Vale Joe Jenkins 2002 – 2021

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It is with the heaviest of hearts that we reflect on the passing of Joe Jenkins in a tragic road accident in New Zealand last week. He is the son of Judy & Mike as well as being the younger brother of Kyra and an outstanding North Steyne SLSC member. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten.

Joe has always been an exceptional young member of the North Steyne SLSC Black & Gold family, beginning as an 8 year old in our nipper program. He is well-respected across all areas of the Club regularly contributing up to 50 hours a season to Patrol 9 with Paul Mathew, always volunteering, training and competing as a Champion Lifesaver. Joe quickly became a fearsome competitor in the water, on the beach and underrated by many that did not know him. It is as a Champion Lifesaver that Joe excelled driven by the rivalry with his older sister Kyra and a desire to excel. Always smiling, helping others and admired by everyone.

Joe’s family will let us know details for a Live Stream Service as soon as they can, when restriction ease.

As we reflect on our own relationship with Joe and the Jenkins Family, it is hard not to focus on Joe’s exceptional recent achievements as a Champion at such a young age.

2020

Gold – NSW & Branch U19 Champion Lifesaver

Bronze – NSW Open Patrol Competition

NSSLSC U19 Competitor of the Year


2019

Bronze Australian U17 Champion Lifesaver

Gold NSW U17 Champion Lifesaver

NSSLSC U17 Club Champion

NSSLSC Most Outstanding in Swimming & Lifesaving


2018

Bronze Australian U17 Champion Lifesaver

Silver NSW U17 Champion Lifesaver

Gold Branch U17 Champion Lifesaver

NSSLSC U17 Club Champion

NSSLSC Most Outstanding in Swimming & Lifesaving


2017

Bronze Australian U15 Champion Lifesaver

Gold NSW U15 Champion Lifesaver

Bronze Branch U15 Beach Flags

NSSLSC U15 Club Champion

NSSLSC Most Outstanding in Swimming & Lifesaving


2016

5th NSW U15 Champion Lifesaver

Gold Branch U15 Champion Lifesaver

NSSLSC U15 2nd Club Championships

Forever in our thoughts and the eternal Champion Lifesaver.

The Jenkins Family has requested no flowers and asked that people donate
to the North Steyne SLSC in Joe’s Honour.