Meet Blair Bastien: Embracing Sportsmanship and Friendship in Special Olympics

Meet Blair Bastien, a hard-working athlete from Peterborough/Northumberland community who has been involved in Special Olympics for nine years. She participates in several sports including athletics, basketball, bocce, floor hockey, snowshoeing, soccer, and softball.   Blair looks forward to competing and making friends in Special Olympics. She says that the program means everything to her as it allows her to participate …

Jennifer Allen: 21 Years of Special Olympics Excellence in Guelph Wellington

Meet Jennifer Allen, a superstar athlete from Guelph Wellington who has been involved with Special Olympics for an impressive 21 years! Jennifer participates in a variety of sports including 10-Pin Bowling, Athletics, Basketball, Floor Hockey, and Softball.   To Jennifer, Special Olympics means being able to compete in sports to the best of her ability without being judged. Her best memory …

Meet Dashawn Williams: A Rising Star in Brampton’s Special Olympics Community

Meet Dashawn Williams, a passionate athlete from Brampton who has been involved with Special Olympics for four years. Dashawn participates in Athletics, Basketball, and Soccer. His favourite thing about Special Olympics is seeing his friends and representing his country in his favourite sports.   His best Special Olympics memory was being announced to Team Canada and being presented at the Gala, …