Before I was ever in my teens, I knew exactly what I wanted to be when I grew up. My goal was to be the greatest athlete that ever lived.
BABE DIDRIKSON ZAHARIASIt’s not just enough to swing at the ball. You’ve got to loosen your girdle and really let the ball have it.
More Babe Didrikson Zaharias Quotes
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All of my life I have always had the urge to do things better than anybody else.
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If you win through bad sportsmanship that’s no real victory.
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Luck? Sure. But only after long practice and only with the ability to think under pressure.
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I came out to beat everybody in sight, and that’s just what I’m going to do.
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The formula for success is simple: practice and concentration then more practice and more concentration.
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I don’t see any point in playing the game if you don’t win, do you?
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There are times when a golfer is tempted to throw her clubs away and forget the whole ‘humblin’ business.’ At other times, she wouldn’t trade places with a queen-that’s when the shots are long and true, and putts are dropping.
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The biggest weakness with my game is that I have fun with the galleries. I just love a gallery.
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Winning has always meant much to me, but winning friends has meant the most.
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My philosophy? Practice, practice, practice and win.
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Don’t worry. Just leave everything in the hands of God.
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I can beat any two players in this tournament by myself. If I need any help, I’ll let you know.
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I don’t seem able to do my best unless I’m behind or in trouble.
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I played many sports, but when that golf bug hit me, it was permanent.
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I couldn’t hit an elephant’s ass with a bull fiddle.
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