A Poem/Message written by football coach Chris Hodgson, something that all of us adults would do well to take notice of.

Not Adults Yet

They stand on a field,

Their hearts beating fast

The whistle has blown,

The die has been cast

Mum and Dad can't help,

They stand all alone,

A goal at this moment

Would send the team home.

The ball nears their feet

They kick and it misses;

There's a moan from the crowd,

Some boos and some hisses.

A thoughtless voice cries out

'Take off the bum'

Tears fill in their eyes,

It's no longer fun.

If you're ever tempted

To shout or to moan

Remember, it's a CHILD

Who stands out there alone?

So open your heart

And give them a break,

It's moments like this

A player you make.

Keep this in mind

When others forget

They're only YOUNG CHILDREN.