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Red Sox release their 'It Gets Better' video

Print | Comments () Posted by Peter Abraham, Globe Staff July 1, 2011 09:28 AM

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The Red Sox today released a public service announcement in support of the It Gets Better Project, which helps prevent bullying of LGBT youth and teen suicide by providing support through encouraging video messages.

The 60-second video, produced by Red Sox Productions, features Kevin Youkilis, Jason Varitek and Terry Francona.

Also included are Eric Maitland, a Red Sox greeter and Wheelock College counselor; TJ Connelly, Fenway Park’s DJ and member of the Red Sox Fan Services & Entertainment department; Kristen Rosa, Smith College student and Red Sox fan; and Alison Tippett, a student at Lexington High School and daughter of Red Sox Director of Baseball Information Services Tom Tippett.

“Bullying is something that has touched many of our lives either personally or through someone we love,” said Red Sox senior vice president of public affairs/marketing Susan Goodenow. “We are proud of dedicated Red Sox fans like 12-year-old Sam Maden who took the courageous step recently to publicly stand up against bullying of LGBT youth, and we are honored to join Sam and others throughout Red Sox Nation in support of the It Gets Better Project.”