York Revolution forfeits game due to player protest over Pride jerseys
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 11:53 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The York Revolution forfeited an Atlantic League game scheduled for June 18 against Southern Maryland after several players refused to wear special Pride Night jerseys. Despite the cancellation of the game, the team plans to host Pride Night as a free admission event at WellSpan Park, focusing on community support. The Revolution emphasized their commitment to inclusivity, stating that the players' refusal was contrary to their vision as 'the Most Welcoming Place in York.' In response to the situation, the team announced a $10,000 donation to the Rainbow Rose Center to support LGBTQIA+ initiatives in the York community.
- •Players refused to wear Pride Night jerseys, leading to the forfeit.
- •The game was against Southern Maryland on June 18.
- •Pride Night will still take place as a free event at WellSpan Park.
- •The team issued a $10,000 donation to support the Rainbow Rose Center.
- •Previous ticket holders can exchange tickets for future games.
- 11:53 AMYahoo Sports — Refusal by players to wear Pride Night jerseys leads to Revs' forfeit
"A refusal by several players to wear a special Pride Night jersey led to the York Revolution's decision to forfeit an Atlantic League baseball game.
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