8541RB Reading for Me Level 4 Part A

Imaginative
The First Rugby Practice
Boots on, mouthguard in;
clear the path for the rugby king.
I’m new here, my talent unseen,
brace yourselves for this tackle
machine.
I won’t be deterred
by the rumours you’ve heard.
Sure, it’s my first practice ever—
might I say, a brand new endeavour.
I know how this game works.
(Sitting in front of the TV has its
perks.)
The Springboks and Wallabies have
displayed
how this game should be played.
Okay, fine, if you insist.
It’s obviously futile to resist.
One ... two ... three ... four ...
my entire body is sore!
Next in line is the scrum,
I have to shove my face next to
AJ’s bum.
You can’t be serious, is this a joke?
What if he farts? I’m going to
choke!
Passing the ball is refreshingly nice,
it’s the catching that comes with a
price.
Dare to miss, down you go,
for fifty burpees in a row.
What do you mean I can’t tackle
Jeff?
Isn’t that why we’re here, you silly
ref?
Fifty push-ups for me? I’m afraid I
have to disagree.
My rugby career was short,
thanks Mr Ref for your lack of
support.
I’m afraid I won’t return for more
excruciating torture you have in
store.
I’m here to play rugby, can’t you
see?
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