Meet the team!

Jake Howells, 21, Ross-On-Wye

I am a keen supporter and player of Rugby

21 Years of age from Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire. I am Currently in my third year at Plymouth University studying History, with a focus on late British Empire and Armoured Warfare.
Prior to university I attended the John Kyrle High School where I did History, Physics, and Physical Education at A-Level.
I am currently a Junior Under Officer at EUOTC and have thoroughly enjoyed my time there, being able to have the opportunity lead fellow Officer Cadets, and also being lucky enough to represent the unit at Nordic Skiing in France.
My sporting interests include: Cycling (Funnily enough!), Rugby, and Golf.

In my spare time, apart from sports, I also enjoy reading, mainly military history books!
Once I have finished university, I intend to join the Army having already passed AOSB Main Board.

Owen Jones, 21, Llantwit Major

Mountaineering in the Italian
Dolomites

I am 21 years old and am from Llantwit Major in the Vale of Glamorgan. I am in the third year of my degree at Exeter University studying Mechanical Engineering. 

Before Uni I went to Llantwit Major Comprehensive School and was part of the local Atlantic College Lifeboat crew.
EUOTC has been the highlight of my time at University. I have thoroughly enjoyed the training and opportunities and experiences which it has given me allowing me to travel to Norway, Germany, Austria, Malta and Italy. I have also made good friends along the way.

My other interests include radio controlled aeroplanes, kayaking and dinghy sailing. 

After Uni I am hoping to join either the Royal Navy or RAF as an Air Engineering Officer.

Richard King, 22, Slains

Ultra distance trail running is a
passion of mine

I grew up in Slains near Collieston in Aberdeenshire, and have lived in Qatar and Spain before returning to the UK for my studies. I completed my A levels in maths, further maths and physics at King Edward VI College, Stourbridge. I am now in my final year reading BSc Ocean Exploration at Plymouth University. I am 22 years old.

In my time at Exeter University OTC I have had the privilege of representing the unit at Nordic Skiing and Winter Biathlon in France, and progressing my passion for mountaineering through the Mountain Leader award scheme. I enjoy trail running, and aspire to qualify for the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc in the near future, completing a number of qualifying ultra marathons. It is my love for endurance sport which motivated me to join this challenge.

On finishing university I intend to work as a surveyor, whilst remaining in the Army Reserves with 170 Gp Royal Engineers.