NAME: Shauna Decoteau

HOMETOWN: Groton, MA

BLS EXPERIENCE: Rookie

WHY BLS? I keep trying to increase my mileage for swim races and I was thrilled to come across this race. I live in the Seaport and it is wonderful to have such a great race right in my backyard.

WHO IS YOUR PILOT AND CREW? My crew will be my parents, Lea and Jay Decoteau, and I will likely also have Ryan Militana and/or Ben Decoteau on the boat as well.

WHERE ARE YOU SWIMMING FOR YOUR BLS TRAINING? I swim in the Vineyard Sound

SWIMMING FUN FACT: During the summer, I swim from Falmouth to Martha's Vineyard with some great friends.

ANYTHING ELSE? I usually do tropical swims like Nevis or St. Croix so this cold water will be my biggest obstacle.