Obviously, you’re known for what you do. But you still want to be known as a good person. You’re a person a lot longer before and after you’re a professional athlete.
DEREK JETERWhen I was younger, I was always taught not to make excuses.
More Derek Jeter Quotes
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Surround yourself with good people. People who are going to be honest with you and look out for your best interests.
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What kind of influence did my parents have on my life? Well, they had the most influence. These are the people who are closest to me. My parents are very positive people. They’ve been supportive. They’re always there.
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You forget about it whether it was 15-2 or 3-2. It’s still a loss. It doesn’t matter what the score was if we win tomorrow.
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It doesn’t feel different being here (at the All-Star Game) I feel like I’m on an All-Star team everyday.
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I think everyone is ticklish. You just gotta find the right spots.
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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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I have the greatest job in the world. Only one person can have it. You have shortstops on other teams – I’m not knocking other teams – but there’s only one shortstop on the Yankees.
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If you play well on the field, everything will take care of itself.
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It doesn’t take any talent to play hard.
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The Yankees have strict rules. You can have a mustache but no other facial hair.
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I want to own a team one day. You know, that’s my next goal.
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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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I think when things linger, that’s when they become a distraction. I don’t want any distractions.
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I think sometimes people need to get used to an idea.
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I think it comes easy to work hard. I was always taught, don’t short-change yourself. Keep working to get better.
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