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 BONDSIt’s a relief now to be able to stand next to my godfather and finally feel like I’ve accomplished something in the game of baseball.
More Barry Bonds Quotes
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I’ve always played for the acceptance of my godfather (Willie Mays) and father (Bobby Bonds).
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I don’t want to be a Major League coach.
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It’s a relief now to be able to stand next to my godfather and finally feel like I’ve accomplished something in the game of baseball.
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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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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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Age is how you feel. If you take care of yourself, you’ll be able to do the same things. You may not do it as often. But you can still do it.
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Losing dad (Bobby Bonds) was the worst thing in the world.
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I don’t sign for white people.
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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 know if steroids are going to help you in baseball. I just don’t believe it. I don’t believe steroids can help eye-hand coordination and technically hit a baseball.
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I could learn how to press ‘Record’ on a tape recorder and write for a newspaper or a magazine.
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I never stop looking for things to try and make myself better.
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Every pitcher can beat you, it doesn’t matter how good you are.
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I’m not afraid to be lonely at the top.
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