I tried soccer when I was ten

And have since vowed never again

I wasn't too quick on my feet

I gave up fast in summer heat

They put me on defensive line

And during practice, I did fine

But when it came time for the game

The field no longer looked the same

They kick the ball towards my face

I shield my head and quickly brace

I've saved myself from getting hurt

Though if I put in more effort

We might have won once in a while

I'm sure that would have made them smile

Instead the team all hated me

For sabotaging constantly

It's not my fault I'd rather loose

Than end up with a scrape or bruise

That's why I prefer poetry

It's safer…at least physically