Langley Karate Star Getting Set for National Championships

Langley's Saanvi Lad is this week's Athlete of the Week. (Submitted)

By Marcus Fitzgerald

Posted February 13, 2025 7:09 pm.

Last Updated February 13, 2025 7:13 pm.

This week, 1130 NewsRadio caught up with Langley’s Saanvi Lad to talk the art of karate and competing on the big stage.

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