you might want to ask to the folks most likely to know:

http://www.deafpilots.com/

in particular, have a look at the questions (FAQ) section;

http://www.deafpilots.com/faq.html

--Sylvain

wrote:
I am not deaf, but was wondering if the deaf can fly under the new
sports pilot rule. I know the sports pilot rule says that if you have a
"medical" condition that you know can affect your ability to fly, then
you are barred from flight. Now, does being deaf count as "medical" or
is that only restricted to medication?