Organised by Royal Naval AssociationDeparting in June 2026 from California and arriving around 40 days later, the trio of rowers will battle against wind and tides to arrive at Hawaii. Kevin is fundraising for the Royal Naval Association.
Setting off in June 2026 from, California and arriving around 40 days later, the trio of rowers will battle against wind and tides to arrive at Kauai, Hawaii
Meet the team:
Kevin Watkins: Ocean rower and 30-year British Navy veteran, bringing deep maritime expertise
Amy Xu: Ironman finisher and cross-country cycling enthusiast.
William Matthews: Startup founder and former track and field decathlete.
Team Captain, Kevin, is kindly raising funds for the Royal Naval Association – please donate generously to boost his motivation and resolve.
“After three decades of naval service, I've handled everything from search and rescue operations to international peacekeeping missions. But this Pacific crossing represents something uniquely powerful. The discipline, teamwork, and resilience I learned in the Navy will be crucial, especially during those challenging night shifts. The ocean commands tremendous respect—it's about time we used its challenges to inspire the next generation of adventurers and leaders.”
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