Celebrating our Members
2023-2024 PEI Mutual Insurance Company Athletes of the Year (2)
Nominees: Rolanda Bridges, Tommy Ling, Ellen MacNearney, Callum McEwan, Logan Robbins, Keegan Waite
WINNERS
Rolanda Bridges
Rolanda has been with Special Olympics for 16 years, participating in 5-Pin bowling and Bocce. She is passionate and takes her sports seriously. Rolanda did extremely well at National games winning 2 silver medals; one team and one individual! She is showing years of growth in her skills and how she deals with her emotions. Rolanda has overcome a lot in recent years, and is a true example of success from a lot of hard work and determination.
Logan Robbins
Logan had another amazing year in his favorite SO sports: Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Speed Skating, and Wellness programs. Logan has matured throughout his time in Special Olympics, and is the first youth program graduate to progress to National Competition. At the 2024 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games he won 4 medals, and achieved 3 personal bests, all while cheering on athletes from other provinces.
2023-2024 Maritime Electric Coaches of the Year (2)
Nominees: Mel Demy, Lynda Hontscharowicz, Kathleen MacNearney, Dave Morrow, Larry Robbins, Cindy Stavert
WINNERS
Kathleen MacNearney
Kathleen became involved in coaching with Special Olympics because of her daughter, Ellen's involvement. Kathleen brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role of Head Coach for the sport of Cross Country Ski. She is always willing to take more coach education and training to ensure she is prepared for her athletes. She is very patient, has a fun personality, and knows how to get the best out of her athletes.
Dave Morrow
Dave currently volunteers with the Gala Committee, 5-Pin Bowling, and Major Fundraising events. What started as helping out a family connection, turned into a passion for the Movement. Being Head Coach for Team PEI 2024's 5-Pin Bowling team has been a highlight of Dave's time with Special Olympics PEI.
Additional 2023-2024 Award Winners
Department of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture Sport Volunteer of the Year Award - Fran Gillis
Dr. Frank Hayden Award - Charles Beaulieu
Chris MacPherson Spirit Award presented by ADL - James O'Halloran
President’s Award - PEI School Athletics Association
Facility of the Year - Atlantic Police Academy
David Andrew Memorial Award - Tracey & Mike Demeulenaere
Volunteer Pins
Volunteers who have contributed 5, 10, 15, and 20, years of service to the Special Olympics movement are also honoured:
5 Years - Haley MacDonald, Clifford Lee, George Charchuk, Louis Shea, and Matthew McNally
10 Years - Craig Watson, Laurie McNally, and Stella Carragher
15 Years - Jamie Arsenault
20 Years - Donna Campbell, Michele Chapman, and Marina Fay
2024 Rising Star Coach of the Year - Morgan Jardine
2021 Rob Plunkett Law Enforcement Torch Run Award - Roger Steadman
2019 Dr. Frank Hayden Lifetime Achievement Award - Tommy MacGuigan
2018 SOC Female Athlete of the Year - Ellen MacNearney
2017 Frank Selke Fundraising Volunteer of the Year - Sue Skeffington
2015 SOC Female Coach of the Year - Ann Kilby
2013 SOC Female Athlete of the Year - Ellen MacNearney
2012 SOC Team of the Year - Team PEI Curling Team
2011 SOC Female Athlete of the Year - Alyssa Chapman
2011 SOC Team of the Year - PEI Jays Softball Team
2008 Jim Thompson Award - Peter Howatt
2005 SOC Team of the Year - PEI Stars Floor Hockey Team
2004 SOC Team of the Year - Paul Phillips Rink
2002 Jim Thompson Award - Cecil Villard
2000 SOC Female Athlete of the Year - Suzie Smith