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The Surf City Beach Patrol Hall of Fame was started in 2011 to honor men and
women who contributed to the legacy of the beach patrol and exceptionally served
the community during the many decades of SCBP’s long and storied history.
With the honor of United States Lifesaving Association National Certification
being bestowed upon the Surf City Beach Patrol in 2011, it was believed that it
would be an appropriate time to begin to recognize and memorialize lifeguards
who over the years have epitomized the very best of the SCBP.
Each year, the members of the current leadership team
of the Surf City Beach Patrol will be joined by delegates from the Surf City
Beach Patrol Alumni Association to select two former lifeguards for induction
into the Surf City Beach Patrol.
These selections will be based upon the
following criteria:
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At least two years of service on the Surf City Beach Patrol.
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Demonstration of professionalism, integrity, and leadership while carrying out
the duties of a lifeguard for the Surf City Beach Patrol.
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Dedication to the mission of the Surf City Beach Patrol and unique contributions
to the organization and community.
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Achievements in the areas of beach patrol training, fitness and competition.
Each year, two
selected inductees will be honored at the annual Surf City Beach Patrol Banquet
in August.
1st Annual Hall Of Fame
Ceremony - Tuesday August 16, 2011
Inductee - Michael Nitti
Name: Mike Nitti
Years of Service: 1987 - 2001
The first inductee into
the Surf City Beach Patrol Hall of Fame in 2011, Mike Nitti was part of the Surf
City Beach Patrol from 1987 to 2001, becoming Lieutenant in 1988. In this role,
Mike helped implement many new ideas and changes to beach patrol operations that
are still evident today, including developing the first lifeguarding manual,
revised beach supervision protocol, and restructured training/workout
procedures. Mike competed for the Surf City Beach Patrol in swimming, paddling
and rowing events, winning multiple Island rowing championships with partners
Mark Dileo and Rip Wagner. In an era when off-Island competition was limited,
Mike represented SCBP in competitions such as the 22 mile "Around the Island"
North Wildwood Row, the New Jersey Lifeguard Championships, and the USLA
Nationals.
2012 Inductees
To Be Announced Shortly