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Frankie de la Cretaz
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writing at the intersection of sports & gender / co-author of HAIL MARY: The Rise & Fall of the National Women’s Football League / they/them 🏳️‍⚧️🌈
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Leeds (U.K.), Jacksonville, FL, Colombia, MO: we’ve got options for you, too! Long-distance connects also welcome. Shoot your shot: www.thefrankiedlc.news/p/shoot-your...
Just a girl who needs women's sports to forget about the world currently on fire Leeds, United Kingdom + she/her + 39 + platonic + monogamous romantic * connections, anywhere I'm a Canadian kid (I'm 39 but act like I'm 35) who moved to Leeds, UK for work! Slowly trying to brainwash my new friends here into loving women's sports which has been moderately successful. I'm always looking to dish on anything related to the WSI, WNBA, PWHL, etc. You'd be doing my British mates a favour by lending me your ear! Maybe they'll start responding to my messages again... If Mark Ruffalo was a Fat Trans Professor Jacksonville, FL + he/him + 33 + monogamous romantic connections, anywhere Early 30s trans man academic in Florida seeks romantic connection with late twenties through 30s femme identifying person. Loves NWSL/USWNT, furry animals, used bookstores, and going to movies/shows. Food lover. Wants to travel and build family/home. I value compassion. banter with me Columbia, MO + they/he + 29 + platonic + non-monogamous romantic, connections, anywhere 29 y/o bi covid cautious transmasc guy living in the midwest. looking for queer folks to banter about sports w/ or play in fantasy leagues. been going to liberty games since i was a kid in the msg days & joined the gunners as i got into football. love to talk xintersection of sports & social justice.
December 4, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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NYC, Seattle, or Texas: maybe one of these ads speaks to you? Shoot your shot! www.thefrankiedlc.news/p/shoot-your...
Proud owner of Han Xu height chart Queens, NY + they/them + 34 + romantic connections, locals only Nerdy nonbinary New Yorker, 34, in search of 30-plus asexual people for monogamous romance. No cis men. I once took second place in an Ellie look-alike contest. (It was rigged.) On top of women's sports, I appreciate retro Nickelodeon, antidepressants and neon nail polish. Roast me like a ham. Seattle Queer Connections Wanted Seattle, WA + they/them + 35 + platonic + monogamous romantic connections, anywhere + 35 yr old enby, east coast transplant looking to find friends or something more in Seattle. Equally at home at a sporting event, theater, or brewery. Let's take in the sights and sounds of the city during the day and curl up and chill together at night. I've got a second season ticket to PWHL Seattle games, want to join me? Nerd Seeks Pal Texas + she/her + 38 + platonic + monogamous romantic connections, locals only ... - If I (38, woman, Texas) finish reading my romance novel in the morning, watch the horror movie matinee, + enjoy the evening women's sports game, and catch the last plane to anywhere, when and where will I meet you?
December 4, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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Philly, South Florida, and Bay Area: shoot your shot at these dope-ass people! Long-distance connections are an option for some of them too: www.thefrankiedlc.news/p/shoot-your...
Queer Philly teacher looking for connections Philadelphia, PA + she/her + 37 + platonic + monogamous romantic connections, anywhere Looking for someone to connect with over basketball or more (Newfound interest in the WNBA - which has quickly become an obsession with the Wings, the Liberty, and the Lynx.) Empathetic, intuitive queer woman in my late 30s. Love writing, reading, building community, and learning about astrology. One Short Day in the + (Baby Blue and Purple) City Miami, FL + she/her + 27 + platonic connections anywhere quirky, silly, seriously, unserious WNBA fan living in South Florida, looking for more friends (both in person and online!) to watch, discuss and geek out over women's basketball with! (And maybe - thirst, but I try to keep it #classy, over here). With Unrivaled set to kick back off on January 5th, I'm always looking to connect+ with fellow gay W fans! Hopefully, if there's a chance, we could both meet up at Unrivaled where we can combine our joint slay and witness greatness in person! PS: I am a massive Lynx and Sun fan (the lore behind this would put JRR Tolkien to shame) • So, if that's up your alley, uhm, what's stopping us from becoming friends - immediately? also could you tell I'm a Wicked fan? Hah! Looking for a Sports Bestie to Match my Freak Oakland, CA + they/them + 29 + platonic connections, locals only Dedicated WNBA admirer and novice pickup soccer player in the Bay Area seeking a new sports bestie (mentor? coach?) to chat with about athlete organizing and, if also applicable to you, start a Black queer crew to play at the park with. At the very end of my twenties, use they/them pronouns, and the type of person who laughs so hard I cry. You can count on me for early morning voice memos about Pat Parker's Third World lesbian softball team and my unending love for Naomi Girma. Hoping I can count on you for some earnest and unhinged sports friendship. Let's bring our keffiyehs and high-filtration masks to Valkyries games!
