Pictured above: A number of the South West swimmers heading to Dover to attempt crossings (and their support "crew")!The past few weeks have seen a number of exciting events as the TOTM countdown continues. In Australia, Amelia has spent a few days in Warrnambool to complete her final training swim in the ocean. On Saturday July 12th, South West swimmers attempting their relay double crossings in July were joined by Amelia and a number of well wishers for their final "hitout"! The water was 10c and conditions were wonderful-large breaking swell to swim out through and then rolling nicely once you were in the bay.Considering the fact that "Meals"hadn't been in the ocean for 3 months, her 30 minute swim was outstanding- as was the nice wave that she bodysurfed in to the beach on! Chloe was playing netball and couldn't make this session-although after hitting the aspalt netball court and taking off a bit of skin, she probably would have prferred the swim!
Meanwhile, in the UK the most exciting news of all! Jersey coach Dee Richards has finally attempted her solo crossing of the Channel. After twice before been disappointed by inclement weather stopping her attempts, this time she entered the "Ditch". Showing true guts and determination, she swam for 22hours and 6 minutes to land east of the Calais harbour. The stories to be told....Well done Dee- you are now a Channel swimmer!
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