M is for the memories teammates share.

E is for the excellence an athlete seeks.

R is for the records set and broken.

R is for the rules that must be learned.

Y is for the years of training to reach a goal.

C is for the coaches who mold and guide.

H is for the heart that won’t let you quit.

R is for the repetition of basic drills.

I is for the intensity of athletic competition.

S is for the sportsmanship we all admire.

T is for the talent that dazzles the crowd.

M is for the maturity an athlete gains.

A is for the athlete, proud and strong.

S is for the sport that calls your name.

H is for the healing of athletes impaired.

A is for the artistry of movement.

P is for the pain that is endured.

P is for the pride in a game well played.

Y is for the young, so eager to learn.

N is for the nightly workouts.

E is for the early morning practices.

W is for the wins that offset the losses.

Y is for the yells from fans in the stands.

E is for the excitement of a hard-fought game.

A is for the attitude that demands the best of self.

R is for the resolve it takes to improve.

E is for the enthusiasm of life sport inspires.

V is for the victories of the personal kind.

E is for the encouragement from those who cheer.

R is for the relationships team sports create.

Y is for the yearning for new challenges.

O is for the opportunities athletics provide.

N is for the nervousness that must be overcome.

E is for the evolution of beginner to expert.

Add them all up and you have Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, Everyone!