2025 Jack Deacon Invitational

This past weekend, more than 145 swimmers from three states came together at the Jonesboro City Pool & Recreation Center for the largest USA Swimming event Jonesboro has hosted in 25 years — the Jack Deacon Memorial Invitational.

The meet honored the incredible legacy of Jack Deacon, who helped start Jonesboro’s first swim team in 1958, chaired the YMCA Swim Team Committee for 12 years, and later served as President of the Arkansas AAU while officiating at countless state meets. His dedication laid the foundation for generations of competitive swimmers in our city and across the state.

The invitational also celebrated the growth of the Jets Aquatic Club, now home to more than 100 year-round swimmers, many of whom go on to earn college scholarships.

A special congratulations to Alana Rodriguez, who was named the recipient of the Marie Deacon Landon Spirit Award, honoring Jack’s daughter.

A huge thank you to our athletes, families, coaches, local businesses, and community supporters who made this event such a success.