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Brigantine's Grace Emig placed first in the Paddleboard during the 56th annual Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Championships held in…

Source: Press of Atlantic City · Jul 31, 2026, 10:56 PM

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Grace Emig from Brigantine earned first place in the paddleboard competition at the 56th annual Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Championships, held in Wildwood on July 31, 2026.

The event is a longstanding showcase of lifeguard skills and athleticism, drawing competitors from across the Shore region.

Emig's victory highlights the competitive level of summer water sports and lifeguard training along New Jersey's Atlantic coast.

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Grace Emig of Brigantine won the paddleboard event at the 56th Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Championships
The championship was held in Wildwood on July 31, 2026
The Dutch Hoffman Memorial is an established annual competition showcasing lifeguard skills and athletics

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Who won the paddleboard competition at the 2026 Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Championships?: Grace Emig from Brigantine placed first in the paddleboard event at the 56th annual championship held in Wildwood on July 31, 2026.
Where and when was the 56th Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Championships held?: The championship took place in Wildwood on July 31, 2026. It is an annual event that draws lifeguard competitors to showcase their skills and athleticism.
What is the Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Championships?: It is an established annual competition for lifeguards held along the New Jersey Shore, now in its 56th year. The event features various water sports and athletic competitions among lifeguard competitors.

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