The Longport Memorials Lifeguard Race was one of the closest and most exciting finishes in the 44-year history of the event. Five beach patrols participated – Brigantine, Atlantic City, Ventnor, Margate and host Longport.
The Margate and Atlantic City beach patrols ended the competition at Longport’s 33rd Street beach in a 77-77 tie, thanks to Atlantic City’s Vince Granese surging past Margate’s Ashton Funk to win the singles row.