Thursday, 29 May
5.25pm

In episode nine, Jeremy Sims joins the cast of Blue Water High playing Loren's dad Brian. Blue Water High screens in the RollerCoaster slot 5.25pm Thursdays.

Loren's family has always been very closely knit so when her dad makes an unexpected visit to Solar Blue, she's naturally delighted to see him. But the situation quickly deteriorates when it becomes clear that her father is extremely unhappy with the inadequate and inappropriate training he feels Loren (Amy Beckwith) is getting.

After watching Loren surf, Brian is furious that Garry (Craig Horner) has changed her style and accuses both Bec (Kate Bell) and Garry of ruining her chances of succeeding on the pro-circuit. He demands that Loren return home so he can get her a more experienced coach who can give her personalised attention.

Suddenly Loren is in the awful dilemma of having to choose between Solar Blue and her family. Feeling under intense pressure, Loren considers the options and comes to her decision. But deciding on something and then communicating it to the people involved are two different challenges. One thing's for sure though, after she does announce her decision, the relationships between all concerned will never be quite the same again.