I’m delighted to have been chosen as the female Club Captain.
I spent every Sunday for three months helping to coach Poussins as part of my Duke of Edinburgh Bronze award, and I loved it so much. I enjoyed assisting these younger swimmers in finding their love for swimming and I would like to keep inspiring them.
I may not be the fastest swimmer at the club, but I’ve worked hard to get where I am, and I am proud of that. Last season I moved through Cadets and into Juniors; and this season now I am in Elites, which takes perseverance and determination. I found it helpful to have people who believed in me and never let me give up when training was difficult.
I would like to be the person who “never lets people give up” to those in the club who may think that they can’t do it or just need a little bit of motivation.
As a final point, for those who don’t know me I am 6’1” so if you need someone to look up to in the club, I am always here!
Squad: Elites
Proudest swimming achievement: Going sub-30 on 50 Freestyle.
Do you have a highlight from last year? Finally getting under 1.05 on 100m Freestyle.
What does being Club Captain involve? Supporting all swimmers, no matter their age or ability.
What’s your ambition for BSSC this coming year? To place in the top three in Arena League and to move to the Premier Division.
Do you have any advice for younger members of the club? Keep going, your time will come.
Best quote/piece advice: You can do it, just don’t give up.
Favourite stroke/event: 50m Backstroke
Best thing about being a swimmer: The support and friends you gain from all different clubs and meets.
Best poolside snack: Haribo Tangfastics
Hat and goggle etiquette: Always keep your hat and goggles with you at meets in case you have to rush to your race and always carry a spare hat.
Hero: Freya Anderson – she trained for a long time before she got the times she wanted, which shows all hard work will pay off.
Best swim hack: Warm up by stretching your muscles before races so you don’t injure yourself.
