Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=PIas1w84e1W Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter 16 year old rookie lifeguard rescues child! At just 16 years old, rookie California State Parks [8wma0pVOaR7] Health Updated on August 11, 2026 EDT — Published on August 11, 2026 EDT 16 year old rookie lifeguard rescues child! At just 16 years old, rookie California State Parks lifeguard Ryder Williams is proving what it means to be a hero. When a 10-year-old boy was swept into dangerous surf at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz, Ryder didn't hesitate. He fought through powerful waves, keeping the child above water until another lifeguard arrived to help bring them safely back to shore. The boy was reunited with his family without serious injuries. 🎥 A huge thank you to Scott Vander Dussen for capturing this incredible rescue and sharing Ryder's bravery with the world. 🌊❤️ 8p7kwWwX4TT pQKsXfZh0VN J6gBmG49rC3 AngplPOUGVU 5cv8UGgCw1T
16 year old rookie lifeguard rescues child! At just 16 years old, rookie California State Parks lifeguard Ryder Williams is proving what it means to be a hero. When a 10-year-old boy was swept into dangerous surf at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz, Ryder didn't hesitate. He fought through powerful waves, keeping the child above water until another lifeguard arrived to help bring them safely back to shore. The boy was reunited with his family without serious injuries. 🎥 A huge thank you to Scott Vander Dussen for capturing this incredible rescue and sharing Ryder's bravery with the world. 🌊❤️ 8p7kwWwX4TT pQKsXfZh0VN J6gBmG49rC3 AngplPOUGVU 5cv8UGgCw1T