Peta Jarvis

Sports Award

Age:

23

Biography

Peta Jarvis is 18 years old, from Burton on the Wolds, near Loughborough in Leicestershire and studying for a degree in Modern Languages and Translation.

'I competed in my first triathlon in 2009 and was hooked. Initially most of my races were in the East Midlands region, where I regularly stepped onto the podium, but have now moved onto competing in the British Super Series and other national level events which take me all over the country. This year I have travelled to Llanelli, Leeds and Eton Dorney, amongst others, and have so far gained top 20 places in all of these national level events, resulting in me being selected by British Triathlon as one of the GBR triathletes showcasing junior elite racing at the Jersey Super League at the end of September. This JMHT Inspire award will be of huge help in the costs for travelling to that race.'

Triathlon involves training for three sporting disciplines, all of which are very costly and require expensive equipment. In addition to my triathlon success I have also achieved good results in each individual sport with medals at the county swimming championships, East Midlands Open Water Championships and winner of the 2017 Mallory Youth Race League (cycling) and silver at the British Schools Score Orienteering Championships. I swim at Loughborough Town Swimming Club and can remember training with Joe so it is a privilege to be given an award by the trust set up in his memory.'

Simon Taylor, Inspire Lead said: ' Triathlon is a hugely demanding sport and Peta's example is an inspiration to others and someone who deserves our full support . We look forward to hearing further from her in relation to her achievements.'