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Buzzer-Beater

May 24, 2014
By adityachetia BRONZE, Saratoga, California
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Favorite Quote:
&quot;You miss 100% of the shots you don&#039;t take.&quot;<br /> -Wayne Gretzky

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Sprinting, stopping on a dime,
A shooter, he swerves but not in crime.
Leaping, he lets go with flair,
Sending the ball like a dagger in air.

In the stands, thousands turn
Their heads, eyes widen, feelings churn;
The crowd with one question,
Will the sphere sink into its haven?

In it drops as red lights flash;
The buzzer sounds, so ends the clash;
Defeated, one side wailing,
My heart leaps up, my side sailing.


This poem was inspired by and includes the four opening words of William Wordsworth’s poem, “The Rainbow.”

© Jordan M., Lubbock, TX

The author's comments:
Who knows where a traditional poet, like William Wordsworth, will take you? I guess that's why they call him a "classic."
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This article has 3 comments.

Aditya's cousin said...
on Dec. 9 2014 at 8:08 pm
Hi ditti arna! i really like this poem! is that a picture of u playing basketball? oh by the way this is avik. this is by far the best poem i have heard by u because its the only one ive heard. im just gonna say bye now. BYE
mirage said...
on Jun. 28 2014 at 2:28 pm
This poem manages to convey the excitement of a sport even to a person who would never participate in or want to watch it; an understanding of sports consciousness is conveyed along with the verse.
Sue C said...
on May. 28 2014 at 11:34 pm
I love this poem! Way to go Aditya!! :)