Hi! I’m Nadine, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario! I first started in 5-pin bowling during COVID and have now been involved with Special Olympics for five years. Special Olympics has helped me become more active and involved in my community. One of my proudest moments was making it to Nationals for Figure Skating in 2024 in Calgary. …

Hi! I’m Nehan, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario. I first got involved after my parents convinced me to try swimming, which I ended up being a big fan of. I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to meet new and interesting people. One of my proudest moments was getting …

Hi! I’m Nicole, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario. I first got involved through Sandra and have now been part of Special Olympics for three years. Special Olympics has allowed me to make new friends and have fun. One of my proudest moments was winning gold and getting into Provincials. I volunteered with Special Olympics when I was …

Hi! I’m Richard, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario! I first got involved when I was a young boy, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 40 years. Special Olympics has had a great impact on my life. It has given me opportunities to grow and compete at high levels. One of my proudest achievements was …

Hi! I’m Sydney, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario. My friends told me about Special Olympics swimming, and I’ve now been involved for 12 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to meet new people in new places. One of my proudest moments was getting gold at the Spring Games in 2024. I am active in my community through …

Hi! I’m Tyrina, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario! It all started with Special Olympics bowling, and I’ve now been involved for nine years. Before Special Olympics, I mostly kept to myself — but being involved has helped me grow, meet people, and find confidence. One of my proudest moments is competing in track and field, especially the …

Hi! I’m Brandon, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario! I first got involved when a family friend told me about Special Olympics, and I’ve now been part of the program for 18 years. Through Special Olympics, I’ve made many friends and learned important skills. One of my proudest moments was going to Nationals for Basketball in the past …

Hi! I’m Andria, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario. I first got involved through my coaches and have now been part of Special Olympics for two years. Special Olympics has helped me get exercise. One of my proudest moments is my family and friends. I stay active through friendship. Being part of Team Ontario means “awesome sauce.” My …

Hi! I’m Ashley, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario! I always try hard to be my best, whether I’m bowling or competing in track events. Being part of Team Ontario means so much to me. I haven’t always had the chance to compete at this level, so I’m excited to represent my community at Nationals. My advice? Try …

Hi! I’m Ashley, and I compete in Athletics for Team Ontario! I first got involved when a family friend started Special Olympics swimming, and I’ve now been part of the program for 12 years. Special Olympics has greatly impacted my life and helped me grow in confidence. One of my proudest moments was going to the Special Olympics National Games. …