Amiera Black

Hi! I’m Amiera, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 15 years. Special Olympics has helped grow my swim family and introduced me to so many new friends. I’m excited to share this Team Ontario experience with my favorite coach — my mom. I’m new to my current Special Olympics community …

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 …

Zoe Barnes

Hi! I’m Zoe, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I first got involved through a parents’ program for people who have disabilities and have now been part of Special Olympics for 25 years. Special Olympics has helped me live a healthy and active lifestyle and accomplish many different goals. One of my proudest moments was making Team Canada …

Victoria McDonald

Hi! I’m Victoria, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. A friend invited me out for tryouts, and I made it — and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 11 years. Special Olympics has helped me meet new friends, helped me not be so shy, and shown me there is no judgement. One of my proudest moments …

Tin Nguyen

Hi! I’m Tin, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved with Special Olympics 11 years ago and have been part of the LaSalle-Windsor community ever since. Special Olympics has helped me maintain my fitness and stay active. One of my biggest sport achievements has been reaching higher levels of competition in swimming. I stay active …

Timofey Zaitsev

Hi! I’m Timofey, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first joined Special Olympics because I was looking for a meaningful physical activity, and I’ve now been involved for 8 years. Special Olympics provides me with strong social connections and opportunities to grow. One of my biggest achievements was winning silver in competition. Being part of Team Ontario …

Tessa Scates

Hi! I’m Tessa, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved in soccer, and that started my Special Olympics journey 10 years ago. Through Special Olympics, I’ve met new friends and coaches and improved my skills. One of my proudest moments was winning four medals at the Provincial Spring Games. I work at Parks Canada in …