Hi,

My name is Aleksei Averchenko. I’m a former professional swimmer and now the coach of the First Youth Triathlon Team, the only triathlon team for kids in the Bay Area.

Last year, I survived a life-changing accident. As part of my recovery, I set a bold goal: to swim a 26.2-mile indoor marathon on May 6th — a total of 46,300 yards in one day.

This isn’t just about me. I’m doing it to raise funds for the incredible kids on our team — to provide scholarships for low-income families and help us purchase essential equipment so every child has a chance to train, grow, and compete.

Your support means the world — not just to me, but to the next generation of athletes we’re building together!