Sports Illustrated has named Conner and Cayden Long the 2012 SportsKids of the Year for their inspiring triathlon performances. 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 the two to participate in sports together.

Conner pulls his brother with amazing determination letting him ride in a raft or cart, as the experience bringing them closer together with every race.

(WATCH the video below, or READ the story from Sports Illustrated)