Quick Info
| Profession | Paralympian, Footballer, Judoka, Author, Motivational Speaker, Mental Skills Coach |
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| Nationality | British (England) |
| Date of Birth | 20/06/1973 |
| Age | 52 years |
Latest News about Darren Harris
05/12/2025
Darren Harris was inducted into the Hall of Fame at the National Football Museum during the 2025 Para Sport Awards. The museum described him as England’s most capped and decorated blind footballer, recognizing his long career and major contribution to the sport.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Dual Paralympian in football and judo. England's highest capped and most decorated blind footballer with 157 appearances and ten World and European medals. Number one bestselling author, motivational speaker, and mental skills coach. |
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| Disability | Blind |
Physical Stats & More
| Sport | Blind Football, Judo |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Secondary | New College Worcester |
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| Higher Education | Bachelor of Mathematics |
| Honorary Doctorate | The Open University (2014) |
Career
| Football |
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| Judo |
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| Other Roles |
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| Awards | Star by the Albion Foundation for Outstanding Contribution to WBA Teams |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sport helped him deal with his disability during his education | |
| 2. Holds the record as England's highest capped blind footballer | |
| 3. Lost his sight as a baby due to bilateral retinoblastoma, a rare form of eye cancer |