Centre-du-Québec Athletes Shine at 60th Québec Games in Blainville

Blainville, Quebec – The 60th Québec Games are underway, and athletes from Centre-du-Québec are already achieving notable success. As of Sunday, the region has secured six medals across multiple disciplines, marking a strong start to the competition.

Medal Haul: Gymnastics and Figure Skating Lead the Way

Gymnasts Lyannah Heath and Magalie Noreau have been standout performers, collectively earning four bronze medals in the provincial women’s program events. Lyannah Heath secured bronze on the floor and bars, while Magalie Noreau achieved third place on the beam and in the all-around competition.

Raphaël Jutras delivered a golden performance in figure skating, winning the gold medal in the pre-novice men’s E category. This marks the first gold medal for Centre-du-Québec at the 60th Québec Games.

Judo and Boxing Add to the Medal Count

Daphnée Champagne added another bronze medal to the region’s tally in judo, winning in the U16 – less than 57 kg category.

The delegation is poised to add at least two more medals in boxing on Monday, with Guillaume Banet Proulx (juvenile 53 kg) and Lucas Provencher (juvenile 59 kg) both competing in their respective finals.

Games Overview

The 60th Québec Games, hosted in Blainville, bring together nearly 3,000 athletes aged 12 to 17 from across the province. The event, running from February 27 to March 7, 2026, emphasizes personal growth, local pride, and teamwork.

Looking Ahead

The first block of competitions concludes on Tuesday, transitioning into a new series of events where Centre-du-Québec will continue to showcase its athletic talent and spirit.