Hi! I’m Nancy, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Tenpin. I first got involved through a friend and have now been part of Special Olympics for 23 years. Special Olympics has helped me meet new people. One of my proudest moments was being a coach at Nationals. I have previously participated in 5 and 10-pin bowling at Nationals. Being …
Lori Savage
Hi! I’m Lori, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Tenpin. I first got involved through the Super Hero Race and have now been part of Special Olympics for 11 years. Special Olympics has given me some of the best times so far in my life. One of my proudest moments is watching our athletes achieve their goals and seeing …
Brenda Budarick
Hi! I’m Brenda, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Tenpin. I first got involved by starting a bowling program at my bowling center, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 18 years. Special Olympics has brought much joy through helping the athletes. One of my proudest moments is really enjoying working with the athletes on a regular …
Bill Denneny
Hi! I’m Bill, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Tenpin. I first got involved by watching athletes in my community and have now been part of Special Olympics for 12 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to help athletes attend Provincial, National, and World Games. One of my proudest moments was preparing a local athlete to attend World Games. …
Sara Padt
Hi! I’m Sara, and I’m proud to be a Swimming Coach with Team Ontario! I first got involved because my mom helped start our first local teams, and I’ve been part of Special Olympics for 9 years. Special Olympics has helped develop my passion, empathy, and leadership skills. Being selected as part of the management staff for Nationals means a …
Rob Saunders
Hi! I’m Rob, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Swimming. I first got involved when a friend asked me to help coach, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 43 years. Special Olympics has shown me not to sweat the small things in life. One of my proudest moments is sharing knowledge in sports. Being part of …
Matthew Krofchick
Hi! I’m Matthew, and I’m proud to represent Team Ontario in Swimming! I first got involved because my cousin was an athlete on the same team I’m still part of today — and I’ve now been involved with Special Olympics for 30 years. Special Olympics was my first coaching experience, and it has played a huge role in shaping my …
Jennifer Black
Hi! I’m Jennifer, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Swimming. I first got involved when my daughter was participating, and I volunteered to help out our team. I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. I have been blessed with so many new friends. The Special Olympians remind me every day of the true joy that can …
Dianne Speed
Hi! I’m Dianne, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Swimming. I first got involved while lifeguarding a swim meet, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 30 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to meet so many friends and learn so much. One of my proudest moments has been watching the athlete grow in the sport. Being …
Deb Weedon
Hi! I’m Deb, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Swimming. My uncle was involved in Special Olympics, and as a young person I would tag along. I’ve now been involved for 15 years. I receive so much joy from these hard-working athletes — they inspire me. One of my proudest moments was getting accepted to coach for Nationals. I …