Lifeguards from New York to Virginia gathered in Rehoboth Beach on Wednesday, July 8, to compete in the 2026 U.S. Lifesaving Association Mid-Atlantic Lifeguard Championships. Hosted by the Rehoboth Beach Patrol at its headquarters on Baltimore Avenue and the Boardwalk, the competition began at 9:30 a.m. The championships showcased the athleticism and lifesaving skills that […]
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Congratulations to Kate Ottman, Juliette Kristophel, Olivia Plummer, and Catherine from Virginia Beach on an outstanding performance at the USLA National Lifeguard Championship in California! Securing 7th place in the highly competitive Landline event. Competing against the best girl lifeguards from across the nation, our Smith Point ladies demonstrated remarkable strength and determination under pressure. […]
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The Smith Point Women’s Lifeguard Team had a great showing Wednesday night at Lido Beach. Competing in the sand and surf, our ladies showed off their strength, teamwork, and lifesaving skills. With multiple solid finishes, the team proved they are one of the best on the beach. The day started strong with the distance run, […]
Read More Smith Point Women’s Team takes 3rd place at the Town of Hempstead 2025 women’s lifeguard competition
Lifeguard competitions are exciting and challenging events where trained lifeguards from local beaches and agencies come together to showcase their lifesaving skills and physical endurance. But first the 2025 Long Island Lifeguard Championship kicked off with a few award presentations. The first award of the morning was the Lifetime Achievement Award, presented to Jim McAllister. […]
Read More Smith Point Wins the 2025 L.I. Lifeguard Championship
Smith Point Lifeguards did well at the 2025 East Hampton Lifeguard Tournament, showcasing grit, speed, and teamwork in one of the toughest competitions of the summer. Facing fierce competition from elite teams across Long Island, Smith Point rose to the challenge with strong performances throughout the tournament. The tournament opened with a grueling 2K beach […]
Read More Smith Point Wins The 2025 East Hampton Tournament
Each year (7/9/2025), lifeguards who patrol the beaches throughout our region come together to compete in the USLA Mid-Atlantic Regional Championships. The purpose of such an event is to showcase the skills and knowledge it takes to be a lifeguard. The day is filled with action-packed events that can’t be seen in any other forum. […]
Read More Smith Point Competes at Mid-Atlantic Regional Lifeguard Championship
Congratulation to Pat Scribner, Alex Triani, Chris Verrichio and Matt Koch on winning the 2024 USLA National Landline Championship … Nice work! https://www.instagram.com/p/C-duBNdSYza
Read More Congratulations to the 2024 USLA National Landline Champions
Lifeguard competitions are events where lifeguards demonstrate their skills in various lifesaving techniques and physical fitness. Guards compete in activities like distance swims, rescue simulations and sprints. These competitions test speed, agility, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure. Events often include beach sprints, surfboard paddle races, and surf rescues, highlighting the diverse skills required for lifeguarding. […]
Read More Smith Point takes 3rd at L.I. Lifeguard Championship
Team Jones Beach officially crowned the Long Island Lifeguard Champions 🏆. Congratulations to all! Results: Distance Swim: Jones Beach 1st, Long Beach 2nd, Fire Island 3rd, Smith Point 4th, East Hampton 5th, Town of Hempstead 6th, Westhampton 7th 2K Run: East Hampton 1st, Jones Beach 2nd, Smith Point 3rd, Fire Island 4th, Town of Hempstead […]
Read More Jones Beach Wins 2023 L.I. Lifeguard Championship
The 2023 USLA National Lifeguard & Junior Lifeguard Championships will be held in Virginia Beach VA from Aug 9-12, 2023.
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