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Soccer brings out his passion and his finest game
Dedicating hours of practice kindles a bright flame
This teenage midfielder plays with his all
Bringing grit and determination as his call
Displaying intensity and hustle to define
Upsetting the opponent’s ability to shine
He warrants a special nickname from a loyal fan
Watching how he disrupts the other team’s plans
His play reminds eager fans of a buzz saw in motion
Working at high speed with feet creating commotion
Cutting through the challenger’s attack lines
Relentlessly shadowing the action he finds
Providing a link between the defense and the attack
Passing accurately to his teammates, right on track
Saturating play explodes like lightning and thunder
Resembling a buzz saw, rendering others to wonder
A midfielder never finds any moments to take a rest
Running constantly, his physicality passes the test
Remaining humble about his dynamic play
Supporting his teammates each match day
He understands his intended mission on the field
Flashing buzz saw quickness becomes his shield
A 13-year old grandson plays soccer for a traveling team at a very competitive and demanding level. This poem is dedicated to his unselfish, courageous, and inspiring play.
If you want to enjoy more sports-themed poems about my grandchildren from previously published posts, check out the links shown below.
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i am not a heavy fan but I love my Italian Juventus.
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Great Pat! Football (soccer) is a huge sport around the world.
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I understand. Grandchildren played when in school. The girls teams were stronger here. lol Boys liiked our kind of football better.:)
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Thanks for reading and sharing some thoughts. I coached high school athletics for 30 years.
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Wow.:)
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I am massive fan of soccer, little did I know the game could be turned into something as beautiful as a poem like this. Has to be one of my favorites! – Cezane
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Cezane, I always appreciate hearing from you. I have become a soccer fan as well. I enjoyed honoring my grandson with the poem, and I am pleased that a true fan such as yourself understands the meaning so well.
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