An Update on Her Progress In & Out of the Pool
Firstly, I want to say a huge thank you for the support you have given Reese so far. Your encouragement and generosity have helped make so many opportunities possible, and we are truly grateful to every one of you.
Back in Training
As you know, Reese had a challenging end to last season following her injury. Since returning to training and rehabilitation on 19th August, we’re delighted to say that her recovery is progressing really well.
Training is steadily intensifying as she prepares for the Winter Regionals on 7th and 8th November, and she’s excited to be back working towards her goals.
A New Chapter at Sixth Form
Away from the pool, Reese received her GCSE results this summer and we are incredibly proud to share that she passed all of her subjects.
She is now three weeks into Sixth Form, studying BTEC PE, BTEC Health & Social Care, and A Level Psychology. The subjects complement each other perfectly, and she is thoroughly enjoying both the academic challenge and the new friendships she has already made.
Having been home educated for the previous two years, we couldn’t be prouder of the determination, independence, and positive attitude she has shown in returning to a classroom environment.
Her new friends are already fascinated by her swimming journey and have enthusiastically appointed themselves as her personal cheer squad!
New Milestones
Life is certainly moving fast. Reese is celebrating her 17th birthday and is now looking forward to learning to drive, which is both exciting and a little daunting for the rest of us!
She has also begun her Level 2 Swimming Teaching qualification, something she is thoroughly enjoying and which is helping her develop new skills both in and out of the pool.
Looking Ahead to the New Season
If anything, swimming is only accelerating. The coming season is set to be one of the most important yet.
Another training camp in Tenerife is planned, although rising costs mean the financial commitment is greater than ever.
Looking further ahead, conversations are beginning around university opportunities, including potential fully funded scholarship programmes in the USA, which bring exciting possibilities. To obtain these offers an agent is required to source the best opportunities and this will come at an additional cost but with a huge saving for her in the long run.
The next two years will play a crucial role in shaping Reese’s swimming future, and we would be honoured to have your continued support as part of that journey.
Supporting Reese’s Journey
For anyone who would like to support Reese for the upcoming season, her sponsorship page can be found below:
Every contribution helps us move one step closer to achieving her ambitions, and we look forward to sharing every success, challenge, and milestone with you.
Thank you once again for everything you have done so far. We genuinely couldn’t do this without you, and we are incredibly grateful to have such a wonderful team of supporters behind Reese.
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