IN THE POOL - Swimming.Org

SWIMMING PROFILES: WOMEN
AMY MARREN
Club: Romford Town
Coach: Gary Rodgers
Dob: 14/08/1998
Born: Newham
Trains: Hornchurch
Lives: Hornchurch
Occupation: I am in year nine at school
QUALIFIED EVENTS:
400m Freestyle, 100m Backstroke, 50m Freestyle
ACHIEVEMENTS:
London 2012 International Debut
IN THE POOL
How were the Paralympic trials for you? I was pleased with
my times as I was so nervous being in a new pool and in
front of a big crowd at the London Aquatics Centre. At
the Sheffield trials I achieved my time. I think my swims in
London gave me the confidence to swim faster in Sheffield
where I learnt to control my nerves.
What are your goals for the London Paralympics? I would
like to swim personal best times, to enjoy myself and take the
experience in.
What has been your finest performance so far and why? My
200m Individual Medley at the Sheffield trials this year
where I did a qualifying time. When I saw the time on the
board I was really surprised. I really didn’t expect to qualify
for London.
What is your favourite Event? I really enjoy the Backstroke
at the moment as I won a bronze medal at my County
Championships earlier in 2012.
When was your international senior debut? The Paralympics
in London will be. It will be amazing having the home crowd
and a really good atmosphere. I am really excited.
Who is your toughest opponent? There are so many. Everyone
is an opponent.
Best Venue? Sheffield because I know where everything is
and I have raced there so much. The London Pool has the
wow factor with the size of the crowd.
OUT OF THE POOL
Do you have any Superstitions? No.
Favourite way to relax? Watch films and have lazy days
around the house. I also like spending time with my friends.
Any hobbies away from the pool? Swimming takes up most
of my time alongside school. I go to the Girl Guides when I
have the time and just spend time with my friends.
What’s the best thing you cook? Probably pasta or cakes. My
mum does the cooking though.
Best concert you have been to? I went to the X Factor tour
which I really enjoyed.
Who would you most like to meet? Justin Bieber and
the Queen.
What are your must watch TV programmes? I like watching
music channels, comedies and documentaries. I also watch
the Disney Channel with my sister.
What could you not live without Laptop or Mobile? Mobile.
Ideal holiday destination? I really enjoyed Turkey, that was
the best. I liked Spain as well.
Which five people would you want at your ultimate dinner
party? Justin Bieber, Michael Phelps, The Queen, Miranda
Hart and my Aunt in Australia – she is coming back to watch
me at the Paralympics.
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