Hi! I’m Amber, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I started in high school around 2010, and I’ve now been involved for 15 years. Special Olympics has been part of my life through watching it on TV and being inspired by my family. One of my proudest moments was winning a gold medal at Provincials. Being part of …
Amber Bell
Hi! I’m Amber, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved in the year 2000 when my friend Darlene encouraged me to try Special Olympics — and I’ve now been part of it for 25 years. Special Olympics gave me the chance to experience sports in a way I never did as a child. I’ve competed …
Allyson Parkes
Hi! I’m Allyson, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first joined a Special Olympics swimming program in Ottawa, and I’ve now been involved for 32 years. Special Olympics has introduced me to so many incredible athletes and volunteers. One of my proudest achievements was winning gold in Bocce at the National Games in Sudbury in 1998. I’ve …
Alex Weick
Hi! I’m Alex, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved when my son Justin was 10 years old and there were limited opportunities — that’s how our Special Olympics journey began. For 15 years, Special Olympics has helped shape my life. It has made me a better person and taught me perseverance. One of my …
Taylor Redmond
Hi! I’m Taylor, and I compete in Basketball for Team Ontario! I first got involved when a police officer encouraged me to join, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 25 years. Special Olympics has helped me feel more confident and connected. One of my biggest achievements was winning Provincials at Laurier and qualifying for Nationals. I’ve also …
Sheldon Riley
Hi! I’m Sheldon, and I’m proud to represent Team Ontario in Basketball. I first got involved when my gym teacher in elementary school told me about Special Olympics basketball — and I’ve been in it ever since. Special Olympics has impacted my life in a big way, especially by giving me the chance to travel to different places. One of …
Shayne Beaver
Hi! I’m Shayne, and I compete in Basketball for Team Ontario! I first got involved through school programs and have now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. Special Olympics has helped me make many friends from different schools and communities. One of my proudest moments has been participating in tournaments and competing with my team. I work at …
Morgan Fay
Hi! I’m Morgan, and I compete in Basketball for Team Ontario! I first got involved when another Special Olympics athlete told me about the program, and I’ve now been part of it for 22 years. Special Olympics has made me more comfortable and confident. One of my proudest achievements was competing at the 2018 National Games in Nova Scotia for …
Letisha Fay
Hi! I’m Letisha, and I compete in Basketball for Team Ontario! My brother started in Special Olympics first, and I joined five years later — now I’ve been involved for 17 years. Special Olympics has helped me make lots of friends and be part of a strong team. One of my proudest moments was winning gold at the 2024 Provincial …
Jennifer Allen
Hi! I’m Jennifer, and I compete in Basketball for Team Ontario! I first got involved through my high school, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 23 years. Special Olympics has helped me become less shy and make lots of friends. One of my biggest achievements was winning a gold medal for bowling at the World Games in …