Hi! I’m Laura, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Soccer. I first got involved through Shannon and have now been part of Special Olympics for two years. Special Olympics is very rewarding for me. One of my proudest moments was making the coaching staff. I work in long term care. Being part of Team Ontario means I want to …
Kevin Lacelle
Hi! I’m Kevin, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario. I first got involved when my cousin was a head coach and I joined. I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 28 years. Special Olympics has helped me stay in excellent condition with exercise. One of my proudest moments was going to Nationals. I deliver flyers for work. …
Jerome Stickland
Hi! I’m Jerome, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario. My parents were athletes, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. Special Olympics is a good time with friends. One of my proudest moments was winning in Brantford. I work at Montana’s Bar and Grill and go to the gym three times a week. Being …
Jeremy Renton
Hi! I’m Jeremy, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Soccer. I first got involved by coaching sledge hockey for South Coast Special Needs for 18 years and through the Law Enforcement Torch Run. I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 9 years. Special Olympics brings joy and purpose to my life. It gives me another way to give …
Darby Rodgers
Hi! I’m Darby, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario! I’ve been proud to compete at Provincials for soccer, and making it that far was one of my biggest achievements. Being selected for Team Ontario means the absolute world to me — it’s a dream come true. I’m excited to represent my community and compete at Nationals. My advice? …
Dante Williams
Hi! I’m Dante, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario. I first got involved through basketball and have now been part of Special Olympics for six years. One of my proudest moments was competing at Provincials. I work as a cook. I’m not active in other ways within my Special Olympics community. Being part of Team Ontario means a …
Cody Larmand
Hi! I’m Cody, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario! I first got involved because my parents were coaches, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 18 years. Special Olympics has impacted my life in so many positive ways. My proudest moment is finally making it to Nationals with my teammates. I work as a fashion associate …
Chante Perry
Hi! I’m Chante, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario. I first got involved through friends and have now been part of Special Olympics for three years. Special Olympics has helped me make friends. One of my proudest moments was making the Unified MLS soccer team for Toronto FC. I am active in my community as a peer coach. …
Cederique Leclair
Hi! I’m Cederique, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario! I first got involved through high school programming, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. Special Olympics has helped me gain confidence and grow as a person. One of my proudest moments was winning a gold medal at Provincials in Brantford. Being part of Team …
Carole Lewis
Hi! I’m Carole, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Soccer! I first got involved through a friend and have now been part of Special Olympics for 30 years. Special Olympics has given my daughter a safe and inclusive environment to grow and thrive. There isn’t just one proud moment — watching our athletes achieve their goals has been the …

