I think some of the pressure comes from the expectations of other people. Like if your father played baseball, they expect you to be the big lifesaver or something when you play a sport.
BARRY BONDSI feel my time in baseball has come and gone. I feel like I had a great career. I had a lot of fun and have a lot of great memories. At one point in time, I’ll be able to tell it all. Right now that’s in the past. I see things differently. I more want to help.
More Barry Bonds Quotes
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Losing dad (Bobby Bonds) was the worst thing in the world.
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I think everyone needs to be a role model, period.
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I know when I’m off alignment. I know when my body is out of adjustment. If your body is there, then mentally, you’ll be there. If your body feels good, then your mind feels good and your are going to feel better about your game.
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I’d like to help educate kids about the Major Leagues – what to anticipate, what to expect, what they’ll need to do to prepare themselves.
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It’s called talent. I just have it. I can’t explain it. You either have it or you don’t.
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But to be the best, you must face the best. And to overcome your fear, you must deal with the best.
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Serra High school, to me, was my most enjoyable time for me in my entire life. That was the only time I was free. We just played baseball because it was fun.
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When I was playing, it would be whatever role I wanted. Now it’s whatever they ask me to do, which I kind of like better.
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Everyone in society should be a role model, not only for their own self-respect, but for respect from others.
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There’s not too many rich black people in this world.
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I think of myself as ‘catching’ the ball with my bat and letting the pitcher supply the power.
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There is nothing better than walking out and hitting a home run.
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I was a momma’s boy. I didn’t get anything from Dad, except my body and baseball knowledge. The only time I spent with him was at the ballpark.
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I don’t ever remember having any bad times here in Pittsburgh.
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I don’t know what you guys say, but at home, life is way different from baseball.
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