Maradona Remembered
From a shanty town birth, Diego Maradona seized
Argentinean glory
His big boned, centered to the ground frame
with an easy flow of speed and grace
slicing the soccer field
flashing by defenders
to goal keepers outstretched and blue
The football, an orb of purpose, set in play
for a maze of goals
like paths to salvation
A blood rush to you and to fans
as drumbeats of skill spurred crowds to their feet.
Ball control specialist
Free kick master
Rose leaves in your hair Diego with each World Cup win
carried aloft by outstretched hands
by cheering waves, a nation's adoration
Till the wicked weight of addiction dimmed your dark eyes
Cocaine dependent - a crushing load.
The turnaround in finding God
unyoking burden
birth to a new self
Nobler
to speak for the poor
to part the curtains of our eyes once more
A hallowed athlete's life
joy and sorrow on two strong legs
that swept the field
that ran through life
a legacy for the ages
celestial placed.
Tribute composed: December 20, 2020
Poetry Contest: Maradona Obituary
Sponsor: Mohan Chutani
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