Justin Lindsay breaks stereotypes about what it means to be a cheerleader in American football. What once would have made an NFL cheerleader resentful is now attracting the attention of the American Athlete’s Union, which has accepted her as a member of the Carolina Panthers team.
Lindsay recently announced on Instagram that she is joining the Topcats, the Carolina Panthers’ cheerleading team. She also revealed she was transgender and showed her pride by being the first to be openly so in a sports league that requires its cheer squads to be skinny or exuberant women.
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Justine Lindsay shared the news via Instagram. photo shoot
“This is a moment I will never forget and I can’t wait to show you all this girl has to offer,” the cheerleader said in her post. Until now, only her family knew that she was trans, because it was a secret even for her best friend and her colleagues. The statement — while there is no record in the NFL — makes her the first openly transgender woman in that sports community. The news has also allowed him to send an enthusiastic message to the global trans community.
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Statement from the Carolina Panthers
In a statement, the Panthers said their cheerleaders were hired “based on their qualifications and ability.” “Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation or national origin. We wish all Topcats, including Justine Lindsay, a great season,” the statement continued.