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## ‘Heated Rivalry‘ sparks conversation about LGBTQ+ portrayal in hockey
A new Canadian streaming series, *Heated Rivalry*, is generating buzz for its portrayal of a romantic relationship between two closeted professional hockey players. The show, available on Crave, is prompting discussions about inclusivity and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in the traditionally masculine world of hockey.
Reaney says shows like *Heated Rivalry* challenge traditional norms.
“I think the series itself really showcases how forceful the culture can be in hockey, particularly just around how isolated queer folks are and how especially men with things like that just don’t really have the chance to be themselves,” they said.
## Show ‘breaks a lot of stereotypes’
Ann Pegoraro, the Lang Chair in sport management at the University of Guelph, notes that many viewers are now considering whether the show’s popularity could influence real-life hockey culture.The show “breaks a lot of stereotypes we’ve seen around hockey,” and Pegoraro hopes it will make a difference. She points to the prevalence of homophobic language within the sport.
“Hockey Canada has reported that 60 per cent or more of their on-ice penalties involve slurs related to sexual orientation.And so we need to shift language.We need
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