Ross Forman

One of the top players here in the men's soccer tournament at the second World Outgames was a former professional for the Pumas UNAM of Mexico City. But that was years ago, and "he" is now Miranda Salman.

Advocate.com's coverage of Outgames continues with volleyballer Dave Steeves, who laments being sidelined by a finger injury -- a big deal if you're also a sign-language interpreter.

With 2,500 fewer participants than organizers had originally hoped for, the second annual Outgames forges ahead in Copenhagen despite the world economic crisis -- one sporting event at a time.