Olympics: Lesbian, bisexual women, champions out and proud

There are 11, 12 or thirteen lesbian and bisexual women who were out and proud at the Beijing 2008 Games depending on which website you look at.  Six lesbian and bisexual athletes are definitely medalists in gold, silver, and bronze. Natasha Kai took gold for the U.S. in soccer, taking the team to the finals by scoring an overtime goal. She is the first Hawaiian on the U.S. National Team, and she also missed the first training camp because of a 'nasty' breakup with her girlfriend. Linda Bresonik who was outed by tabloids took bronze in soccer for Germany.  Linda Lappin and Vicky Galindo came out in the Advocate last month, and took silver for the U.S. Women's softball team.

So many lesbians, so little time!

But I have my two favorite lesbians. Gro Hammerseng and Katia Nyberg who took gold for Norway in handball. Just look at these two. Teammates, out, in love. Girls who play together, stay together.

Brava to these women who are strong and proud on the field and off!