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 | 53 years |
| Birthplace | Wolverhampton, England |
Latest News about Darren Harris
25/04/2026
Darren Harris prepared to run the London Marathon to raise awareness and funds for the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust, the charity he supports as a patron. The coverage noted his personal connection to the cause, as he lost his sight after being diagnosed with bilateral retinoblastoma at 15 months old.
26/11/2025
Darren Harris was set to be honored in the Hall of Fame at the National Football Museum in Manchester. Coverage identified him as England's most-capped and most decorated blind footballer, citing his 157 appearances, 34 goals, and 10 World and European medals as the basis for the recognition.
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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 |
Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenharrisgb/ |
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 | |
| 4. Diagnosed with bilateral retinoblastoma at 15 months old | |
| 5. Played for West Bromwich Albion (West Brom) |