I play in New York, man. Criticism is part of the game. You take criticism as a challenge.
DEREK JETERYou gotta have fun. Regardless of how you look at it, we’re playing a game. It’s a business, it’s our job, but I don’t think you can do well unless you’re having fun.
More Derek Jeter Quotes
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There may be people who have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do – and I believe that.
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I looked up to my parents because they were very successful in what they wanted to do. I was lucky; I didn’t have to look far for role models.
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Sneak out when things go good. It bothers me when people have good games and stand in front of their locker waiting for the media, then they have bad games and sneak out the back.
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It doesn’t seem like the season really gets under way until you have your home opener
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The big difference for me is that, as I get older, I find it’s a lot easier to stay in shape than it is to get back in shape.
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I attribute much of my success in New York to my ability to understand and avoid unnecessary distractions.
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I’m not perfect; no one is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes. I think you try to learn from those mistakes.
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I get nervous watching teammates. I get nervous for them. Late in the game, pressure situation, I’m nervous for them.
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That’s how you win – pitching and defense.
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Sportswriters are what make sports great and fun to watch.
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If you’re going to win games, you’re going to have to come up with the big hits. That’s the bottom line.
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So many people are insanely busy nowadays, and it’s easy to say, ‘Ah, I’ll workout tomorrow.’ But you have to set aside a time and stick to that schedule.
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Work hard, love what you do, put your best foot forward and never forget the kid in you.
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I will never brag about myself, but my family, I can go on forever.
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It doesn’t take talent to work hard.
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