Innovative technology is transforming the baseball experience for visually impaired fans at Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks. After successful implementation with the Phoenix Suns, this new tech brings baseball action closer to those who cannot see the game.
In a partnership with OneCourt, the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation has introduced haptic technology using tablets. These devices deliver vibrations that simulate the movements of the game, such as pitches, hits, and runs, providing a tactile connection to the on-field action.
The Mechanics of Haptic Feedback
According to Antyush Bollini, co-founder of OneCourt, the system combines “trackable vibrations or haptics” with audio cues, allowing fans to simultaneously listen and feel the game’s dynamics. This multi-sensory approach offers a unique and inclusive way to experience baseball.
Taylor Merwin, a community relations and partner programs coordinator for the Diamondbacks, emphasized the team’s commitment to inclusivity, stating, “I think it’s just the idea that every fan deserves to feel fully connected to this team. And, you know, some of us are blessed with the ability to see the team on the field with their eyes, but we don’t want to exclude that experience from those who can’t.”
The technology is available to fans by reservation through OneCourt’s website or on a first-come, first-served basis at the stadium.