December 4, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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hey @civilbeat.bsky.social: is there a reason this change was made to this article but no correction or explanation was issued? because as far as I can tell, the change is inaccurate: the company is not "complying with all laws," they are following an exec order. those are not the same things.
Murayama said the policy change was “in alignment with guidance and requirements established by the federal government,” but did not answer a follow-up question about whether that violates state law. Murayama said the policy change was “in alignment with guidance and requirements established by the federal government,” and added that the company continues to comply with all laws governing its federal plans.
December 4, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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lolsob I feel like Sisyphus
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December 2, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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when you’re being quoted approvingly by transphobe extraordinaire Jennifer Sey, you’re doing something very wrong
Tweet from Jennifer Sey saying “Sophie Cunningham keeps it real” quote tweeting a Legion Hoops tweet that says “Sophie Cunningham on MPJ saying he could’ve beat a WNBA team when he was in 8th grade: ‘I mean, it’s probably true.’”
November 24, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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Full disclosure: I’ve lost nearly 40 paid subscribers since leaving Substack and this newsletter is 2/3 of my income. If you want to support an independent trans journalist, this is a great way to do so. bit.ly/ooylsagseaso...
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November 23, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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If you’ve been waiting to upgrade to a paid subscription to Out of Your League, now’s your chance! It’s my annual birthday-season sale! Also makes a great gift for your queer, sports-loving pal. bit.ly/ooylsagseaso...
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November 23, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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If you want to know the kind of work I do at Out of Your League, here’s a bit about my guiding principles. www.thefrankiedlc.news/p/on-queerne...
This newsletter will always be about queerness through that larger worldview, and which understands that none of us is free until all of us is free. My journalism and my analysis are always about taking a critical lens to the systems of oppression that harm us all.
November 22, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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To be loved ❤️
A photo of a mug of tea with a post-it note that says “for mommy feel better”
November 15, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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So wait… Vanity Fair hired Nuzzi without knowing she was going to be writing this book?? That directly concerns her career and why she lost her previous job?? And she’s still employed there??
Soon enough, he received permission from his corporate higher-ups at Condé Nast to hire her as Vanity Fair's new West Coast editor. It wasn't until later that they learned she was about to land back in the news with the publication of "American Canto."
November 15, 2025 at 12:39 AM
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Thanks to donations from followers, I was able to stock the fridge & pantry at my local community fridge. I’ve volunteered there for a year & I’m trying to do more regular hauls, esp with the weekly food drives winding down for the winter. None of us can do everything but all of us can do something.
Fridge with milk eggs and butter Pantry with canned goods and infant formula
November 14, 2025 at 1:05 AM
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So you want to dress like DiJonai Carrington? I’ve got you! My latest installment of Out Fits breaks down what makes Nai’s style her own, & how you can get it for yourself. Paid subscribers get access to links & specific items in both straight & plus sizes!

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November 13, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Zohran Mamdani wins historic election. The NYT:
Mamdani’s Mayoral Victory Divides Jewish New Yorkers Mamdani’s Victory Is Less Significant Than You Think
November 6, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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This sent me
November 5, 2025 at 4:17 AM
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If you want to join the OOYL Discord server full of “kind & queer genius scholars,” according to @roughnotes.bsky.social, you can do so here: www.thefrankiedlc.news/upgrade
That doesn’t mean the players a seret up for success - far from it. Recently, I was chatting away on Frankie de la Cretaz’s subscriber discord channel (which I highly recommend) when one of the many brilliant people in the chat — literally everyone is a kind & queer genius scholar over there — brought something up that got my attention.
October 31, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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Calling Sue Bird “the labor perspective” is laughable. She’s a current owner in the league! Come on now!
Pablo Torre • • @PabloTorre ••• a) I had Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe dissect the WNBA CBA negotiations two weeks ago from the labor perspective b) This wasn't a WNBA episode. It was The Sporting Class (which we openly nickname "RichGuys OnlyFans") c) Union first VP Kelsey Plum said this on July 31, 2025: "A lot of times, the misinformation comes in where we're asking to be paid what the men are being paid. That's not true. We're asking just the same percentage of revenue or a similar percentage of revenue. And right now, that's not the case. And so that's what we're fighting for," explained Plum.
