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LPGA's Reid comes out as gay: 'Be proud of who you are'

Related Topics: Athlete Ally, LPGA

Mel Reid announced Monday that she is joining Athlete Ally as a pro ambassador in that organization’s fight for equality and inclusion in sport.

Athlete Ally’s mission to “dismantle the systems of oppression that isolate, exclude and endanger LGBTQ people” is advanced on its web site.

Reid tweeted out the link to a Q&A she did with Athlete Ally, where she addresses her decision to come out as gay.

“The Tour is a very welcoming community, and it’s rare that anyone has an issue with sexuality or openly express any issues,” Reid said.