Hi! I’m Tin, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved with Special Olympics 11 years ago and have been part of the LaSalle-Windsor community ever since. Special Olympics has helped me maintain my fitness and stay active. One of my biggest sport achievements has been reaching higher levels of competition in swimming. I stay active …
Timofey Zaitsev
Hi! I’m Timofey, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first joined Special Olympics because I was looking for a meaningful physical activity, and I’ve now been involved for 8 years. Special Olympics provides me with strong social connections and opportunities to grow. One of my biggest achievements was winning silver in competition. Being part of Team Ontario …
Tessa Scates
Hi! I’m Tessa, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved in soccer, and that started my Special Olympics journey 10 years ago. Through Special Olympics, I’ve met new friends and coaches and improved my skills. One of my proudest moments was winning four medals at the Provincial Spring Games. I work at Parks Canada in …
Sydney Paul
Hi! I’m Sydney, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved when my special education teacher in public school introduced me to Special Olympics — and I’ve now been part of it for 12 years. Through Special Olympics, I’ve made lots of friends and grown as an athlete. One of my proudest moments was winning all …
Steve Caban
Hi! I’m Steve, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. My dad helped me get involved in Special Olympics, and I’ve now been part of it for 36 years. Special Olympics has helped me make new friends. One of my proudest moments is being proud to be on Team Ontario. I have previously participated at National or World Games. …
Stephenie Anderson
Hi! I’m Stephenie, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I wanted to find something to do, so I looked on the internet and found Special Olympics. I’ve now been involved for 15 years. Special Olympics has made me stronger as a person. One of my proudest moments was making my third Nationals. Being part of Team Ontario means …
Ryan MacMillan
Hi! I’m Ryan, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I first got involved with Special Olympics when I was named on my swim team at Variety Village, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. One of my proudest moments was when I won my bowling trophy. I am also proud of my medals for …
Ryan MacBean
Hi! I’m Ryan, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. My dad got me involved, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 15 years. Special Olympics has taught me about leadership. One of my proudest moments was getting an award in Chicago. Being part of Team Ontario made me happy to be part of the team. My …
Rose Hewitt
Hi! I’m Rose, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first learned about Special Olympics from my Grade 9 teacher, and I’ve now been involved for 14 years. Special Olympics has made a big difference in my life — especially through staying active and building strength. One of my proudest achievements has been making it to the Canada …
Michael Raytchev
Hi! I’m Michael, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. My parents signed me up, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 21 years. Special Olympics has helped me with my physical and mental health and allowed me to meet new people. One of my proudest moments was being named Athlete of the Year and getting 2nd …

