Football Hero

Crouched in a three-point stance Coiled like a cobra, ready to strike Knuckles white with clenched anticipation Springing forward with a snap Colliding with violent fury A test of wills A match of strength Irresistable force meets immovable object A clash of titans A battle of behemoths Play after play Game after game Season after season Broken bones, shattered joints Bumps, bruises, and blood Sweat and tears Heart and soul All for the glory of the game To batter through and reach the goal To be the last warrior standing When the final whistle blows To be carried off the field of combat Perched high on padded shoulders By comrades who bled with you Their hero.