P R 2010 - 2017
Ryan Coombs (P R 2010 – 2017) – how a love of sport nurtured at school has given him a fresh challenge.
I attended Wycliffe from Year 7 to Year 13. One of the main reasons I joined was the sporting opportunities. I was part of Scott at the Prep School and Robinson in the Senior School. I was Prefect at the Prep School and Deputy Head in the Senior School.
I played Football to a high academy level and also played my fair share of Rugby and Cricket. I also received a Sports Scholarship for Sixth Form. I represented Wycliffe in many cross-country races and swimming galas and took part in biathles in which I came third in the county. The school gave me so many opportunities I will always be grateful for instilling the love of sport.
During my final year at Wycliffe I sustained a concussion injury. As a result, my A Levels did not quite go to plan which resulted in me taking a gap year to recover. About 18 months ago, I started to increase my working hours and I am now a trainee accountant at Smith Heath Accountants in Cheltenham.
Alongside this I have discovered a love for triathlon. I completed Ironman Wales (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile cycle, 26.2 mile run) in September 2019 with a time of 12h 24s and came 6th in my age group.
During this year I have started to compete in many events and am climbing up the results boards. This included a qualifying event for 2020 European Standard Distance Triathlon Championships in Tartu, Estonia which will allow me to race for Team GB.
If you would like to follow my journey please follow my blog. www.ryancoombstriathlon.com, Facebook: ryancoombstriathlon Instagram: ryancoombstriathlon. I am also looking for sponsors.
