A Close Call in the Pool
Adonis Jackson, a six‑year‑old attendee of a Nike Soccer Camp, was pulled from the water after more than two minutes beneath the surface. Camp staff confirmed that the lifeguard on duty was on a scheduled lunch break at the time, leaving the pool area unattended for a critical window.
Emergency responders arrived within minutes, but the boy remained without breathing for an extended period, leading to his hospitalization. He is now sedated and supported by breathing tubes as doctors work to stabilize his condition.
The incident has sparked a broader examination of supervision protocols at the camp, which hosts roughly thirty children in the pool at any given time. The family’s attorney, Calhoun Meredith, has questioned why it took two minutes for an adult to reach the child and has indicated that the investigation will scrutinize the staffing arrangements.
In the wake of the near‑tragedy, the University of the District of Columbia, which is reviewing the camp’s operations, announced that the facility will stay closed until the inquiry is completed. Officials say the findings could lead to policy changes for future programs.