Gurnee Park District hosts annual Lifeguard Games, a contest of rescue skills, more
Submitted by the Gurnee Park District
The Illinois Park and Recreation Association held Lifeguard Games, their annual competition for park and recreation agency lifeguards and junior lifeguards, on July 11 at Hunt Club Aquatic Center in Gurnee.
Lifeguards and junior lifeguards from various agencies were put against each other in tests of strength, speed, rescue skills, endurance and teamwork.
As defending champions for the past nine years, the Gurnee Park District lifeguards and junior lifeguard teams embraced the hard work that went into training.
"We were very honored to host and proud of our teams," Aquatic Manager Kara Moss said. "This event is a great way to showcase our dedication to keeping our community safe."
Five Gurnee Park District teams participated, including four lifeguard teams and one junior lifeguard team. The junior lifeguards took first place in their division. Team members were: Coach Emily Byker, Nina Weiner, Ryan Thomas, Angolina Hristoforatos, Abby Lockett, Colton Holmes, Lauren Gilbert and Lily Freehling.
Lifeguard division finalists:
• First place: Deerfield Park District
• Second place: Arlington Heights Park District
• Third place: Gurnee Park District
• Fourth place: Gurnee Park District
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