Sussex lifeguards capture national championship in Fort Lauderdale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 3:07 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Sussex County Lifesaving Association secured the USLA National Lifeguard Championships for the third consecutive year from August 4-7, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Over 120 lifeguards participated from various Sussex beaches, showcasing their skills in events such as sprints, beach flags, and swims. Individual victories included Konner Knarr winning both the men's 90-meter sprint and beach flags, while Ally Diehl topped the women's 90-meter sprint. Matt Farlow, president of the Sussex County Lifesaving Association, praised the team's dedication and hard work in achieving this national championship.
- •Sussex lifeguards won the USLA National Championship in Fort Lauderdale.
- •The championship took place from August 4-7, 2026.
- •Konner Knarr won in both men's 90-meter sprint and beach flags.
- •Ally Diehl claimed victory in the women's 90-meter sprint.
- •Over 120 lifeguards represented Sussex County at the event.
- 3:07 PMYahoo Sports — Sussex lifeguards win national championship for third year in a row
"The Sussex County Lifesaving Association again won the USLA National Lifeguard Championships, held this year in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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