February 2, 2013

This may easily be one of the most inspirational stories I have ever heard – As a parent of 3 I hope and pray that my kids would show this level of support for one another – Sports aside the bond that these two brothers share is special, its a bond that you typically on see in the movies, and a story that normally requires the minds hollywood to dream –

Here is a brief part of the article from SI Kids, and below is a brief video highlighting the story, and showcasing the kids getting the “SportsKids of the year award” –

“Seven-year-old Cayden is unable to walk or talk on his own, but his nine-year-old brother Conner had an idea that would allow them to participate in sports together. A year and a half ago, they began competing in triathlons together. Conner swims while pulling Cayden in a raft, bikes with his little brother towed behind him in a trailer, and pushes that trailer when they run.

Over the past 18 months, the pair from White House, Tennessee, traveled up and down the East coast to compete in races. Seeing the brothers working together has inspired onlookers, while bringing Conner and Cayden closer than ever. Their amazing determination and spirit is why the Long brothers are the 2012 Sports Illustrated Kids SportsKids of the Year.”