"This approach allows us to support Pride Night while also respecting the diversity of backgrounds and personal beliefs within our playing group,"
"We believe hockey is for everyone, and we remain dedicated to fostering a space where all fans, players, and staff feel respected, valued, and welcome."
"In light of this The Hive have refused to accept any money, strip or donations from the club and left the match immediately. We will be writing to them regarding this. The Hive will always standup for LGBTQIA+ rights and we will not be silenced."
"Let us be clear: Pride is not a warm-up. Pride is not optional. And Pride is not something that should be compromised t"
The Hive, a non-discriminatory community hub in Kirkcaldy, criticised the Fife Flyers after the team decided to wear Pride-themed jerseys only for warm-ups and to play the match in standard home jerseys. The Flyers said the approach balanced support for Pride Night with respect for diverse backgrounds and personal beliefs and announced a post-game auction of the Pride jerseys to benefit The Hive. The Hive said it had no knowledge of the change, described itself as disappointed, refused donations and left the match, and launched a fundraiser that doubled its £1,000 goal. Fife Pride expressed anger and insisted Pride is not optional.
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