Jessica Baglole

Hi! I’m Jessica, and I compete in Tenpin for Team Ontario. I got involved thanks to my mom, dad, and sister. I started when I was 7 years old, and they have supported me all these years. Special Olympics has impacted my life so much. I’ve been to 3 Provincial Games and now 2 National Games and have met so …

JD Coulter

Hi! I’m JD, and I compete in Tenpin for Team Ontario. I first got involved in high school and have now been part of Special Olympics for 15 years. Special Olympics has been fun. One of my proudest moments was Nationals. Being part of Team Ontario means representing Thunder Bay. My advice? Work hard.

Lizzy Foley

Hi! I’m Lizzy, and I compete in Tenpin for Team Ontario. I heard about Special Olympics from a friend and decided to try it out — and I’ve now been involved for 10 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to meet amazing friends and make tons of memories — from my first tournament to my first Provincials and now my …

Donald Jonah

Hi! I’m Donald, and I compete in Tenpin for Team Ontario. I first got involved when a teacher showed me how to bowl in high school, and I’ve stuck with it ever since. I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 25 years. Special Olympics has been pretty good over the years. I’ve met a lot of different people at …

Brody Hill

Hi! I’m Brody, and I compete in Tenpin for Team Ontario. I first got involved by starting in school and have now been part of Special Olympics for 12 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to travel and meet people. One of my proudest moments was getting a bronze in Abu Dhabi and meeting Avril Lavigne. I have participated in …

Brenda Budarick

Hi! I’m Brenda, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Tenpin. I first got involved by starting a bowling program at my bowling center, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 18 years. Special Olympics has brought much joy through helping the athletes. One of my proudest moments is really enjoying working with the athletes on a regular …

Bradley Veraart

Hi! I’m Bradley, and I compete in Tenpin for Team Ontario! I started in 5-pin bowling and have now been involved in Special Olympics for 14 years. Special Olympics has helped me meet lots of good people and build friendships. One of my proudest moments was being named Athlete of the Year for 2022–2023. Being part of Team Ontario is …

Bill Denneny

Hi! I’m Bill, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Tenpin. I first got involved by watching athletes in my community and have now been part of Special Olympics for 12 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to help athletes attend Provincial, National, and World Games. One of my proudest moments was preparing a local athlete to attend World Games. …

Aidan McCandless

Hi! I’m Aidan, and I compete in Tenpin for Team Ontario! I first learned about Special Olympics when a pamphlet came home from school, and I’ve been involved for 12 years. Special Olympics keeps me fit, active, and connected with friends. One of my favourite highlights was winning gold. Being part of Team Ontario makes me feel very proud. My …