", USL also issued a statement: "We are aware of the alleged use of a homophobic slur in tonight's match between San Diego Loyal SC and Phoenix Rising FC. Shortly thereafter, an animated Donovan was caught on video discussing the incident with Schantz and the referee at the start of halftime, with Donovan at one point turning away from Schantz incredulously. "If we wanted to be true to who we are as a club, we have to speak, and we have to act," Donovan said in the statement. I am disappointed by San Diego's actions this evening as I have been mauled and ridiculed online with no opportunity to defend myself. The San Diego Loyal walked off the field in protest Wednesday night, saying a Phoenix Rising player used an anti-gay slur directed at openly-gay midfielder Collin Martin.
Manager Landon Donovan discussed the incident with the referee and Phoenix head coach Rick Schantz. ️✊ #AllBlackLivesMatter. San Diego san-diego-loyal-walk-off Archives. We have no choice," Donovan said of the officials and of Schantz after the alleged offender was allowed to remain in the game. In a post-game statement posted to the Loyal's Twitter feed, Donovan said Martin brought the slur to referees' attention as the first half ended, just after Martin was given a red card with San Diego up 3-1. "We are aware of the alleged use of a homophobic slur in tonight’s match between San Diego Loyal SC and Phoenix Rising FC," a statement read. San Diego Loyal tweeted to say why they had decided to walk off the pitch on Wednesday "This evening in our match against the San Diego Loyal I was accused of making a homophobic slur towards a San Diego Loyal player," the statement began. "We went through a really hard incident last week in the L.A. match and we made a vow to ourselves, to our community, to our players, to the club, to USL, that we would not stand for bigotry, homophobic slurs, things that don't belong in our game," Donovan said in the video, adding that the team's biggest regret from the Galaxy II incident was not taking a stand at the moment the slur was used. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines. Donovan said that Schantz also would not substitute the player out of the game. ", "The referee admitted he did not hear any homophobic slurs and was utterly confused by the situation," the statement added later. A minor league soccer game was reportedly halted on Wednesday after an apparent incident of bigotry. "The Loyal in our name is symbolic of the diversity in our community and as a club we will not stand for this.”, Loyal president Warren Smith added: “If there is anything we have learned during the last few months with all the racial injustice matters that have occurred, we have to take action that have consequences when these matters occur. In June 2018, Martin came out as gay while with MLS' Minnesota United. San Diego Loyal players walk off in protest after alleged homophobic slur used by Phoenix Rising player. (Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) United States men’s national team defender DeAndre Yedlin is joining the San Diego Loyal’s ownership group. San Diego Loyal players walk off field after alleged homophobic abuse – video report Landon Donovan spoke of his pride after his San Diego Loyal … Comments are welcome while open. "At no point did I say a homophobic slur towards Collin Martin. — San Diego Loyal (@SanDiegoLoyal) October 1, 2020 The player who was allegedly attacked, Collin Martin, came out as gay in … For the second time in a week, the San Diego Loyal SC of the USL Championship found themselves in the middle of a controversy over alleged hate speech, this time walking off the pitch in protest after the club claimed an opposing player used a homophobic slur against a Loyal player. Donovan, who had spells at Everton and La Galaxy during a 20-year playing career, insisted his team would not stand for bigotry. CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. We reserve the right to close comments at any time. Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6. The Loyal walked off the pitch in protest after they say a member of the Phoenix team directed a homophobic slur at one of its players. "Last week we made it loud and clear that we do not stand for racism or homophobia. On Sept. 23, LA Galaxy II defender Omar Ontiveros used a racial slur against the Loyal's Elijah Martin, a Black player. The San Diego Loyal made quite a statement on Wednesday, as the entire team decided to walk off the pitch in protest after an alleged homophobic slur was directed at one of their players. The San Diego Loyal players decided to walk off the pitch as a result, despite winning the game 3-1. The slur was reportedly directed at openly-gay midfielder Collin Martin. USL team San Diego Loyal walked off the field halfway through their match against rivals Phoenix