The most you can do is stand up for what you believe in. I'm much happier since coming out to my friends and family. Being genuine and honest makes me happy. — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
Now I'm a free agent, literally and figuratively. I've reached that enviable state in life in which I can do pretty much what I want. And what I want is to continue to play basketball. I still love the game,… — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
I didn't set out to be the first openly gay athlete playing in a major American team sport. — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
The most you can do is stand up for what you believe in. I'm much happier since coming out to my friends and family.… — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
It's my job to go out there and do my job and be ready when my name and number is called, regardless of what… — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
Anytime you lose a lot of weight you're going to feel lighter on your feet. — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
I have had a moment where, well actually a couple moments, where people in the realm of sports have confided in me. — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
The best part of when you reveal your authentic self publicly is that it will allow those people around you, whether it's your teammates… — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
As all professional athletes know, Father Time is undefeated, and when I wake up in the morning, my back especially lets me know that… — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
I am in love with the creator of heaven and earth. I see the morning sun and thank the Lord for everything that he… — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
For many young people growing up in minority communities, there is a sense that their lives are disposable. As athletes, we have a platform… — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
I've met many people who have come up to me and told me how my story has impacted them. — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
So, I got asked in January of 2014 to attend the State of the Union and sit as a guest in the first lady's… — Jason Collins Copy Share Image
