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The short version: Alex is taking on the English Channel again - and this time coach Jess is going too!

Both of their stories are on their pages. Different but with some striking similarities - one of the reasons their coach:swimmer relationship is pretty unique. And their competitive natures will likely make this a fast team.

We owe COSMIC and the St Mary’s PICU team more than words can say. That’s why we are incredibly proud of how Alex has made it her mission to give back.

In 2023, less than 2 years after being in ICU, she swam the English Channel as part of a relay team organized by COSMIC, becoming the youngest swimmer ever to take part for them. She raised over £6,000, helping fund vital equipment, support services, and research for critically ill children. It was challenging, scary and apparently fun!

This summer, she’s taking on the Channel once again. Not solo (yet!), but as part of another COSMIC relay team - with Jess as part of the team. She’s more experienced now, but still wary of jellyfish, still driven, and still as determined as ever to make a difference.

Thank you for reading, supporting, and sharing. Let’s help Alex and Jess smash this goal and continue to support the amazing team that helped save her life.

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