Accessibility, Technology and Security
Escoita has been working proactively to be a focal point in Europe in terms of bringing technology for digital inclusion to events and sports, being a solution provider in
Various performances during 2024, play “The Mysterious Cabaret Of Sr. Peregrino” by the Poten100mos Association.
Deportivo de La Coruña will be present throughout the 2024-2025 season for LaLiga Hypermotion matches.
We were present last season and this season at all home games, women's and men's.
Racing joins Escoita for the entire 2024-2025 season in LALIGA Hypermotion matches.
Associação Poten100mos
The Poten100mos Association held various performances throughout 2024 featuring "The Mysterious Cabaret of Mr. Peregrino" through Escoita. This initiative marked an innovative approach to making theater accessible to visually impaired audiences, breaking new ground in inclusive cultural experiences.
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The goal was to ensure that the theatrical experience was fully accessible while maintaining the artistry and atmosphere of the live performance. .
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Through a groundbreaking collaboration, Poten100mos Association partnered with Escoita to bring "The Mysterious Cabaret of Mr. Peregrino" an experience the play in a vivid and engaging way.
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This pioneering initiative has paved the way for greater accessibility in the performing arts and a more inclusive theatrical experience for all audiences.
Racing de Ferrol
Racing de Ferrol, in partnership with Escoita, has taken an important step towards promoting accessibility at its stadium, A Malata, during the LALIGA Hypermotion 2024-2025 season.
The debut of the audio description service for people with visual impairments took place at the game against Real Oviedo, marking the start of an innovative initiative. This service is designed to offer a more inclusive and engaging experience for fans. With Escoita as its official supplier, Racing reinforces its commitment to inclusion, standing out as a pioneering club in the adoption of accessible solutions in sport.
Official supplier for the whole season: 2024-2025.
Deportivo de La Coruña
Escoita broadcast on February 9, 2022 the UEFA Youth League match between Deportivo de La Coruña and Dynamo Kiev, held in A Coruña at the Riazor Stadium.
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Complex challenges in your market to be accessible and innovative in front of big leagues and clubs.
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We implemented a strategic solution centered on performance and collaboration, with audiodescriptions and rich performance broadcasts
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As in soccer, results come with discipline and a well-applied strategy. Our client achieved a 25% increase in fan engagement in 6 months.
Official supplier for the entire season: 2024-2025
Real Federación Española de Fútbol
The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) broadcast the Spain - Iceland match on March 29, 2022, through Escoita. It was the first time that a match of the Spanish national team has been broadcast in an immersive way for visually impaired people, in a pilot initiative that is intended to be extended to other international matches.
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The goal was to ensure that the broadcast was accessible and inclusive, while maintaining the quality and immersiveness of the experience for all audiences.
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In an unprecedented initiative, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), in partnership with Escoita, broadcast the match between Spain and Iceland in an immersive way for the visually impaired
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Just as Spain innovates on the pitch, this groundbreaking initiative has brought significant results, ensuring that the broadcast is well received and creating a new era of accessibility in sports.
Official supplier for the entire season: 2024-2025
Clube de Regatas do Flamengo
The Escoita application was also used in the Brazilian championship, in the match between Clube de Regatas do Flamengo and Ceará, which took place on September 4, 2022 at the Maracaná stadium, one of the country's most emblematic stadiums. The event was attended by some 50,000 fans.
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Provide an immersive and inclusive experience in one of Brazil's largest and most iconic stadiums, the Maracanã, during a Campeonato Brasileiro match, for an audience of 50,000 fans, including those with visual impairments.
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The audio description included details about the plays, the stadium environment and even the vibrant atmosphere, providing a rich and inclusive experience.
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With Escoita, the game at Maracanã was not only a victory on the pitch, but also a victory for inclusion, allowing thousands of fans to experience the game in a more accessible way.
Leyma Basquet Coruña
On October 27, 2021, the match between Leyma Basquet Coruña and TAU Castelló of the LEB Oro was held at the sports palace of Riazor (A Coruña).With the presence of Escoita as audio description service for the event.
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Innovate in sports other than soccer and bring in more fans.
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It was the first time that this type of service was offered during a basketball match at LEB Oro, promoting an inclusive experience for everyone present.
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The audio description service was well received and praised, opening the door for the use of this technology in future basketball events and other sports.
Coruña en Loita
On April 9, 2022, the Coruña en Loita boxing event was held at the Riazor fronton (A Coruña).The session was broadcasted by Escoita, narrating for the first time in Spain this sport for blind or visually impaired people.
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Boxing is a visually intense and dynamic sport, which makes the experience for visually impaired people very challenging.
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On April 9, 2022, Escoita made history by broadcasting a boxing event with audio description for the first time in Spain, narrating every blow, movement and decisive moment of the Coruña en Loita event.
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The success of the audio description at the event paved the way for more inclusive broadcasts in the world of combat sports, reinforcing the importance of accessibility at live events.
Official supplier for the entire season: 2024-2025
Golden cup Copa Europa de Hockey Patines
The city of A Coruña hosted the Golden Cup from April 11 to 17, 2022 and Escoita was used to provide audio description of all Deportivo Liceo matches.
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The Golden Cup, one of the biggest sporting events in the city of A Coruña, has attracted a large number of fans, including visually impaired people, who previously had no access to an immersive sporting experience.
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The audio description technology detailed every move, the environment and the atmosphere of the games, allowing visually impaired fans to follow all the matches in a totally inclusive and immersive way.
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With Escoita, the Golden Cup has become a milestone of inclusion, providing visually impaired fans with an innovative and accessible sporting experience.
