Ryan MacNeil

How many years have you been involved with Special Olympics?

I have been an athlete with Special Olympics for 4 years and 9 months.

Why did you first get involved with Special Olympics and how has it changed your life?

I got involved as a friend invited me to join. It has helped me to become more active and I enjoy participating in Special Olympics Sports!

What is a challenge or barrier that you have overcome?

A challenge I have overcome is becoming more social by meeting new people!

What other sports do you participate in?

I also participate in Basketball, Bowling and Softball.

What has participating in Special Olympics taught you?

I learned how to play different sports & how to use different strategies for playing these sports.

What are you most looking forward to at the 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games?

I am most looking forward to being amongst other Special Olympics athletes.

What is your favourite Special Olympics moment?

My favourite Special Olympics moments was competing at the Special Olympics Provincial Summer Games in 2022 in Antigonish, NS as part of the Team PEI Basketball and winning a Gold Medal!

What does being a part of Team PEI 2026 mean to you?

Being able to support my Special Olympics friends including the Coaches & Volunteers. Thank you for this opportunity!