For Keshawn Igbinosun and Rémi Ouellette it was a summer of growth and experience as they both competed in major competitions. 

Igbinosun represented Canada at the 2025 International University Sports Federation (FISU) Summer World University Games in Rhine-Ruhr, Germany which ran from July 16 to 27. Conversely, Ouellette competed at both the 2025 Canadian Track and Field Championships in Ottawa, Ont., from July 30 to Aug. 3 and the 2025 Canada Summer Games in St. John's, Nfld., from Aug, 8-25. 

"Having the chance to be a part of something like this is something that I will always be grateful for," Igbinosun said. "Making a national team has always been a goal in the back of my head and with it becoming a reality there was a wave of uncertainty within me, but with the continuous support of my family, coaches and peers I was able to find a sense of confidence and belonging while there. When I struggled to believe in myself, I believed in my support system that believed in me." 

The native of Scarborough, Ont., placed sixth in the 400-metre relay with Benjamin Tilson (Windsor Lancers), David Moulongou (Ottawa Gee-Gees) and Joshua Duckman (Western Mustangs) with a time of three minutes, nine seconds and 15 milliseconds. In their individual heat, they placed third, crossing the finish line in 3:08.10. 

In the 400m race, Igbinosun who studies Teacher Education at Brock, set a personal best with a finish of 47.75. 

"Keshawn is one of the hardest working athletes I know," said Brock track and field head coach Jonathan Younker. "He's incredibly dedicated and focused, and you saw all of that come together at the FISU Games. To run a personal best on that world stage is something special, and it's a moment he absolutely earned through all his hard work." 

In two Canadian-based competitions, Ouellette made his mark.  

"This season has been nothing short of extraordinary," Ouellette said. "Through unwavering commitment and relentless pursuit of my goals, I was able to break two Canadian records (shot put and discus) and proudly earn a total of four medals (two at national championships and two at Canada Games) on both national stages." 

The Sport Management major, set the Canadian record in the F41 discus, throwing 24.95m at the Canadian Track and Field Championships that wrapped up Aug. 3.  

On top of that, Ouellette earned bronze medals in the men's discus para ambulatory event and men's shot out para ambulatory event at the Championships. 

In his second Canada Games appearance with Team New Brunswick, Ouellette made it count, earning a silver medal in the men's para discus with 279 points and a bronze in the men's para shot put with 356 points. 

"One thing that many don't realize is that at the Canada Games, they put all para categories together, which makes finishing with a podium harder than at other national championships," Ouellette said. "This means coming out of this season with two podium finishes in both events gave me a feeling of reassurance that I belong with the top and that I earned it." 

Younker reflected on how Ouellette has grown and progressed.  

"Rémi is one of those athletes who doesn't shy away from the spotlight," he said. "Breaking this national record isn't just about talent; it's a direct result of his ability to really step up when it counts." 

Both athletes have a lot to be proud of as they get ready for another season with the Brock men's track and field team and are coming off a year in which they both medalled at the provincial championships.