Posted: 1/15/03

Parenteau trains at Karoyli's Ranch

Kiki Parenteau, a 9-year-old third-grader at Forest View Elementary, had the opportunity to train at Bela Karoyliís Ranch in Houston, TX, Dec. 7-11, 2002. She trained under the guidance of USA Gymnastics National Staff, such as, Muriel Grossfield, Tammy Biggs and more. Parenteau, who trains at Flyaways Gymnastics Training Center in Forest Lake, accomplished this by competing in the USA Gymnastics T.O.P. (Talented Opportunity Program) for gymnasts between the ages of 9-11. This program bridges the gap between the Junior Olympic program and the Elite Program. Above, Parenteau is pictured with Courtney Kupets, a USA National Team member and the 2002 World Champion on the uneven bars.

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