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 …
Calley Joyce
Hi! I’m Calley, and I coach Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved because my mom is a Special Olympics swim coach — and I’ve now been part of the community for 11 years. Special Olympics has introduced me to so many amazing people and experiences. One of my proudest moments was cheering on and watching my teammates succeed …
Alexa Grant
Hi! I’m Alexa, and I coach swimming for Team Ontario. I was approached by a developmental support worker at a summer camp who knew I swam and thought I would be a perfect fit to join the club. I came to practice and loved it — and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for five years. Special Olympics has …
Robert Drury
Hi! I’m Robert, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Softball! I first got involved when my son became an athlete in 2021, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for four years. Coaching has been an extremely rewarding experience. One of my proudest moments was our team winning a gold medal at the 2025 Provincial Games. I work …
Karen Fortune
Hi! I’m Karen, and I’m proud to be part of Team Ontario in Softball! I first got involved when my son was being teased in regular sports, and Special Olympics became a place where he — and our family — felt welcomed and supported. Special Olympics has given me a completely different outlook, especially seeing athletes succeed and grow. I’m …
Fraser Pauley
Hi! I’m Fraser, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved by volunteering as a skills development coach, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for seven years. Special Olympics has impacted my life in many positive ways and has introduced me to an incredible community. One of my proudest moments has been spending time …