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Tue Feb 08, 2011, 12:57am

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Originally Posted by Loudwhistle2

Agree, but he may also miss some foul language on calls or taunting situations. I feel deaf in about half the games I do regardless.

You might be surprised about that. I work with a deaf person (100% deaf) and her ability to read lips is absolutely amazing. She is an active and accurate participant in conversations on just about any topic....as long as you're facing her. It impresses me every day.

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