Surf coach speaks out after rescuing father, daughter from rip current
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Key Points:
- Lucas Taub, head coach of Westcliff University's surf team, rescued a father and his 6-year-old daughter caught in a rip current during a surf contest in Oceanside, California on March 15.
- Taub noticed the daughter struggling in the water and immediately jumped in fully clothed to assist, helping both safely back to shore.
- The father, Chris Greene, expressed deep gratitude, stating he was exhausted and feared for their lives before Taub arrived.
- Westcliff University praised Taub's heroic actions as an embodiment of leadership and care for humanity.
- Taub credited being in the right place at the right time and emphasized his commitment to ensuring safety, especially when working with youth.
