Outsports has a powerful piece titled, "The Desperate Consequence of Casual Words."

In it, writer Cyd Zeigler, Jr. shares gay athlete, James Nutter's story from being a closeted athlete in high school and college, to his suicide attempt, through ultimately coming out and choosing to help others facing the same issues.

The piece touches on macho sports culture and the power of gay slurs. 

Definitely worth a read! Link after the jump!