The McMurtrey Aquatic Center is a swimming, diving, and recreational facility in the city of Bakersfield, California.

[2] The 8,551-square-foot (794.4 m2) recreation pool features zero depth entry, child play features, double water slides, a plunge pool, diving boards, a water volleyball area and specially designed interactive wet play equipment.

"[4] The family also has a special interest in providing funds for the equipment that will be needed for school swim competitions and other related activities.

The ceremony was hosted by Council member Sue Benham and KGET-Channel 17's Robin Mangarin, and Jim Scott.

Gabe Woodward, a Stockdale High School graduate, won a bronze medal in the Men's’ 4 x 100 meter relay; Rebecca Giddens, a part-time Kernville resident, won a silver medal in the Women's’ K1 kayak slalom; Larsen Jensen, Garces Memorial High School alumnus, won a silver medal in the 1,500 meter freestyle competitive swim; and Joey Hansen, a Bakersfield High School graduate, won a gold medal in the Men's’ Eight Rowing event.