Six Nations 2018

So as ye all take to the pubs, 
And gather round TVs in clubs;
Jostle for spots and shoulders rub:
Six Nations is upon us! 
Feast on this,  oh tasty grub, 
Who'll take this seasons honours? 

With all the pressure, who will cope? 
We'll stand and cheer we all hope, 
That victory is within our scope;
For each and everyone. 
But who will push the envelope, 
To become the champions? 

Ireland fancied within fair shout, 
But never rule the Dragon out! 
Scotland too are thereabouts. 
If France turn up, be vital, 
Italy do they have the clout, 
Or England to retain the title? 

Whatever country, assured one thing. 
Together with pride we'll all sing, 
Around each fortress Anthems ring, 
Come on whoever, we all cried
Impartial with our broadcasting
Six Nations time, enjoy the roller-coaster ride! 

The Changing Room - Richmond

As you sit upon the changing, bench gathering your thoughts,
Staring at the concrete floor, focusing on nought.
This is just another game, but on a bigger stage,
Take your chance to write  your name on this historic page.
Prepared for peak performance,
Mentally you bet
Ready for the challenge, crouch mind set!

Your feet are gently tapping, no nerves would be untrue,
But the sound of studs on concrete floor what does it mean to you?
Nerves transformed and channeled to that haunting tapping sound
Of studded boots on hallowed ground that echoes all around.
Calm yourself, control your thoughts, you mustn't peak too early.
There's experience in this changing room, deep breaths will now help surely.

You are only as good as this next game,
To the grind stone once again
But remember your magnificence of all past games and then,
Your skill and dedication will certainly bring more.
Bottle all those positives your greatest still in store,
This is your time get ready, you'll play your best game yet;
Come on Richmond's finest crouch bind set!

Tight bonding in the changing room, just one last final squeeze
As you step out of the changing room to Richmond's sweetest breeze.
That sound of studs now echoes as you walk out one by one
But you know you are together as you stride in union
To the chants and cheers of Richmond; the roaring has begun.
Remember, we are with you, you live our dreams and hopes
The whole squad and you lucky ones, you 15 Glorious blokes
You know you're not alone as you wear Red, Black, Old Gold
Come on Richmond's finest such a sight behold!