Statement: Corey Webster

The National Basketball League (NBL) is aware of comments made by Perth Wildcats’ player, Corey Webster, and acknowledges he has taken full responsibility for the hurt he may have caused, and has apologised.

“The League is disappointed with his comments, which were insensitive and harmful,” NBL CEO David Stevenson said.

“We want the NBL to be a safe and inclusive environment at all times and encourage the greater inclusion and wellbeing of LGBTQ players, members and fans.”

Last season the NBL celebrated its inaugural Champion Pride Round, and will do so again this season.

“The community is critical in supporting inclusion and diversity in our society and we all must work together to encourage everyone to be themselves,” Stevenson added.

“There will always be challenges when stances and beliefs conflict with one another, but as an organisation we are committed to working together and supporting one another, with respect at all times.”

The NBL is a proud partner of Pride in Sport and conducts regular training and education for all players and staff.

Pride in Sport is a national not-for-profit sporting inclusion program specifically designed to assist sporting organisations of all levels with the inclusion of employees, athletes, coaches, volunteers and spectators with diverse sexualities and genders.

For more information about the NBL’s Pride Round, click here: https://nbl.com.au/pride.