Often times, when swimmers are recognized on the national level, it is often dealing with their fast times and future as a superstar swimmer. Jersey Shore swimmer, Natasha Harkey, is also being recognized for her speed. However, it is not speed in the racing pool that has propelled her into the national spotlight but the speed in which she reacted to several drownings while on vacation. Her story can be read here and here.
Every year, the National Drowning Prevention Alliance and USA Swimming Foundation have a Lifesaver of the Year contest. Nominees are vetted for their efforts and ten are selected as finalists. Natasha’s efforts were recognized with nine other individuals. The winner will receive an all-expense paid trip for two to San Diego, California, where he or she will be honored at the 11th Annual National Drowning Prevention Symposium set for March 7-10, 2012.
Every year, the National Drowning Prevention Alliance and USA Swimming Foundation have a Lifesaver of the Year contest. Nominees are vetted for their efforts and ten are selected as finalists. Natasha’s efforts were recognized with nine other individuals. The winner will receive an all-expense paid trip for two to San Diego, California, where he or she will be honored at the 11th Annual National Drowning Prevention Symposium set for March 7-10, 2012.
Public voting is now open to choose the winner; votes will be collected for one month through the end of January.
For more information about the contest and to cast your ballot, go to http://www.facebook.com/NationalDrowningPreventionAlliance and select the Lifesaver of the Year tab.
You may also link directly to the contest voting page here: http://apps.facebook.com/lifesaveroftheyear/contests/144881/voteable_entries
