Cross country runner carries competitor across the finish line.

[In_The_Wind]

High school senior Melanie Bailey was competing in cross country race
She spotted rival Danielle LeNoue lying on the ground, sobbing in pain
Miss LeNoue, who was 800 meters from finish, had torn patella tendon
Instead of running past her, Miss Bailey lifted competitor on to her back
Then carried her over the finish line in an incredible act of compassion
Since the race, the girls have been in contact and are now firm friends

[Adsos Letter]

1. The world could use a bit more of that attitude n/t

[In_The_Wind]

4. Yes indeed. The world would be a better place.

[orleans]

2. "firm friends"

never heard of that term
close friends, best friends, good friends, intimate friends, dear friends

never heard of "firm friends"

anyway--what an absolutely wonderful thing to do for someone.

[In_The_Wind]

5. Melanie said it "was a 'great' way to end her cross-country season."

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2797458/touching-moment-north-dakota-cross-country-runner-carries-competitor-finish-line-badly-injures-leg.html

[RiffRandell]

3. Beautiful.

Great young woman. Her parents and coach should be very proud of her.

[In_The_Wind]

6. I love it when the best side of someone shows.

[rurallib]

7. sportsmanship is more important than the sport.

[In_The_Wind]

10. I was truly impressed by Melanie generous spirit. We need more individuals like her.

[mythology]

8. Both of them should be considered role models

Even being carried like that with a torn patella tendon would be excruciating. Finishing a race with an extra human being on your back like this is also really tough on the thighs.

[In_The_Wind]

9. I agree with you. They were both feeling their combined efforts.

During an interview Melanie revealed that she has decided to become a physical therapist.

[oldandhappy]

11. Beautiful.

Thank you for the post. Appreciate positive stuff!