Jake Daniels

Jake Daniels is well-regarded as the UK’s first openly LGBT+ male footballer in over 30 years. With over 10 years of experience playing professional football for Blackpool, he is admired for overcoming adversity in a highly stereotyped industry. Having been praised for his bravery by the FA President Prince William, Jake is paving the way for the next generation of LGBT sporting professionals. When looking to hire a treasured LGBT sports speaker for your next event, do not hesitate in hiring Jake today.

A sporting icon, Jake recognised his natural sporting abilities at the age of seven. In 2021, Jake was selected to join Blackpool Football Club in their U18 team and was named Youth Player of the Season in his first year at the club. Showcasing his talents, he scored 30 goals in his first year and has continued to take the industry by storm ever since. Having developed a respected reputation throughout the industry, Jake signed his first professional contract in 2022 and secured a place in the senior team against Peterborough United during his debut appearance in the squad.

Determined to overcome adversity in all aspects of his life, Jake decided to speak about his sexuality publicly and openly to come out as a member of the LGBT+ community. Now the UK’s first openly LGBT+ male footballer since the announcement of Justin Fashanu in 1990, his illustrious career is admired by audiences worldwide. In recognition of his ability to overcome stereotypes, Jake was shortlisted at the 2022 National Diversity Awards in the Celebrity of the Year category. An inspiration to the LGBT community, Jake is ensuring that future generations feel comfortable expressing themselves in whichever industry they decide to enter in the future.

A leading authority in his field, Jake Daniels is now in high demand to attend speaking events around the world. Admired for his brave decisions, Jake was praised by world-renowned figures, such as Prince William, Boris Johnson, and Harry Kane. A gifted footballer, Jake’s driven mindset and powerful performance is greatly respected throughout the community. When looking to hire a treasured sports speaker for your next event, look no further than Jake today.