Lily James, a Pasco County teenager with limited vision, has been selected to represent the United States at the upcoming Goalball World Championships in Kazakhstan. Born without vision in her right eye and with very limited sight in her left, James excels in multiple sports including goalball, swimming, and weightlifting. Goalball is designed for visually impaired athletes who wear blindfolds and use sound from bells embedded in the ball to navigate the game. James has earned a spot among just six athletes chosen from across the country for this prestigious event. Her family is currently fundraising to help cover travel expenses for her journey to Kazakhstan. Despite medical warnings about competitive team sports, her parents encouraged her to pursue her athletic passions.
Key Points:
- Lily James has limited vision in her right eye and very limited sight in her left eye
