Finest sporting moment: Winnning gold in the 400m freestyle at the British Championships

Tip for the top: Keep working

First GB selection year: 2002

How and why get involved in swimming: I couldn't swim until I was 9. I lost one of my legs and wanted to prove that I could dooit and make it to the top

Sporting heroes: Mark Foster, John Terry (Chelsea FC) and Campbell Coe

Other sporting successes: I play on the England football and cricket teams

Favourite sport other than swimming: Football and cricket

Would most like to meet: Darren Gough (England cricket player)

Most prized possession: My DVD and CD collection

Biggest influence on career: Campbell Coe

Toughest opponent: David Hill

Biggest passion away from swimming: Football

Favourite venue and why: Manchester Aquatics Centre because it has a fast training pool

Tips to relax: Listen to music

Education: I am studying for my GCSE's

Ultimate ambition: To win a gold medal at the Paralympics

Where do you see yourself in 10 years: With a degree in Biomechanics