Hi! I’m Carolyn, and I’m proud to be part of Team Ontario in Golf! I first got involved when my son was part of Community Living and they suggested Special Olympics — and it’s been part of my life for 15 years. Special Olympics has given me the confidence to step outside my comfort zone and be part of something …
Wayne McKeown
Hi! I’m Wayne, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved through my support worker and have now been part of Special Olympics for five years. Through Special Olympics, I’ve made new friends and improved my skills. My biggest achievement so far has been making it to Provincials. I help out with fundraising and even participated …
Vincent Croteau
Hi! I’m Vincent, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved when I came to live with my sister, who is a coach — and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 15 years. Special Olympics has helped me make new friends and get involved in many activities. One of my proudest moments was winning …
Tammi Doogan
Hi! I’m Tammi, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first joined Special Olympics in Stratford and have now been involved for 25 years. Special Olympics has impacted my life by helping me grow and be part of something meaningful. Bocce and bowling are my favourite sports, and I’m proud of how far I’ve come. Being part of …
Sohrab Amini Vadeghani
Hi! I’m Sohrab, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved as a volunteer at a basketball game, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for one year. Through Special Olympics, I’ve learned a lot and enjoyed supporting athletes. One of my proudest moments was when the athlete I was assisting won gold — that …
Sheila Hainsworth
Hi! I’m Sheila, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Bocce! I joined the Milton Special Olympics Facebook group and quickly became involved — I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for six years. After volunteering with golf, I saw firsthand the impact of the program and became even more committed. One of my proudest moments as a coach has …
Sarah Dereski
Hi! I’m Sarah, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Bocce! I was introduced to Special Olympics 12 years ago through the Law Enforcement Torch Run. Coaching in Special Olympics has become so much more than just teaching sport — it’s about learning from athletes and building community. One of my proudest moments has been watching athletes grow and succeed …
Robert Hawley
Hi! I’m Robert, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved when a coach from Special Olympics Brampton gymnastics introduced me to the program. Special Olympics has given me the opportunity to get involved in the community and stay active. One of my proudest achievements was making it to Provincials and then qualifying further. Being part …
Renee Valade
Hi! I’m Renee, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved in Special Olympics when I started swimming at nine years old, and I’ve now been part of the movement for 25 years. I love sports, and Special Olympics has helped keep me active while building friendships along the way. One of my proudest moments was …
Ray Tomlinson
Hi! I’m Ray, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved through my friends, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 15 years. Special Olympics has helped me meet new friends and stay active. One of my proudest moments was going to Corner Brook, Newfoundland for skiing at Nationals — that was an incredible …

