A crisp August afternoon saw Farmingdale’s municipal center filled with families, local officials, and young basketball hopefuls as the village unveiled a new street sign that would forever bear the brothers’ names.
A Shared Path from Long Island to the National Stage
Dylan and Kayden Mingo first crossed paths on the hardwood at Long Island Lutheran High School, where their complementary talents helped shape a generation of local players. After graduation, Kayden pursued his collegiate career at Penn State while Dylan continued his development at Long Island University, each carving out a distinct yet intertwined trajectory.
Dylan’s standout performances earned him a spot among the nation’s most coveted prospects, culminating in an invitation to the Nike Mamba Invitational and a consensus Top 10 NBA draft projection. Meanwhile, Kayden’s freshman season at Penn State placed him among the team’s top scorers, and he later captured the Gatorade New York Basketball Player of the Year award during his senior year at LuHi.
Ceremony of Recognition
The renaming ceremony was marked by remarks from Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Councilman Anthony Manetta, and Assemblyman Kwani O’Pharrow, who praised the brothers for embodying the virtues of kindness, selflessness, and community service.
In a heartfelt gesture, the Mingos’ family organized a backpack giveaway, partnering with the Farmingdale High School Varsity Leaders Club to distribute school supplies to dozens of students, underscoring their ongoing commitment to uplift local youth.
Gratitude and a Full‑Circle Moment
Both brothers took the opportunity to thank the community, reflecting on the importance of family bonds and the responsibility they feel to serve as role models for the next generation of athletes.
During the event, young players from Farmingdale signed their own basketballs, a symbolic echo of the Mingos’ own journeys and a reminder that their legacy continues to inspire those who watch them play.
The newly christened Dylan Mingo Way and Kayden Mingo Way stand as permanent testaments to a story of perseverance, talent, and giving back, encouraging future athletes to strive for excellence both on the court and in their neighborhoods.