The Long Shot

What could you accomplish if you believed you could?

This beautiful poem tells the story of Benbang, a horse whose doctors questioned if she would ever be able to race. But when she finally gets her opportunity, the filly only has one goal in mind: to prove she belongs.

Inspired by true events, The Long Shot inspires others to follow their dreams no matter what obstacles stand in their way.

Author Chris Carpenter penned the original poem the night before Benbang's race at Saratoga. At the time...