Volley

Sand scorches bare feet
Sun beats down on tanned bodies
Once in position
Game begins
Initial stroke
Returned
Body sacrifice
Retrieval successful
Sand sticks to sweaty skin
No distraction
Up for spike
Received
Situation reversed
Lean muscles tighten
Sudden movement
Swift and smooth
Preparation
Impact
Irretrievable
Score

- dedicated to Forrest Haack