Rising after their openly-gay midfielder Collin Martin was the victim of an alleged homophobic slur by a Phoenix player. General; For Sale; Jobs; Cars; Services The San Diego club is co-owned and coached by Landon Donovan, the joint all-time-leading goal-scorer in U.S. men's national team history. It is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. That was Collin Martin, who initially couldn’t stomach being the reason his team forfeited a game that they were leading 3-1 and gave up any hope of securing a playoff berth. Ontiveros was released by the LA Galaxy II on Saturday. The Galaxy II's win on Wednesday officially eliminated the Loyal from postseason contention. The Loyal earned a point for a draw in that game, but on Friday the club announced it wanted to forfeit that point. Despite leading 3-1 at half-time, Loyal returned for the second half, waited for the ball to be kicked off by Rising before opting to leave the pitch in protest. Foul and abusive language of any type has absolutely no place in our society and will not be tolerated in USL matches. In response we have decided to walk off the pitch in protest. This is my statement. The USL have confirmed they are now investigating Wednesday night's incident. Loyal manager and former USMNT striker Landon Donovan was part of the walk-off and was seen debating the decision with Rising coach Rick Schantz. In response we have decided to walk off the pitch in protest," the club posted on Twitter. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. https://www.cbc.ca/sports/soccer/usl-san-diego-loyal-walk-off-pitch-1.5746134 A homophobic slur was directed at a Loyal player and the team took Wednesday, September 30 The San Diego Loyal decided as a team that they would walk off the … A match between the San Diego Loyal and Phoenix Rising in the USL Championship, the second-tier of U.S. soccer behind the MLS, ended prematurely on Wednesday after a San Diego walk-off … ", The Rising issued a statement, which read in part, "Phoenix Rising is investigating the claim of a homophobic slur being used by one its players who has vehemently denied these allegations. San Diego Padres affiliates were 2-2 on Thursday. An investigation is currently underway to determine the facts surrounding the incident and more information will be provided as soon as it is available. According to the Loyal's Twitter feed, a Phoenix Rising player called the Loyal's Collin Martin a homophobic slur in the first half. The game ended in a 1-1 draw but San Diego Loyal opted to forfeit the match two days later after they were made aware of the incident. Junior Flemmings, a player for Arizona’s Phoenix Rising football club, has been handed a six-match ban for using homophobic slurs. Loyal walking off field drew Yedlin to team. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. 2021-01; 2020-12; 2020-11; 2020-10; 2020-09; 2020-08; 2020-07; San Diego Classifieds. San Diego Loyal have walked off the pitch halfway through a USL match against Phoenix Rising after a homophobic slur was used. The alleged incident happened Wednesday night during the first half of a game between Loyal and Phoenix Rising FC in San Diego. DeAndre Yedlin said that it was the Loyal's decision to walk off the field in protest last season led him to want to join their ownership group. A variety of newsletters you'll love, delivered straight to you. "In the first half a member of Phoenix Rising used a homophobic slur directed at Collin Martin. I do not know Collin personally, but I respect all of my opponents equally, Collin included. I stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ movement. US … By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses. Flemmings is from Jamaica. In refusing to play the second half, the Loyal forfeited, ultimately costing themselves any shot at the playoffs. Landon Donovan on San Diego Loyal walking off the pitch San Diego Loyal manager Landon Donovan speaks to CNN about Wednesday night's incident and what went into the … Nothing has changed this week.". “We don’t even want to recognise being a part of a match where these types of actions take place," Loyal’s chairman Andrew Vassiliadis said. San Diego Loyal have walked off the pitch halfway through a USL match against Phoenix Rising after a homophobic slur was used. The San Diego Loyal SC has once again taken a stand against hate. San Diego Loyal walked off the field halfway through their USL Championship match against Phoenix Rising after an alleged homophobic slur … Read full article. Last week we made it loud and clear that we do not stand for racism or homophobia. I am proud of this organisation, its ownership, staff and especially our players for wanting to take such action.". Landon Donovan said his San Diego Loyal "would not stand" for bigotry having left the pitch in protest after an alleged