As the countdown to the 2025 Special Olympics Ontario Games Polar Plunge continues, community members, athletes, and law enforcement officers are stepping up and diving in to show their support.
Pre-Plunge #4 – Taking the Icy Challenge!
In the fourth Pre-Plunge leading up to the big event, the following brave participants took the leap into icy waters:
Coach Jonathan McDermid
Athlete Donny Tobicoe
Athlete Michael Izzard
OPP Officer Andrew Werle
Their efforts are helping raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics Ontario, ensuring that athletes with intellectual disabilities have access to sport, training, and competition opportunities.
Pre-Plunge #5 – Another Round of Freezing for a Reason!
Not to be outdone, our latest plungers showed their dedication in Pre-Plunge #5:
Devynn Banfil
Coach Garreth Morgan
Coach Jake Jones
Coach Fletcher Adam
Athlete Jacob Potts
Athlete Chloe Santos (cheering on her fellow athletes!)
OPP Officer Andrew Werle
The Polar Plunge returns on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre in Brantford as part of the 2025 Special Olympics Ontario Games.
This annual event is the largest fundraiser supporting the Games coming to Brant County, Brantford and Six Nations, ensuring athletes have the resources and opportunities to compete at their best. The current goal for the fundraiser is set at $50,000.
