Meet the crew representing North Wales Police in a yacht race from Portsmouth to Liverpool

Meet the crew who have taken to the seas representing North Wales as part of a yacht race against other Northwest force areas.

The Chief Constable’s Challenge saw four tall ships launch from Portsmouth on Saturday, October 22^nd, as part of an event set by Merseyside Chief Constable, Serena Kennedy.

The competition, in partnership with Tall Ship Youth Trust, will be finishing at the Royal Albert Dock in Liverpool on Friday, October 28^th, following a two-year postponement due the pandemic.

The 72ft former round the world challenger yachts are being sailed by four groups of young people, each representing North Wales Police, Merseyside Police, Cheshire Police and Greater Manchester Police.

The young people were selected having been considered deserving due to their commitment to the community or continuing to strive in school despite challenging home lives.

You can read more about the challenge here: Nine young people from North Wales set sail for yacht race as part of Chief Constable’s Challenge | North Wales Police

 

Meet the team representing North Wales Police:

 

Name: Josh Taylor / North Wales Police Special Constable

Role: Crew Team Leader

Age: 19

Bio: I’m a cadet leader and special constable, also studying for a Professional Policing degree at university.

Skills: Working with young people /Stepping out of my comfort zone and trying new things.

“The challenge will be a great opportunity to develop and learn new skills, whilst helping to provide invaluable opportunities for young people.”

 

Name: Poppy Hadfield-Jones / North Wales Police Citizens in Policing Coordinator

Role: Crew Team Leader

Bio: I’m a reliable, compassionate and caring friend who is always keen to help others. I’ve been the North Wales Police team lead for the Chief Constables Challenge since 2019.

“Due to the pandemic, we are finally setting sail in 2022. It’s been quite the challenge, but I am totally confident that our strong, capable team can sail their way to success. Go Wales!”

 

Name: Sebastian Mclean 

Role: Crew Member

Age: 16

Bio: I am very quiet, but I always try hard. I am calm, respectful and polite.

“I think the Chief Constable’s Challenge is a brilliant opportunity to experience something new. I am hoping to make new friends, improve my confidence and communication skills.”

 

Name: Rhys Mollison-White

Role: Crew Member

Age: 17

Bio: I am charismatic, confident and a quick learner. I believe I am a strong team player and can boost our chances of success. As a gym enthusiast, I can provide strength for more physical tasks.

“I want to show that regardless of what you have been through, you can prove to the world that how you started off and how you finish don’t have to line up.”

 

Name: Jorja Houghton

Role: Crew Member

Age: 17

Bio: This will be a unique experience where I will get to work as part of a team and develop new skills. I hope to make new friends and lot of new memories.

I wish every team member good luck and I am proud to represent North Wales Police.

 

Name: Jessica Wild

Role: Crew Member

Age: 16

Bio: I am an outgoing and competitive person who is always up for a challenge. I love being part of a team and I am looking forward to gaining new skills and experiences.

 

Name: Olivia George

Role: Crew Member

Age: 16

Bio: I am hard working and enthusiastic. I am looking forward to the Chief Constable’s Challenge because I can put my good communication skills to good use and work as part of a team. I am friendly and outgoing and will enjoy learning new things whilst getting to know my new crew mates.

 

Name: Iestyn James

Role: Crew Member

Age: 15

Bio: I think I will bring determination and competitive spirit to the Chief Constable’s Challenge. I also think it will be great fun and a unique opportunity to learn new skills.

 

Name: Seren Davies

Role: Crew Member

Age: 15

Bio: I’m friendly, chatty and a great team player. I’m looking forward to sailing the high seas, seeing new places and developing new skills.

I’m taking some extra supplies with me just in case!

 

Name: Ewan Harper-Blair

Role: Crew Member

Age: 15

Bio: I am a sociable, caring and hard-working person who likes to cook and do kickboxing. I want to do the Chief Constables Challenge because I think it will be an unmissable experience.

I also want to reach for the stars, and this will be a good entry on my CV!