The Ocean City Beach Patrol (OCBP) on Monday announced the successful candidates in a competitive tryout for lifeguard positions.

The 2025 rookie test was held on Saturday, June 7 on the beach at 18th Street. Forty-seven candidates competed in a 500-meter ocean swim, a 500-meter ocean paddleboard, a one-half-mile beach run and a surf dash. All candidates also completed an interview.

Congratulations to:

  • Dante Buonadonna
  • Mihail Mosendz
  • Ryan McGinley
  • Blaise Coley
  • Conner Nicoletti
  • Joey Berg
  • Steven Howard
  • Ryan Carney