OneCourt Revolutionizes Accessibility with Tactile Broadcast for Sports Enthusiasts

OneCourt Launches Revolutionary Tactile Broadcast for Sports Fans

In a landmark development for sports accessibility, OneCourt has officially launched its groundbreaking tactile broadcast system designed specifically for blind and low vision fans. This innovative service is set to transform the way fans with visual impairments experience live sports events from the comfort of their homes or local sports bars.

Tactile Broadcast: A Game-Changer

With OneCourt's patent-pending haptic tablet and All-Access subscription, sports fans can now feel the actions of their favorite games through dynamic vibrations. This technology utilizes live data from professional leagues including the NFL, NBA, and MLB, allowing users to feel the impact of every pitch, dunk, and touchdown in real time. For those who have often struggled to keep up with the play-by-play, the tactile broadcast eliminates the frustrations associated with delays in audio descriptions from friends or partners, making the sports experience more inclusive than ever before.

Proven Success in Major Venues

The efficacy of OneCourt’s tactile technology has been demonstrated in major sporting venues, where it has already partnered with Ticketmaster and various professional sports leagues. Events such as Super Bowl LX, the NBA All-Star Game, and the MLB All-Star Game have all featured OneCourt's innovative services. Currently, over ten professional sports teams provide access to OneCourt technology at their home games, solidifying its place in the sporting world.

Jerred Mace, the CEO of OneCourt, expressed enthusiasm regarding the new at-home experience: “Since launching in venues, fans have been asking when they can get OneCourt at home! It's no surprise to us that they're snapping up our first production batch.”

The At-Home Experience

The OneCourt at-home package includes a tactile tablet, a smartphone application, and an All-Access subscription that grants users access to every game in football, basketball, and baseball. The subscription model ensures that fans can enjoy their favorite teams without any blackout restrictions or limited game options, providing a comprehensive platform for sports entertainment.

Addressing Accessibility for a Growing Demographic

As the U.S. population of blind and low vision individuals is projected to double in the next 25 years—potentially reaching around 16 million—it is more crucial than ever to create accessible entertainment options. OneCourt's CEO highlights the company's commitment to inclusivity, stating, “We believe Sports are for Everyone. Having OneCourt available at home brings the game to so many more fans.”

About OneCourt

Founded in 2021 at the University of Washington, OneCourt has quickly established itself as a pioneer in accessible entertainment. The company’s mission emphasizes that sports should be available to all individuals, regardless of their visual abilities. With plans to expand its offerings across multiple professional sports, OneCourt aims to achieve global accessibility in entertainment by the year 2030.

Recognized in prestigious circles, OneCourt has made appearances in Forbes 30 Under 30, the SXSW Pitch, and the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, and is listed as one of Sports Business Journal's Top 10 Sports Tech Companies. For more information about OneCourt and its innovative approach to sports accessibility, visit onecourt.io.