Dawn Staley helps Ayla McDowell address hearing loss challenges
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 2:27 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Ayla McDowell has been adapting to sensorineural hearing loss through lip-reading and physical cues. Coach Dawn Staley played a crucial role in encouraging McDowell to seek further assistance for her condition. Their relationship emphasizes the impact of support in overcoming personal challenges in athletics.
- •Ayla McDowell relies on lip-reading to manage her hearing loss.
- •Dawn Staley's encouragement pushed McDowell to take action for her health.
- •The story reflects the significance of support systems in athletics.
- •McDowell's journey showcases challenges faced by athletes with disabilities.
- 3:18 PMESPN — 'She never stopped encouraging me': How Dawn Staley refused to let hearing loss hinder Ayla McDowell
"Ayla McDowell relied on lip-reading and physical cues to combat her sensorineural hearing loss, but coach Dawn Staley convinced her to finally take action.
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