They say at Central District there’s a box
that’s fastened with at least a dozen locks.
It’s kept behind a wall of tempered glass
and patrons must tread lightly when they pass.
It’s rumoured that this deeply cherished box
contains a pair of Johnny Platten’s jocks.
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Damian Balassone is a failed half-forward flanker who writes poetry. He is the author of 'Strange Game in a Strange Land'.
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Brilliantly set up, Damo !!
“jocks” or perhaps “locks”
“priceless”
Well done DB. And extra points for not making “District” a plural as many do.
Sorry Dame. I’d rather watch Eddie Betts shooting for goal – he’s POETRY IN MOTION
Thanks Smokie, ER. He was one of the greats.
Fair call 6%, the flowing locks are synonymous with the Rat. I wonder if they are 100% natural (or 6% natural).
Thanks Mickey, I’ve always been interested in SANFL geography. Were the Bulldogs the team of choice for Kapunda folk?
Fisho, I love Eddie too, but surely the Rat was one of the all time greats. I still think he’s the best rover of the past 40 years and as central to the Hawks 86-91 period as anyone.