On August 15th 2024 Vision Sports Ireland co-founder and former Paralympian, Joe Geraghty, launched his book Out Of Sight. The book explores, for the first time ever, the rich history of sport and leisure as experienced by Ireland’s blind and vision impaired athletes, their families, friends, and coaches recounted in interviews.
Six-time Paralympic Gold medallist and world record holder Jason Smyth was special guest at the official launch and said “Any challenge there is a way to get over it, under it or through it. Dare I say it, Joe Geraghty had the vision to overcome challenges, push boundaries and has committed his life to promoting sport for people with sight loss across Ireland. Thank you to Joe for writing this book to highlight the stories of people who are blind and vision impaired, showcasing their talents and successes and ensuring that the memories are shared across the country.”
The book is available for purchase through the Vision Sports Ireland website and bookstores nationwide, can be accessed on Bookshare or Braille copies can be ordered through the Out of Sight website.
Joe Geraghty and former Paralympic athlete Jason Smyth at the launch of “Out of Sight”