The prompt for the juniors was the same as last year - they read an article on Pat Tillman and another on Rocky Bleier. Basically, Pat Tillman was a rising NFL star and joined the Army after September 11, 2001. He was killed due to friendly fire in Afghanistan in 2004. Rocky Bleier was an NFL player who was drafted during the Vietnam War. He suffered injuries and went through rigorous rehabilitation in order to return to the NFL to play for the Steelers.
Favorite Quotes
"Pat put his life online to fight for his country."
"Even after Tilman was shot dead, he kept fighting."
"Moreover, Pat Tillman and Rocky Bleier were well-endowed; however, did not come without determination."
"His coach would not let him back on the field without his legs witch weighed 45 pounds."
"Bleier came out on top, proving himself a hardworking stealer."
"Clearly, obviously, without a doubt, it is more than safe to say, one can see, size does matter."
"Only 5'9" and 210 pounds, Bleier landed in the runt category of the Steelers team."
"The dictionary states that determination is determining or being determined. That's what Rocky and Pat are being determined. They have determination because they are determined."
"Bleier was dedicated to getting his groove back."
"In fact, not many people would be willing to give up their inspirational dream of finding the cure for cancer or inventing a fast-food restaurant that actually serves 100% real beef."
"If it weren't for these two, the world would be a lot like Eric Kartman. An arrogant little prick who gives up when he's beaten."
"Finally, I thank you for reading my essay, and have a great day as well."
Some inventive words and phrases...
- Brains over bronze
- Great Bay Peckers
- Athleticnessium
- Ricky Bieber (perhaps a lesser-known relative of Justin Bieber or Ricky Bobby?)
Stace!! Those made me laugh out loud.
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