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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - Sholem Aquatic Center has received recognition for its exemplary lifeguard staff, achieving top scores in three audits conducted by Ellis & Associates.

During the 2025 season, two of those audits received perfect scores.

Lifeguard Emily Pitcher was awarded the Golden Guard Award for consistently exceeding the 10/20 Protection scanning standards, demonstrating professionalism and readiness.

This prestigious award is given to a select few lifeguards from the thousands audited each year.

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