I am so proud to be sharing that I have joined Mission: Possible for the 2024 motionball Marathon of Sport . This year, on September 14, my Team and I will be taking the field, alongside local Special Olympics athletes for a full day of sports, fun and inclusivity!
Today, I am inviting you to become a part of this amazing day by helping us reach our Team fundraising goal of $1,000. A tax receiptable donation of $20 will make a direct, local impact on Special Olympics athletes, like Ruby.
Ruby first became involved with motionball’s Marathon of Sport 10 years ago, and since then has participated in countless motionball events. This year, Ruby has taken on the role of motionball's Honorary Athlete Ambassador. Read below to learn what being a part of motionball means to Ruby!
“I am so happy to be a part of motionball. I have loved making so many new friends over the years and doing so many exciting things with the motionball team. My favourite part of motionball events is seeing all my friends and meeting all kinds of new people. My favourite sports to play at Marathon of Sport are basketball, soccer and of course... all the dancing!”
While a $1,000 fundraising target is one of our Team goals, Marathon of Sport is about so much more! Through events like this, motionball raises awareness and funds for the Special Olympics movement and allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to connect, build new friendships, celebrate differences and ultimately create more inclusive communities across Canada.
With your help, we can reach our fundraising goal and make a difference in creating a more inclusive Canada! Please consider supporting our Team by making a donation directly to our fundraising page.
Every donation makes a difference.
To learn more about motionball for Special Olympics, please visit them at www.motionball.com
Thank you very much for your support,
Sarah
**All donations over $20 are eligible for an official tax receipt.
Fundraising Totals
I have raised $50 out of my goal of $100
My team has raised $50 out of our goal of $1,000
My Wall Of Awesome
Special Olympics Athletes On My Team
Deeshana
Deeshana participates in Special Olympics track and field. Deeshana’s proudest Special Olympics memory is winning 6 medals at the Provincial games. Outside of Special Olympics, Deeshana volunteers at the local hospital. Deeshana loves participating with the athletes at motionball events.
Troy
Troy participates in Special Olympics track, golf and alpine skiing. Troy’s proudest Special Olympics memory is traveling to China in 2007 to be a part of the final leg torch run for the 2007 World Summer Games. Outside of Special Olympics, Troy likes to relax at the cottage, go swimming and kayaking and go for bike rides. Troy loves meeting new people and telling them about Special Olympics at motionball events.
Gohlun
Gohulan participates in Special Olympics soccer, bowling, track and kayaking, Gohulan’s proudest Special Olympics memory is Representing canada for NBA cares. Steve Nash and Yao Ming were his coaches. Stephen Curry signed his jersey and cheered for the Special Olympics Unified team. Gohulan got to watch all the NBA all star games in Toronto before Kobe Bryant and Tim Duncan retired. In April 2018, Gohulan and Penny Oleksiak got inducted into the Toronto sports Hall of Honour and he was awarded Special Olympics athlete of the year. He also won the NIRSA championship series at the National basketball championship in Columbus Ohio. He tied for 2nd place for draining 18 three pointers. Outside of Special Olympics Gohulan likes to cook healthy meals, listen to songs, watch movies and sports, read comic books, swim and play sports. Gohluan loves hanging out and socializing with his Special Olympics friends and making new friends at motionball events.
Matthew
Matthew participates in Special Olympics powerlifting, basketball, baseball, track and field and swimming. Matthew’s happiest Special Olympics memory is being nominated for a Provincial competition for powerlifting and meeting a ton of athletes and becoming friends with everyone. Outside of the Special Olympics, Matthew works for the Blue Jays selling 50/50 tickets. Matthew loves cars and everything about phones and computers. Motionball is an important part of Matthew’s life. He loves making new friends and introducing new teams to motionball
