These siblings epitomize brotherly love.
Cayden Long, 9, has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair. His family was accustomed to driving almost an hour away to use a playground he could access, Good Morning America reported.
Big brother Conner, 10, wasn't shy speaking out about the injustice. He voiced his opinions on a panel hosted by Miracle Recreation, a company that builds commercial playground equipment, mentioning how hard it was to find a playground that he and Cayden could both play on together.
His brave and honest words prompted a response. Miracle Recreation agreed to build a wheelchair-friendly playground in White House, Tenn., where the Long family resides.
The grounds, which officially opened earlier this month, is inclusive for all children wishing to have fun, regardless of physical disability. According to the brothers' community Facebook page, Conner named the playground A Roll Around the Park, in honor of Cayden.
This isn't the Long brothers' first time in the spotlight. Conner was initially invited to attend the Miracle Recreation panel because of his heartwarming efforts to include Cayden in the triathlons he competes in. The duo has never placed in the competitions, according to The Tennessean, but that doesn't matter. Conner guides his younger brother in the grueling contests, regardless -- Cayden rides on a trailer on land, and in a raft during the swimming portions.
"It’s not always about winning," Conner told the outlet. "It’s about having fun and crossing the finish line, and Cayden and I love to do it together."
The brothers' touching story of triumph inspired others from coast to coast, including NBA star LeBron James.
Conner and Cayden were Sports Illustrated Kids' 2012 SportsKids of the Year. You can learn more about their story and watch the brothers' beautiful acceptance speech below:
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