The Greatest Game
Alex Pelaez, 12th
Held between two defining lines Where two groups of young men come to clash The sun, radiating on the damp soil, Wind weaving through the trees. How peaceful this game can be. Three chances to add your part With nine innings to win. The greatest game has held its own throughout time Embedding itself, Branding itself, Into history. You play the game, Competing to win. You must hit a round ball with a round bat, Squarely. Friends with friends, Slowly become family As they hear this simple call, “Play Ball!
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