homophobic comment was aimed at midfielder Collin Martin, who is gay. ... the ownership groups of San Diego Loyal … Donovan's San Diego walk off after alleged anti-gay slur San Diego Loyal forfeit their USL match vs. Phoenix Rising for an alleged anti-gay slur toward Collin Martin. DeAndre Yedlin said that it was the Loyal's decision to walk off the field in protest last season led him to want to join their ownership group. ", The team made the bold decision to abandon a game they were leading 3-1 at the time, Cade Cowell: Future USMNT teenage sensation linked with Barcelona, Emi Buendia: Arsenal target at Norwich who is keeping Dybala out of Argentina squad, Messi to miss Barcelona's last game of the season with future undecided, 'I am not satisfied with myself' - Gnabry reflects on disappointing campaign at Bayern Munich, they forfeited a point earned in a 1-1 draw against LA Galaxy II. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. The San Diego Loyal walked off the pitch tonight in their matchup with the Phoenix Rising. Yedlin said that, among other things, it was the Loyal’s commitment to standing up to social issues that drew him to the United Soccer League club. To encourage thoughtful and respectful conversations, first and last names will appear with each submission to CBC/Radio-Canada's online communities (except in children and youth-oriented communities). The Loyal walk off In the San Diego Loyal’s halftime meeting, only one player wanted to play the second half. San Diego Loyal coach Landon Donovan on Wednesday led his soccer team off the Torero Stadium pitch after another of his players allegedly became a target of … "This accusation is false and my fellow teammates will support my claim. Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. Later Wednesday night, Rising forward Junior Flemmings tweeted that he was the one accused of using a slur, but he denied ever using it. Here is a recap of the day's events. San Diego Loyal have walked off the pitch halfway through a USL match against Phoenix Rising after a homophobic slur was used. It's alleged a Rising player verbally abused openly-gay Loyal player Collin Martin during the contest with his club standing in solidarity with the midfielder. The San Diego Loyal walked out mid-game to protest an opponent’s homophobic slur This comes one week after a Black player on the team was called a racist slur by an opposing player. El Paso Chihuahuas (Lost to Sugarland 7-3) (8-5 on the season) Evan Miller- 3 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 1 K (48 Landon Donovan and the San Diego Loyal showed us what true allyship against bigotry looks like. Nothing has changed this week. Prior to the start of the second half, the Loyal walked off … Donovan's San Diego walk off after alleged anti-gay slur (2:19) San Diego Loyal forfeit their USL match vs. Phoenix Rising for an alleged anti-gay slur toward Collin Martin. Landon Donovan, San Diego Loyal walk off over gay slur. A match between the San Diego Loyal and Phoenix Rising in the USL Championship, the second-tier of U.S. soccer behind the MLS, ended prematurely on Wednesday after a San Diego walk-off … Phoenix Rising stands with the USL in rejecting and punishing any homophobic behavior. According to Donovan, the referee admitted he heard the word at the heart of the issue, but the referee would not send the player off because the referee did not understand the phrase, allegedly a Jamaican slur. "If they're not willing to act, then we have to act. The San Diego Loyal walked off the field in protest Wednesday night, saying a Phoenix Rising player used an anti-gay slur directed at openly-gay … The San Diego Loyal and Phoenix Rising faced off in Wednesday's USL Championship match but the game ended early in shocking fashion. pic.twitter.com/WlOYauQhgV. During a halftime that Donovan called "a really difficult 20 minutes," the Loyal decided to take the pitch for the second half, but if the player who allegedly made the slur was still not removed from the game, the Loyal would walk off the pitch and refuse to play the second half. San Diego Loyal manager Landon Donovan discussing an alleged homophobic incident during their match against Phoenix Rising with the referee and Phoenix head coach Rick Schantz. The Loyal's decision to walk off comes less than a week after they forfeited a point earned in a 1-1 draw against LA Galaxy II following news that a racial slur was directed at one of their players. "Foul and abusive language of any type has absolutely no place in our society and will not be tolerated in USL matches. Add some “good” to your morning and evening. An investigation is currently underway to determine the facts surrounding the incident and more information will be provided as soon as it is available.".
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