Writing was far more of an art in the sports world than it is now.
BOBBY KNIGHTEverybody hears, but few listen.
More Bobby Knight Quotes
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In order to achieve to achieve positive results, one must work for them, not hope for them
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You remember when you were a kid growing up, and believed in Santa Claus? There’s not much difference between Santa Claus and me today, you know. We’re two overweight lovable guys that kids really enjoy.
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Most people have the will to win, few have the will to prepare to win.
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If I came in to recruit your son, I would tell you, your wife, and your son, that I will be the most demanding coach your son can play for.
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A great way to test the conditioning of your team is the two-mile run.
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Why talk now when so many things have been said without ever giving me a chance to talk?
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It is better to anticipate than to react.
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Passing is your best weapon against man to man. Dribble penetration is your best weapon against zone.
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I’d probably be better off without trying to satisfy me, with my sense of humor. There are things that I have said that are funny to me, but they weren’t to somebody in the press. So that hasn’t worked to my benefit.
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The structure of your practice is the main reason for your success or lack of success as a coach
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This is like the town council just hired a new marshal to clean up the town, I guarantee you, if I stay here long enough, they’ll get rid of me, too.
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So when I hear a guy after a game-winning home run say or gesture that God was on his side, I think to myself, ‘He’s saying God screwed the pitcher.
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Perform drills that force your players to think
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Good basketball always starts with good defense!
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Your biggest opponent isn’t the other guy. It’s human nature.
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