When I first spoke with Helen Stoumbos last fall, something clicked. She saw the fire behind my next record attempt. I saw her vision for The GOOD Games. We both knew this was more than just another event or record—this was about creating change.
Fast forward to last weekend—The GOOD Games in Calgary. Walking into that space, I felt part of something bigger right away. And honestly, one of the best parts of the entire experience was having my friends and family there to support me. Record attempts can feel pretty lonely sometimes—hours of training, repetition, frustration—but being able to look up and see people who know you best cheering you on in that moment meant everything.
My 14th Guinness World Records attempt was for the Longest Throw Into a Basketball Net. I didn’t hit it—yet. But it wasn’t a miss; it was a launch. The energy from the crowd, the support from the crew—it’s all fuel. Over the next couple of months, I’m dialing in. Training, refining, pushing harder than ever. The record is coming.
And what made the weekend so special wasn’t just my attempt—it was getting to be immersed in everything else that was happening around it.
I had the chance to meet and watch the Freestyle Soccer competition, featuring multiple World Champions and Guinness World Records title holders doing things with a ball that didn’t seem physically possible. This included Andrew Henderson, Isabel, Pat Shaw, and Mathilde.
I met Mike and Melinda and so many of the staff and volunteers who worked tirelessly alongside Helen to make the entire event possible. These are the kinds of people who believe deeply in what sport and play can do for individuals, families, and communities.
I also got to meet QMack, who had literally been MC’ing the NBA All-Stars event in Los Angeles on Friday before flying in to MC The GOOD Games. That level of professionalism combined with genuine passion for what was happening on the floor really elevated the entire experience.
One of the most meaningful parts of the weekend was meeting Zack and Alison from the Calgary Inferno Wheelchair Rugby Team—learning more about their story and getting to watch them compete. It was a powerful reminder that sport isn’t about limitation—it’s about possibility.
I connected with the team from GEORev Hooping and immediately saw the parallels between their approach and my own—using movement as a vehicle for confidence, resilience, and growth. Different tools, same mission.
And in the spirit of trying new things…I played pickleball for the first time ever. I tried hula hooping for the first time ever. I had an absolute blast doing both.
Throughout the weekend, I spoke with families who were blown away by the event—not just by the talent on display, but by the opportunity to try something new. To learn a new skill. To discover a new sport. To step outside of their comfort zone in a space where everyone was welcomed.
Because that’s what stood out the most.
The energy.
No judgment.
No egos.
Just people showing up, trying something new, and being accepted exactly as they were.
The GOOD Games taught me something bigger. This isn’t just about records. It’s about connection. It’s about people like Helen, Mike, Melinda, and the countless volunteers who believe in visions and help make them real. It’s about giving back to others. Including everyone. Celebrating everyone.
It’s about building a world where we push our limits—and we do it together.
