Stefanie Carleton

Hi! I’m Stefanie, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved through my parents, and I’ve been part of Special Olympics for 17 years. The first time I tried Special Olympics, I felt so welcome. The coaches and athletes made me feel included — and they still do. One of my proudest moments was when we …

Ryan Henry

Hi! I’m Ryan, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved by joining a basketball program in Greater Durham, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 21 years. I love sports and being active in competition. One of my biggest achievements was making Provincials, which was a proud moment for me. Being selected for …

Rori Brownley

Hi! I’m Rori, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved when my mom connected with someone in our town who coached Special Olympics, and I’ve now been part of the program for 13 years. Special Olympics has helped me meet many new people and travel to different places. One of my proudest moments was earning …

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 …

Riley Miller

Hi! I’m Riley, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I joined Special Olympics when I turned 16 and started in skiing and softball. It’s been amazing meeting new friends and competing at different levels. One of my proudest moments was going to the Provincial Games in Brantford. Being part of Team Ontario is an incredible opportunity, and I’m …

Kelsey Dow

Hi! I’m Kelsey, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved through family and friends and have now been part of Special Olympics for nine years. Special Olympics has helped me grow personally and develop strong team-building skills. I’ve previously participated at Nationals in Curling. I’m self-employed making knitted items and stay active in my community …

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 …

John Smith

Hi! I’m John, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved through word of mouth, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 28 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to meet new people and try new sports. One of my proudest moments was being part of Team Ontario and going to Nationals for Softball. …

Fred Gates

Hi! I’m Fred, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved through my mom and stepdad, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 27 years. Special Olympics has impacted my life positively in so many ways. One of my proudest moments was winning silver at Nationals in Nova Scotia for Softball. I work as …

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 …