Close call: Quick-thinking gymnastics coach saves teen from serious injury

Friday, February 2, 2018
SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts (KTRK) -- A gymnastics coach in Massachusetts was at the right place at the right time when his 13-year-old student suddenly slipped from the high bar.

The student asked his coach to spot hit him before he started.

In the video, the teen goes flying into the air after he slips, almost landing on his neck.

His coach grabs him just in time.

The teen said he was shaken up by the incident but continued on with his warm-up.
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