I love our bash brothers. I love the energy and enthusiasm that they bring to the pitch.
...And still, I will hope to see Alan Gordon off the pitch for the next 4 games. I am an emotional person. I understand that pre-programmed words fly out of our mouths in the heat of the moment. Hurtful words, that we do not intend, for beliefs that we do not really hold, can escape our bodies, like aliens in a bad B movie. But, there needs to be some pain to re-program. Just as with Colin Clark then with Houston, and the Sounders Ball Boy, a 3 game suspension is warranted.
There are gay professional athletes, there always have been, there always will be. We need to create a culture where they feel that they do not have to hide. Tonight on Nightline (ABC), Robbie Rogers will talk about his experience as a gay athlete.
Alan, keep your cleats on, and watch your words, you are awesome, but you have not been acting in the Quakes best interest. Come on guys don't cross the line!
