Overview

• David Fisher, a professional jump roper and three-time world record holder, used his double Dutch ropes to save an 18-year-old neighbor and his dog from an icy pond on December 14, 2024.
• The teen had fallen into the pond while attempting to rescue his dog, which had chased geese onto the ice and fallen through.
• Fisher’s son, Felix, heard the teen’s cries for help and alerted his father, leading to their swift and coordinated rescue effort.
• The City of Westfield honored Fisher and Felix with the Lifesaving Citizen Award, recognizing their bravery and selflessness.
• Local officials highlighted the rarity of such rescues ending positively and praised the Fishers for their quick thinking and community spirit.