>The Blues: a poem by pete marshall
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The Blues
by pete marshall
Into the valley rode the 600
carrying the hope of all who came.
Blues would swirl on banners high,
drums would pound to beat their name.
Whistles blew as cries were heard
midst screams of man, their thumping hooves.
Flesh would sweat ‘mongst blood & dirt,
defiant yells the charge let loose.
Tender years too young for war,
fought as one despite their pain.
With gritted teeth they battled on
to take the prize and win the game?
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Those of you who know me on twitter, @petemarshall1, will be aware that I manage an under 10’s soccer team. This Sunday, a win will see them win the league.
Today’s poem, The Blues, is for them, who have fought so hard this season and are on the brink of winning their first ever trophy.
This poem is also for One Shot Wednesday, part of One Stop Poetry, which opens tonight at 10pm, UK time (5pm EST). If you love poetry, whether reading or writing then stop by and take a look.
image courtesy creative commons flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/syder/
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April 19, 2011 at 2:57 pm
>love your ballad stanzas and tales to tell. but then perchance I'd be partial to that ABCB thing 🙂 great job, friend PeteMonty / bummy
April 19, 2011 at 3:03 pm
>what a great tribute to a wonderful team:) and Bravo to you for taking time to give into the kids lives, way to go 😉
April 19, 2011 at 5:11 pm
>A wonderful poem, Pete, and I am so happy your team is doing well.
April 19, 2011 at 6:47 pm
>oh – hopefully they make it and ..take the prize and win the game… all the best for the team pete and what fantastic tribute to those kids…they must be proud to have a trainer like you
April 19, 2011 at 7:00 pm
>I really want to don a kilt and shout freedom! You make it sound like more than just a game, bringing the passion and heat and the hope for glory into this little ditty. Nice one Pete, and good luck 😉
April 19, 2011 at 7:28 pm
>Great poem, they're fortunate to have such an inspirational coach. Best of luck to them on the match.
April 19, 2011 at 7:52 pm
>A trophy you deserve too, for writing so from your heart, Peter.
April 19, 2011 at 10:38 pm
>Nice – thoroughly enjoyed reading this – thank you for sharing
April 19, 2011 at 10:58 pm
>here's to the team winning!
April 19, 2011 at 11:36 pm
>I bet you do great things with and for those under-10s soccer kids. Making a real difference, way to go!!
April 19, 2011 at 11:51 pm
>nice poem, coach!
April 20, 2011 at 12:04 am
>Great poem, made me smile. It reminds me of my sons who coach and grandchildren who play soccer. Good luck!
April 20, 2011 at 12:18 am
>A great tribute to a team of young ones! Fantastic idea!
April 20, 2011 at 12:56 am
>Well, here's to their great win! How wonderful for you and the team.
April 20, 2011 at 1:20 am
>Nice- here's to the team 🙂
April 20, 2011 at 2:25 am
>I think everyone else got here early. I love your work. Each piece a sparkling jewel set in rhyme and motion and carved out with emotion and truth. Another to honor the team you love and the passion you have. Well done, our Pete!
April 20, 2011 at 3:20 am
>ah….a Tennyson fan ?here's to your lil charge of the light brigade…
April 20, 2011 at 11:45 am
>Nicely done Pete, your words flow smoothly.Anita.
April 20, 2011 at 12:03 pm
>Great Poem, sent strong imagery of children scrabbling and playing out on the filed, while the parents & friends shouted and cheered them on. Misty eyed thinking back to when my boys played now they are way past ten. Good tribute to them and good luck for the win.joanny
April 20, 2011 at 3:02 pm
>Great poem and tribute to your team. And thank you for supporting kids. Best of luck at the game!
April 20, 2011 at 5:08 pm
>Neat!
April 20, 2011 at 5:21 pm
>Brought back memories of my kids playing soccer with intensity and grit.
April 20, 2011 at 6:09 pm
>This made me nostalgic, Pete, for I played soccer when I was in school! Glad to see your team do well, good job coaching 🙂My Post Is Here
April 20, 2011 at 10:55 pm
>Hey, good luck! you (or someone) should read this to the team before the game.
April 20, 2011 at 11:16 pm
>Fun spin-off from the classic! 🙂
April 21, 2011 at 2:22 am
>Tennyson has always been a favorite. You've captured his passion, I love this!
April 21, 2011 at 2:51 am
>Fitting tribute…good luck on Sunday 🙂
April 21, 2011 at 3:54 am
>Your lines never fail–the rhythm never misses. The heart is always constant, indeed. What a wonderful tale about youth this poem is! Racing to win is a gift of youth, winning would be a crown. Thanks!
April 21, 2011 at 2:53 pm
>Such a strong structure to emphasize the heart-breaking subject, which your choice of picture really brings full circle.
April 22, 2011 at 2:13 am
>great job on the poem and in coaching! fingers crossed for the team.
April 26, 2011 at 8:35 pm
>they won 3-1…CHAMPIONS