I’ve always played for the acceptance of my godfather (Willie Mays) and father (Bobby Bonds).
BARRY BONDSI’ve always played for the acceptance of my godfather (Willie Mays) and father (Bobby Bonds).
BARRY BONDSWhen I finish playing, I think I’d like to coach college baseball.
BARRY BONDSIt’s called talent. I just have it. I can’t explain it. You either have it or you don’t.
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.
BARRY BONDSLosing dad (Bobby Bonds) was the worst thing in the world.
BARRY BONDSI 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.
BARRY BONDSI’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.
BARRY BONDSEveryone in society should be a role model, not only for their own self-respect, but for respect from others.
BARRY BONDSThere is nothing better than walking out and hitting a home run.
BARRY BONDSSerra 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.
BARRY BONDSIf you want to be on top, you’ve got to have broad shoulders, because as fast as you get there, the faster they try to knock you down.
BARRY BONDSI’m a very private person. My life story isn’t for everybody.
BARRY BONDSIt’s not the name that makes the player. It’s the player.
BARRY BONDSThose boos really motivate me to make something happen.
BARRY BONDSI’m not afraid to be lonely at the top.
BARRY BONDSI think everyone needs to be a role model, period.
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