October 23, 2018
US Deaf Women's National Soccer Team
Published by Ashley Derrington at October 23, 2018

What it’s like being a player on the US Deaf Women’s National Soccer Team

  I was mainstreamed growing up, so the only other people I saw or knew with hearing aids were ‘old’ people. Until recently, I never really thought there was anyone […]
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October 12, 2018
Deaflympics
Published by markbarnard at October 12, 2018

Why athletes are calling for better leaders in the Deaflympics

Those who are familiar with Deaf sports will already know about the current scandals surrounding the Deaflympics, almost resulting in a shutdown of the games.  For those who aren’t, here’s […]
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August 30, 2018
Published by Ashley Derrington at August 30, 2018

Do you know about this deaf professional tennis player?

Many of us are tuning in over the next several days to watch the tennis US Open in Flushing Meadows, New York. Will Serena make it to the finals just […]
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August 13, 2018
Published by Ashley Derrington at August 13, 2018

How I communicate in sports with hearing loss

Sports are a huge part of our culture nowadays, whether you watch or play. Communication is a big part of sports, which differs for deaf and hard of hearing athletes, […]
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August 1, 2018
Published by Editorial Staff at August 1, 2018

Did you know NFL player Ryan Kerrigan has single-sided deafness?

Ryan Kerrigan doesn’t always hear his teammates out on the football field, especially when they talk into his left ear. The 29-year-old Washington Redskin’s NFL player decided to open up […]
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July 13, 2018
world cup 2018
Published by Ashley Derrington at July 13, 2018

A deafie takes on the World Cup 2018

  I recently had an opportunity to attend the World Cup and as a deafie I am happy to report that  FIFA and Russia did an incredible job to make […]
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June 12, 2018
deaf soccer
Published by Ashley Derrington at June 12, 2018

A Deafie’s Guide to Soccer’s Biggest Event: World Cup 2018

Fans are getting ready to celebrate their love of soccer with the biggest soccer event that exists; World Cup 2018! Like the Olympics, this event only comes around every four […]
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January 23, 2018
get deaf kids involved in sports
Published by Ellie Parfitt at January 23, 2018

7 ways to get deaf kids involved in sports

Can deaf children play sports? Of course! Here are some communication tips and techniques to get everyone on a level playing field.
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November 14, 2017
deaf nfl
Published by Editorial Staff at November 14, 2017

This NFL executive is talking about hearing loss to break down stigmas

One deaf NFL executive is speaking out about his hearing loss, in hopes of inspiring others and reduce the stigmas around hearing aids. 
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October 26, 2017
Published by markbarnard at October 26, 2017

How we started a Deaf rugby team in South Africa

Rugby has always been a passion of mine. A passion that I never let my hearing loss stand in the way of. I grew up watching my heroes – the […]
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August 3, 2017
deaflympic golfers
Published by Jill von Büren at August 3, 2017

Gold-medal golfers sport matching hearing aids, passions

Deaflympic golfers Kaylin Yost and Allen John win gold medals in the first golf competition, both sporting Phonak hearing aids.
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July 28, 2017
deaf and hard of hearing swimmers
Published by Kirsten Brackett at July 28, 2017

Facebook video sparks bright change for deaf college swimmers

A new light system allows deaf and hard of hearing swimmers to be notified by lights on the block when the race starts.
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July 27, 2017
kaylin yost phonak hearo deaflympics 2017
Published by Kirsten Brackett at July 27, 2017

Phonak hEARo Kaylin Yost wins gold at 2017 Deaflympics

Golfer Kaylin Yost won the gold medal at the 2017 Deaflympics.
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July 18, 2017
kaylin yost phonak hearo deaflympics 2017
Published by Kirsten Brackett at July 18, 2017

Golfer Kaylin Yost to compete in 2017 Deaflympics

  Phonak hEARo and professional golfer, Kaylin Yost, is one of two American golfers to represent Team USA at the 2017 Deaflympics Summer Games. Kaylin is almost entirely deaf and […]
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July 11, 2017
deaf baseball players
Published by Kirsten Brackett at July 11, 2017

4 deaf baseball players you probably didn’t know about

There have been many deaf baseball players starting from 1883 up until now. These four deaf baseball players defeated the odds against them and were successful in their baseball careers.
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June 20, 2017
Published by Jill von Büren at June 20, 2017

Simon Ollert to host second soccer camp for children with hearing loss

Young soccer fans with hearing loss will have another opportunity to train with a leading deaf soccer player, Simon Ollert.
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June 14, 2017
Deaf NFL player derrick coleman
Published by Jill von Büren at June 14, 2017

Deaf NFL player Derrick Coleman comes back as a Falcon

Derrick Coleman, the NFL’s first legally deaf offensive player, is coming back to the field as a fullback for the Atlanta Falcons. Coleman first gained recognition during his time with […]
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May 19, 2017
deaf dancer jaiojaio china phonak hearing aids
Published by Jill von Büren at May 19, 2017

Deaf dancer defies the odds

Tianjiao Zhang has always wanted to be a dancer, but being a dancer with hearing loss wasn’t always the easiest dream to achieve.
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March 28, 2017
deaf basketball players
Published by Kirsten Brackett at March 28, 2017

This is how deaf basketball players communicate on the court

“March is the most exciting time of the year,” says my sports fanatic brother. It is true though, March is one of the most thrilling times in the United States […]
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February 2, 2017
deaf football players
Published by Jill von Büren at February 2, 2017

A Deafie’s Guide to Sunday’s Big NFL Football Game

We’re looking forward to a safe, inclusive and entertaining football game. Take on the NFL championship game from a deafie’s perspective.
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