Hi! I’m Logan, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Golf. I first got involved through coaching golf and the Law Enforcement Torch Run, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. Special Olympics has given me great memories and lifetime friendships. One of my proudest moments has been helping coach golf. I stay active through LETR …
Christina Craig
Hi! I’m Christina, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Golf. I thought I was volunteering for one afternoon of curling — and 13 years later, I’m now a coach for curling and golf and still going strong. Special Olympics has impacted my life for the better — the athletes inspire me every day. One of my proudest moments has …
Chad Wilson
Hi! I’m Chad, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Golf. I first got involved by starting to coach basketball and bowling, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 26 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to meet and connect with a great group of individuals from across the province. One of my proudest moments was being asked …
Sheila Hainsworth
Hi! I’m Sheila, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Bocce! I joined the Milton Special Olympics Facebook group and quickly became involved — I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for six years. After volunteering with golf, I saw firsthand the impact of the program and became even more committed. One of my proudest moments as a coach has …
Sarah Dereski
Hi! I’m Sarah, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Bocce! I was introduced to Special Olympics 12 years ago through the Law Enforcement Torch Run. Coaching in Special Olympics has become so much more than just teaching sport — it’s about learning from athletes and building community. One of my proudest moments has been watching athletes grow and succeed …
Robert Hawley
Hi! I’m Robert, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved when a coach from Special Olympics Brampton gymnastics introduced me to the program. Special Olympics has given me the opportunity to get involved in the community and stay active. One of my proudest achievements was making it to Provincials and then qualifying further. Being part …
Catherine Croteau
Hi! I’m Catherine, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I got involved by offering my professional services, and it grew into 19 years with Special Olympics. Special Olympics has broadened my life in meaningful ways. One of my proudest memories was at Provincials last year, watching athletes succeed through hard work. I’ve coached many sports over the years …
Alex Weick
Hi! I’m Alex, and I compete in Bocce for Team Ontario! I first got involved when my son Justin was 10 years old and there were limited opportunities — that’s how our Special Olympics journey began. For 15 years, Special Olympics has helped shape my life. It has made me a better person and taught me perseverance. One of my …
Jackie Norman
Hi! I’m Jackie, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Basketball! Volunteering with Special Olympics was on my bucket list after I retired from teaching, and I’ve now been involved for four years. Special Olympics has introduced me to many new friends, and volunteering has been incredibly rewarding. One of my proudest moments was winning gold at Ontario Provincials in …
Gino Vettor
Hi! I’m Gino, and I compete in Basketball for Team Ontario! I first got involved as a translator while helping someone sign up — and that led to 16 years with Special Olympics. Before Special Olympics, my family felt very alone. Now, we’re part of something bigger. One of my proudest moments was winning our first gold medal at Provincials …