Hi! I’m Ryan, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I first got involved with Special Olympics when I was named on my swim team at Variety Village, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. One of my proudest moments was when I won my bowling trophy. I am also proud of my medals for …
Ryan MacBean
Hi! I’m Ryan, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. My dad got me involved, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 15 years. Special Olympics has taught me about leadership. One of my proudest moments was getting an award in Chicago. Being part of Team Ontario made me happy to be part of the team. My …
Rose Hewitt
Hi! I’m Rose, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first learned about Special Olympics from my Grade 9 teacher, and I’ve now been involved for 14 years. Special Olympics has made a big difference in my life — especially through staying active and building strength. One of my proudest achievements has been making it to the Canada …
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 …
Michael Raytchev
Hi! I’m Michael, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. My parents signed me up, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 21 years. Special Olympics has helped me with my physical and mental health and allowed me to meet new people. One of my proudest moments was being named Athlete of the Year and getting 2nd …
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 …
Mark Haggarty
Hi! I’m Mark, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I’ve been part of Special Olympics for 25 years. I can’t remember exactly how I first got involved, but it’s been a big part of my life ever since. Special Olympics has helped me make friends. One of my proudest moments was earning 3 gold medals at the Waterloo …
Kimberley Pothier
Hi! I’m Kimberley, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I first got involved with my speedskating team heading to a Toronto meet back in 2020, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 5 years. Special Olympics has helped with my confidence and believing in myself more, and I’ve met new friends and members. One of my …
Kevin Beauregard
Hi! I’m Kevin, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. My parents introduced me to Special Olympics in curling, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 15 years. I’ve made many new friends through all the sports I play. One of my proudest moments is attending Nationals for bocce and many Provincial Games for curling and swimming. …
Kayla Marwick
Hi! I’m Kayla, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved because of my mom, and I’ve now been swimming with Special Olympics for 20 years. Swimming has been part of my life for a long time and keeps me active and focused. One of my biggest achievements was going to the Canada Games in 2017 …