Hi! I’m Jacqueline, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Golf. I first got involved through a friend whose son was in Special Olympics, and I’ve now been part of it for 9 years. Special Olympics has helped me meet lots of other parents with kids similar to mine and makes me feel part of a community. One of my …
Harold Lang
Hi! I’m Harold, and I compete in Golf for Team Ontario. I first got involved through my daughter being involved with swimming, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 20 years. Special Olympics has made me more aware of the need to help in any way I can in the sports I’m involved in. I’ve always had the …
Dylan Hillier
Hi! I’m Dylan, and I compete in Golf for Team Ontario. I first got involved in high school and have now been part of Special Olympics for eight years. Special Olympics has helped me become a team leader and support my teammates and others. One of my proudest moments was making a AAA baseball team and making Nationals for golf. …
Dave Kearney
Hi! I’m Dave, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Golf. I first got involved when my men’s curling team was asked to compete against a Special Olympics team to get them ready for competitions. That worked out well, and I was invited to coach. I was then invited to coach golf. Special Olympics has made me cognizant of the …
Carolyn Mulholland
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 …
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 …