Deaf Sports Academy · Founded 2007

EMPOWERING ATHLETES.
BUILDING LEADERS.
BREAKING BARRIERS.

Nearly 20 years of creating accessible athletic opportunities, confidence, and community for Deaf and hard-of-hearing youth.

Our foundation is Deaf

MORE THAN SPORTS.

Deaf Sports Academy was founded in 2007 to give young athletes the chance to learn, compete, and thrive without communication barriers.

From our first soccer and gymnastics programs to basketball leagues, coaching, and school support, DSA has always been about opportunity.

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Early DSA youth soccer team
How we help

ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT
WITHOUT BARRIERS.

01

Consultation & Referrals

Helping families find programs, coaches, and pathways that fit their athletes.

02

Camps & Clinics

Accessible instruction, teamwork, and skill development across sports.

03

Individual Training

One-on-one and small-group coaching focused on growth and confidence.

04

Coach Education

Supporting effective communication and Deaf athlete development.

05

Community Partnerships

Connecting schools, recreation departments, and athletic organizations.

06

Stars Basketball Camp

Explore our separately operated basketball camp program.

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Beyond the game

OUR COMMUNITY IMPACT.

For nearly two decades, DSA has supported Deaf athletes not only through coaching and programs, but also through school uniform sponsorships and donations of sports supplies.

01 / SCHOOLS

UNIFORMS & OPPORTUNITY

DSA helped provide athletic uniforms for programs at Texas School for the Deaf, Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, California School for the Deaf, Riverside, Phoenix School for the Deaf, and Marlton School for the Deaf.

02 / BEYOND BORDERS

SPORTS SUPPLIES

Our community support has also included donations of sports balls and water bottles to communities outside the United States. We hope to document more of these stories as historical details become available.

Founder Jeremias Valencia coaching on the court
Meet our founder

JEREMIAS
VALENCIA

Founder & Executive Director · M.A., CAA

An educator, athletic administrator, and international Deaf basketball coach dedicated to creating opportunities for the next generation.

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LET'S CREATE
MORE OPPORTUNITIES.

Families, coaches, schools, recreation programs, and community supporters: let's work together to help Deaf and hard-of-hearing athletes thrive.