Supporting Jamie Clarke on His Journey to the Deaflympics
Recently, we shared the exciting news that we’re working with Jamie Clarke, a talented deaf footballer who will represent Great Britain at the Deaflympics in Tokyo this November. Now, we’d like to explain more about why we chose to support Jamie, what this collaboration involves, and what you can expect in the coming months.
Why Jamie?
At Lipspeaker UK, our work is all about providing solutions to language and communication barriers and advocating for deaf access. Jamie stood out to us because of his determination, talent, and the way he proudly represents his identity as a deaf person. As a footballer who communicates using BSL (British Sign Language), he embodies the importance of accessibility and the power of deaf role models.
Supporting Jamie allows us to highlight the achievements of the deaf football community and shine a light on the upcoming Deaflympics, while also sharing stories that matter to the wider deaf and hearing communities.
What this partnership involves
Over the coming weeks, we’ll be working with Jamie to:
- Share his experiences through video challenges and real conversations.
- Raise awareness of deaf football and the role of BSL and communication support in sport.
- Give our audiences the chance to connect with Jamie both on and off the pitch.
You’ll see Jamie featuring in fun, engaging content as well as thoughtful discussions, giving a personal insight into his Deaflympics journey.
About the Deaflympics
The Deaflympics is an international multi-sport event, recognised by the International Olympic Committee, and dedicated to deaf athletes. It has been running since 1924 and continues to showcase incredible sporting talent from across the world. This year, the Deaflympics takes place in Tokyo, 15–26 November 2025, where Jamie will proudly represent Team GB Deaf Football.
How you can support Jamie
Like many athletes, Jamie has to fundraise to get to Japan because the UK Government doesn’t provide any funding for Deaflypians. If you’d like to support him, please consider donating to his fundraising page: Donate to Jamie’s Deaflympics Journey. Every contribution helps him get closer to his dream of competing at the Deaflympics.
Want to see more of Jamie’s journey? Check out his Instagram for behind-the-scenes updates, training highlights, and personal insights as he prepares for the Deaflympics.