Jason Collins meets with the Shepards
Last night was very special! Dennis, Judy, and Logan Shepard met with Jason Collins, the first openly gay active NBA player. Jason wears the no. 98 jersey in honor of Matt, who was murdered in 1998. The Shepards drove up from Wyoming to attend the game.
Jason, who recently signed a 10-day contract with the Brooklyn Nets, played the final eight minutes of the Nets' 112-89 win over the Denver Nuggets. Before meeting the Shepards, Jason said, “I was in college at the time when [Matthew] was killed. Of course it’s a tragedy what happened and I just hope it inspires others to come forward. It’s definitely going to be special meeting them after the game (Thursday) and I’m looking forward to it."
After the game, he met with the Shepard family and gave them an autographed black and white 98 jersey. Judy Shepard said receiving the jersey was "cool. It was very sweet, very genuine and very thoughtful."
Watch this video about their meeting here:
We're so touched by Jason's tribute and this very special meeting, and in awe of Jason's courage and strength!
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