San Luis Obispo, CA – Kings County Sheriff’s Office Explorers earned high marks at the 2025 Central Coast Explorer Competition this weekend at Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo. The annual event brings together Explorer Posts from across California to test law enforcement skills through hands-on scenarios and obstacle challenges.
According to the Kings County Sheriff’s Office, Explorer Post #1199 excelled in several key events—placing 2nd in High-Risk Traffic Stop and 2nd in Active Shooter Response among 11 competing teams statewide. Explorer Sergeant Chrystal Rodriguez also placed 3rd in the scholarship process, receiving $300 to support her continuing education.
Overall, the Kings County Explorers earned 3rd place in this year’s competition, demonstrating strong performance and teamwork across multiple law enforcement disciplines.
The event was hosted by the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office, which organized the multi-day challenge featuring six law enforcement scenarios and a timed obstacle course. Officials also extended thanks to Leprino Foods, which provided funds to cover the Kings County team’s registration costs.
The Explorer program provides hands-on training for youth interested in law enforcement careers, blending community engagement with practical skills development.
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