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A Coventry teacher is swapping his water polo cap for a pair of running shoes to raise money for Zoë’s Place Baby Hospice.

Ian Adshead, 53, is a teacher at Woodfield School and a member of the City of Coventry Swimming Club’s men’s water polo team.

He is hoping to complete Stratford’s Shakespeare Marathon in April and is seeking sponsorship for Zoë’s Place.

Ian said: “I’ve been involved with the water polo section for over 30 years and I have just returned to it, after several years, to play for the men’s masters team and to help with coaching the youth side.

“It’s been a while since I’ve undertaken an endurance event and even longer since I tried to raise money for a charity.

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“Zoë’s Place is a local charity that does a fantastic job. As well as the marathon I intend to do a couple of static bike rides outside the Co-op in Earlsdon.

“Anyone interested in sponsoring me can go on to my JustGiving page or put some money in my bucket when I’m out on my bike.”

Visit Ian’s page at justgiving.com/fundraising/ian-adshead3