And trains our youth in nerve and eye—things well to keep in view;
It teaches deeds of chivalry, to friends to be sincere,
And teaches him in play or sport there nothing is to fear,
’Tis a noble game, &c.
There are names that bring a well-known charm to peasant and to peer:
Old England, Ireland, Scotland, send out a ringing cheer;
Canada adds a loving word, America its praise,
Of giants in this isle of ours, and oft our spirits raise.
’Tis a noble game, &c.
To gallant South and noble North a welcome tribute bring