Hi! I’m Jeremy, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Soccer. I first got involved by coaching sledge hockey for South Coast Special Needs for 18 years and through the Law Enforcement Torch Run. I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 9 years. Special Olympics brings joy and purpose to my life. It gives me another way to give …
Darby Rodgers
Hi! I’m Darby, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario! I’ve been proud to compete at Provincials for soccer, and making it that far was one of my biggest achievements. Being selected for Team Ontario means the absolute world to me — it’s a dream come true. I’m excited to represent my community and compete at Nationals. My advice? …
Dante Williams
Hi! I’m Dante, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario. I first got involved through basketball and have now been part of Special Olympics for six years. One of my proudest moments was competing at Provincials. I work as a cook. I’m not active in other ways within my Special Olympics community. Being part of Team Ontario means a …
Cody Larmand
Hi! I’m Cody, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario! I first got involved because my parents were coaches, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 18 years. Special Olympics has impacted my life in so many positive ways. My proudest moment is finally making it to Nationals with my teammates. I work as a fashion associate …
Chante Perry
Hi! I’m Chante, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario. I first got involved through friends and have now been part of Special Olympics for three years. Special Olympics has helped me make friends. One of my proudest moments was making the Unified MLS soccer team for Toronto FC. I am active in my community as a peer coach. …
Cederique Leclair
Hi! I’m Cederique, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario! I first got involved through high school programming, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. Special Olympics has helped me gain confidence and grow as a person. One of my proudest moments was winning a gold medal at Provincials in Brantford. Being part of Team …
Arien Vancurrick
Hi! I’m Arien, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario. I first got involved in high school and have now been part of Special Olympics for two years. Special Olympics has helped me learn to trust and enjoy sports. One of my proudest moments was scoring the last goal to qualify for Nationals. I work as a dishwasher at …
Alisha Windsor
Hi! I’m Alisha, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario. I first got involved after being told about the program from a worker, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. Special Olympics has made me feel included. It has allowed me to travel and make new friends. One of my biggest sport achievements was representing …
Abbi Miller
Hi! I’m Abbi, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario. I first got involved through my teacher, who is now my coach, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for six years. Special Olympics has helped me meet so many great friends. I love to play lots of different sports, and I am very competitive. I always try …
Yanhong Dewan
Hi! I’m Yanhong, and I compete in Rhythmic Gymnastics for Team Ontario! I first got involved in Grade 5 at Sacred Heart School, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 20 years. Special Olympics keeps me busy and active, and I’ve built many friendships along the way. One of my proudest moments was going to Thunder Bay for …