October 30, 2025 at 1:50 AM
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Announcing the January-April 2026 Out of Your League Book Club picks! The discussions are open to All-Access VIP tier paid subscribers; upgrade here to join the convos with the authors: www.thefrankiedlc.news/upgrade
January: A Sharp Endless Need by Mac Crane February: Up to Speed by Christine Yu March: Turning Pointe by Chloe Angyal Hot Girls with Balls by Benedict Nguyen
October 26, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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INBOX: The Minnesota Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling in Cooper v. USA Powerlifting, affirming that transgender athletes have the right to compete in sports without discrimination under the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
Minnesota Supreme Court Affirms Trans Inclusion in Sports in Landmark Decision ST PAUL, MN – Today, the Minnesota Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling in Cooper v. USA Powerlifting, affirming that transgender athletes have the right to compete in sports without discrimination under the Minnesota Human Rights Act (MHRA). The decision also clarified the harmful precedent set in Goins v. West Group only applies in the employment context, and the court did not consider whether to overturn Goins because Cooper’s case is not an employment case. “This ruling sends a clear and powerful message: transgender people have a right to enjoy public spaces in Minnesota like sporting events, restaurants, and movie theaters, free from targeted discrimination,” said Jess Braverman, Legal Director at Gender Justice. “This decision is a historic victory for fairness, equity, and the fundamental rights of all Minnesotans.” This ruling clarifies that all public accommodations in Minnesota, including sports organizations, must ensure their policies comply with Minnesota’s anti-discrimination laws. The implications of this decision extend well beyond sports to other facets of public life. This ruling reinforces the principle that every person deserves equal access to opportunities and spaces where they can thrive and belong. “While we celebrate this victory, we remain vigilant,” added Braverman. “Across the country, anti-trans legislation and legal battles continue to threaten the rights and freedom of trans people. We will continue to fight for a world where everyone can compete, belong, and thrive without fear of discrimination.” JayCee Cooper is represented by Gender Justice, Nichols Kaster PLLP, Schlesinger PLLC, and Premo Frank.
October 22, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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I have many questions and concerns about the new Women’s Professional Baseball League but I hope I’m wrong!
Not only that, you have the primary investor and league chair giving quotes to the media like this one: “On one hand, this is an emerging sport in that it doesn’t exist. On the other hand, it’s America’s national pasttime. There’s nothing emerging about it.” I’m sorry but WHAT? If women’s baseball doesn’t exist, where is the pipeline for this league coming from? If women’s baseball doesn’t exist, who has been playing on the U.S. Women’s National Baseball Team all these years, and who have they been facing in the international Women’s Baseball World Cup? If women’s baseball doesn’t exist, what sport have I been covering for the past 10+ years?
October 22, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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I had the honor of protesting next to Rabbi Waskow in 2019 to shut down ICE HQ in DC. As I risked arrest while Rabbi Waskow sang prayers I grew up learning in shul, it cemented for me that my activism & my Judaism were indistinguishable from one another. May his memory be a blessing.
Rabbi Arthur Waskow wearing a shirt that says “resisting tyrants since pharaoh”
October 20, 2025 at 8:57 PM
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NEW: I wrote about why Victoria's Secret needed Angel Reese much more than Angel needed VS, and why I can't uncritically celebrate walking in the Fashion Show under the guise of empowerment or choice feminism.

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"I know that many little girls grew up idolizing the Angels and I’m so glad that Reese realized a lifelong dream. But I feel conflicted about this endeavor. By walking the VS runway, Reese has lent her image and star power to help a regressive brand regain a degree of cultural relevance it hasn't had in over a decade. And sadly, that has become an all too common trend in our broader cultural shift rightward—it’s giving recession indicator."
October 19, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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I began connecting some dots in a post earlier this year abt the way white Gen X women were talking about Caitlin Clark. There's an expanded analysis to be written, I think, as it pertains to an "anti-woke" lens permeating these formerly liberally-minded women. www.thefrankiedlc.news/p/no-playing...
"Many of the people arguing for less physicality in the W—Brennan, Jenkins, tennis legend Chris Evert—have spent their careers covering or taking part in women's sports (or both). And yet, they’re buying into the oldest sexist trope in the book, a narrative that existed over a century ago as a way to keep women out of sports altogether: That women are too weak to handle physicality in sports.
October 12, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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these are from the stranger (1992), on our backs (1988), & lex (2019)
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October 9, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Took my 9yo to the Life of a Showgirl film & they asked to leave after track 4 lol. It’s not even music videos; it’s lyric videos for each song where she doesn’t even lip sync, she just vamps in different outfits. I wish I was kidding.
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October 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM