Akil Patterson
Akil Patterson | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 1, 1983 |
| Education | University of Maryland, College Park California University of Pennsylvania Washington University in St. Louis |
| Occupation(s) | Youth Programs Coordinator, Athlete Ally & Community Organizer, Sugar Free Kids |
Akil Sadiki Patterson (born January 1, 1983) is an American former college football player and former wrestler, and advocate for LGBT athletes.
Early life
[edit]Patterson attended Frederick High School, Maryland. He attended the University of Maryland, but left in 2003. He attended the California University of Pennsylvania. In 2006, he graduated with a B.S. in Sports Management.[1][2][3]
Post-graduation
[edit]Patterson came from a wrestling family. He began training as a Greco-Roman wrestler and joined the Terrapins wrestling team at the University of Maryland as a volunteer coach.[4] He led the Terrapin Wrestling Club, which trains young athletes.[5]
In 2020, Mr. Patterson ran in the 13th district for the Baltimore City Council, but was unsuccessful.[6]
Patterson is the community affairs coordinator at Athlete Ally.[5][7][8][9]
In 2022, Patterson became a Social Equity and Economic Development manager.[10]
Professional recognition
[edit]Patterson has been featured in The Advocate's 40 under 40 issue.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ "Making sports gay-friendly for athletes". The Washington Post. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ "My double life as a gay athlete – Akil Patterson – LGBT Sports Issue". Washington Blade: Gay News, Politics, LGBT Rights. August 28, 2013. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ Baltimore Sun (July 9, 2011). "Gay athlete: After coming out, former Maryland player feels he has a second chance – Baltimore Sun". baltimoresun.com. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ "Maryland Wrestler Seeks Spot On 2012 Olympic Team - CBS Baltimore". www.cbsnews.com. July 29, 2011. Retrieved June 20, 2023.
- ^ a b "Voice To Voice: Akil Patterson And D'Qwell Jackson Discuss Being An LGBT Ally". The Huffington Post. August 19, 2013. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ "2020 Election Results". elections.maryland.gov. Retrieved June 20, 2023.
- ^ "Voice To Voice: Kevin Anderson And Akil Patterson". The Huffington Post. January 11, 2014. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ "Akil Patterson". You Can Play. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ a b "Forty Under 40: Part Two". The Advocate. April 13, 2011. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ "The First SEED Initiatives Coordinator". Portland.gov. March 8, 2022. Retrieved May 31, 2024.