"I'm very excited for Jo-Jo having secured a place at the prestigious UK School Games. Competing in this event is a milestone for any budding athlete," said David Davies.

"The UK School Games acts as a launching pad that can lead to the Olympic Games and other multi -sport events on the world stage.

"I'd have loved the opportunity to compete in a multi-sport event of this calibre at Jo-Jo's age. The UK School Games even has its own Opening Ceremony, Closing Ceremony and Athletes' Village," he said.

Cranfield, who is an arm amputee, is a student at Belfairs High School and trains 14 hours or 35,000 meters in the pool per week to keep her swimming skills at a nationally competitive level. She also works out in a gym with her Strength and Conditioning Coach, and rides both an indoor and outdoor bike to heighten her fitness.

This marks the fourth year that Cranfield has competed in the UK School Games having won three silver medals between 2006 - 2007, before triumphing with a gold medal in 2008.

"Being selected for the UK School games makes you feel like all the hard work training was worth it," Cranfield said.

"My favourite sports heroes include Mark Foster and Danny Crates but my ultimate favourite has to be Michael Phelps he is so talented, he is just amazing."

"I am really grateful to the UK School Games because without them I would never have been offered this life changing opportunity," she said.