletes.

After finishing my bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, I pursued my masters in Sports and Fitness with a concentration in Sports Leadership and Coaching. I continued to pursue my education in the Triathlon sport. I am currently part of the Elite Coaching Program, which means, we are looking for athletes who have potential to become professional’s athletes and take them to the Olympics. I coach all levels of athletes from beginners to advanced.

My training has changed dramatically and improved in all levels. I feel so strong and ready for the Games this time around. I am registered for the Olympic Triathlon, Cycling Criterium, Cycling Time Trial, 5k & 10k road race and Half Marathon. I am planning to be in Cologne for 2 weeks and ready to enjoy it!

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