"When we watch our Devils step out on the ice with rainbow tape or a rainbow jersey it lets our fans and youth know that this is a safe space, you can come into this community and be loved," added Anya, former NWHL player and GM of the Metropolitan Riveters.
Anya and Madison are both Ambassadors for You Can Play, one of the beneficiaries of Devils' Pride Night. You Can Play is an organization that focuses on education and involving the LGBTQ+ community in sport.
"It doesn't matter who you are, what you are, where you come from, it's just about playing together and that's a message that's important to instill at an early age," added Madison. "Regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, it doesn't matter if you can play the sport - if you can play, you can play."
Both women agree that Pride Night is beneficial for everyone in the stands, and on the ice - whether you identify in the LGBTQ+ community or not.