Coach Robberts Hailed as Hero After Saving Choking Student
Coach Morgan Robberts is being praised throughout Tiger Nation after stepping into action Monday morning when a student began choking and needed immediate assistance.
Coach Morgan Robberts is being praised throughout Tiger Nation after stepping into action Monday morning when a student began choking and needed immediate assistance.
Without hesitation, Robberts remained calm and performed the Heimlich maneuver, successfully clearing the student's airway and potentially saving the student's life.
Despite his heroic actions, Robberts was quick to give credit to his faith. "I was praying the whole time. I just thank God that he had his hand over the whole situation," Robberts shared.
For those who know Coach Robberts, his dedication to students extends far beyond the classroom and athletic fields. Robberts also oversees the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) in Silsbee, helping students grow in their faith while encouraging leadership, fellowship, and service.
He was also the driving force behind the recent Fields of Faith event held at Silsbee's Tiger Stadium, which brought together more than 1,000 people for an evening of worship, prayer, and encouragement. The event demonstrated his passion for bringing young people and the community together through faith.
Now, just days after helping lead a gathering centered around faith, Robberts found himself in a situation where his own faith and quick actions would play an important role.
The incident serves as a powerful reminder that educators and coaches do far more than teach lessons and lead teams. They also serve as protectors, mentors, and everyday heroes to the students entrusted to their care.
School officials expressed their heartfelt gratitude for Robberts' quick response, praising his dedication and commitment to student safety. For the Silsbee community, Coach Robberts' actions are another example of the compassion, faith, and leadership that make Tiger Nation special.
While the moment may have lasted only a short time, the impact of his actions could last a lifetime.
Whether he is coaching athletes, leading students in faith, organizing community worship events, or stepping up in a moment of crisis, Coach Robberts continues to demonstrate what it truly means to lead by example.
Thank you, Coach Robberts, for being a true Tiger Nation hero!
