Sooke gymnastic gold medalist Quiona Lovbakke on podium in Grande Prairie.

Sooke gymnastic gold medalist Quiona Lovbakke on podium in Grande Prairie.

Peace Country Gold

Sooke gymnast Quiona Lovbakke participated in the Western Canadian Championships for gymnastics in Grande Prairie, Alberta the weekend before last. She qualified for event finals for vault then received gold in the finals. Her team (Team BC) also placed first for all round.

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