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Sports & RecreationSection 508

Section 508 Compliance for Sports & Recreation Websites

Meet Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements with comprehensive accessibility testing designed for sports & recreation organizations.

Why Section 508 Matters for Sports & Recreation

Sports & Recreation organizations must meet Section 508 to serve users with disabilities

Accessibility compliance reduces legal risk and improves user experience

Section 508 is the recognized standard for sports & recreation accessibility

Meeting Section 508 demonstrates commitment to inclusive digital services

Compliance opens access to users with disabilities who need sports & recreation services

Section 508 Requirements for Sports & Recreation

Web content must conform to WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA

Critical for sports & recreation websites and applications

Software applications must be accessible

Critical for sports & recreation websites and applications

Hardware must be accessible

Critical for sports & recreation websites and applications

Electronic documents must be accessible

Critical for sports & recreation websites and applications

Telecommunications products must be accessible

Critical for sports & recreation websites and applications

Common Section 508 Issues in Sports & Recreation Websites

Issue

Ticket purchasing systems inaccessible

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Stats and scores not screen reader friendly

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Video highlights without captions

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Venue maps lacking alternatives

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

How A11yScan Helps Sports & Recreation Meet Section 508

Section 508 Testing

Automated testing against all Section 508 success criteria relevant to sports & recreation.

Sports & Recreation Focus

Industry-specific testing profiles targeting common sports & recreation accessibility issues.

Compliance Reports

Generate Section 508 compliance documentation and remediation roadmaps.

Continuous Monitoring

24/7 monitoring to maintain Section 508 compliance as your sports & recreation site evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions: Sports & Recreation Section 508 Compliance

Is Section 508 required for sports & recreation websites?

Section 508 is the standard for web accessibility compliance. Sports & Recreation organizations must meet accessibility requirements under applicable laws, with Section 508 being the recognized technical standard.

What are the most common Section 508 issues in sports & recreation?

Common issues include ticket purchasing systems inaccessible, stats and scores not screen reader friendly, video highlights without captions. These violations are frequently cited in accessibility audits and complaints against sports & recreation organizations.

How do I test sports & recreation sites for Section 508?

Use a combination of automated testing tools like A11yScan and manual testing with assistive technology. Focus on sports & recreation-specific workflows like ticket purchasing systems inaccessible.

Ready to Achieve Section 508 Compliance for Your Sports & Recreation Website?

Start with a free accessibility scan and see exactly where your sports & recreation site stands with Section 508 requirements.