Four teenagers who saved and dad and his two kids from the Irish sea have been honoured by the Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council.
The 16-year-olds, all pupils at St Killian’s College, spotted the man, his young son and daughter in the water at White Park Bay on June 25 and bravely rushed to their rescue.
Michael Quinn, Josh Schnell, Shane McKenna and Niall Óg McGuigan were hailed for their heroic actions after bringing all three safely back to shore.
Alderman Fielding said: "These four young men represent the best of our community and their quick thinking and swift intervention undoubtedly saved the lives of three people.
"They are a credit to their families and I was pleased to have this opportunity to recognise their selflessness.
"We live in a beautiful place, and our coastline and beaches are among our greatest assets, but we must remember that the sea can be treacherous at all times of the year and I would urge people to always put safety first."
Councillors Oliver McMullan and Cara McShane proposed a council motion calling for the heroic actions of the Cushendall hurlers to be recognised.
It read: "That this council recognises the bravery of the four young teenagers Michael Quinn, Josh Schnell, Shane McKenna and Niall Og McGuigan from the Ruairi Og hurling club in Cushendall, when they rescued a father and his two young children when they got into difficulties while swimming at White Park Bay."
