The Athlete's Denial

The Athlete’s Denial By Elton Camp Bulging biceps and great power Made Jock the man of the hour As a model of good sportsmanship, Recognition sent him on an ego trip Long-standing records broke right & left Made easier by his impressive heft But meddlers wouldn’t let it be “This looks very suspicious to me” Accusers arose to testify he did it In fear, they conspired and hid it At least that is what they all say Jock claims it wasn’t that way “Why such drugs I’d never use. It’s to be liars those guys choose. Jealousy since I’m better than they Now the league won’t let me play.” “If an asterisk is put by my name My records won’t seem the same.” The truth of the matter I don’t know But find it rather disturbing, though