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UNCW hoops coach nearly drowns during rescue

UNCW hoops coach nearly drowns during rescue

Summary

UNC Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods was caught in a strong ocean current while trying to save her 8-year-old nephew. She said she feels lucky to have survived the dangerous situation.

Key Facts

  • Nicole Woods is the women's basketball coach at UNC Wilmington.
  • She tried to rescue her 8-year-old nephew from a rip current.
  • A rip current is a strong, fast-moving water flow that can pull swimmers out to sea.
  • Woods was nearly drowned but managed to survive.
  • She described the experience as very dangerous.
  • Woods expressed gratitude for being alive after the incident.
  • The event shows the dangers of swimming in the ocean without caution.
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