One Passion, One Dream
In the morning, I wake up before the game.
I can already hear the fans cheering my name.
I feel that intense beating in my heart
And I know it is time for #46 to do his part.
Every single heartbeat pulses like seconds on the clock
Stirring my mind and body to get ready for the block.
The impending battle is about to begin
Time to focus on how to win.
I remind myself that fear is not an option, not today.
I’m here to play, I’m here to stay.
So, with piercing eyes, I look across that line
To let my opponent know that this day is mine.
With a swift swoosh of the football, I make the snap
And it lands perfectly in the hands of my quarterback.
While I block my defender with all my might,
the quarterback hands off the ball and I continue the fight.
Down the field, #9 carries the ball
Into the end zone, it is a 6 point victory for all.
I have won this round, but the game continues.
I have to work hard, I just can’t lose.
Today is not the day I will let down my band of brothers.
I will protect them like no others.
Today is not the day I will not let down my coach.
I will not allow the defense to encroach.
Today is not the day I will let down myself.
If I don’t do this for me, then there is no one else.
Today is the day I will live my passion, my dream.
GA Giants, that’s my team!
by Nico Russolillo
