2026 New York State Lifeguard of the Year – Presented to Michael Scanlon

Mike has dedicated 44 years to protecting the public and advancing the lifeguarding profession. He was an elite competitor in rowing and landline events, led the Jones Beach Rescue Watercraft Program and Junior Lifeguard Program, served as a National USLA Official, and represented the Mid-Atlantic Region as an Executive Delegate. Most importantly, during his 44-year […]

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July 27, 2026
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2019 Ian Fogarty

Lifeguard of the Year – Ian Fogarty Ian Fogarty is a SUNY Cortland Alumni that started his lifeguard career here at Smith Point in 2004. After the 2015 season Ian hung up his greens for a pair of blues and became a member of the New York City Police Department. However, after being a MOS (Member […]

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September 9, 2019
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