Masculinity, Silence and Survival in Competitive Hockey.
In this public talk hosted by UCCGS, Matt Kenny shared his experience of growing up and competing in elite hockey, while closeted, and what it meant to navigate a culture shaped by deeply ingrained ideas of masculinity. Through personal storytelling, he reflected on the locker room dynamics, language and unspoken expectations that define the sport, and how those norms become so normalised that they are rarely questioned, even when they carry real consequences.
The 'In Conversation' with Dr Sarah Steele, University of Cambridge was held in Seminar Room S1, Second Floor, Alison Richard Building on Tuesday 28 April. Our thanks to all contributors for a fascinating discussion.