I told them my system was based on the “ant plan,” that I’d gotten the idea watching a colony of ants in Africa during the war. A whole bunch of ants working toward a common goal.
BEAR BRYANTIf it is worth playing, it is worth paying the price to win.
More Bear Bryant Quotes
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If you want to walk the heavenly streets of gold, you gotta know the password, “Roll, Tide, Roll!”
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A few minutes ago, I had a hard time getting through the lobby because of all the people. After today, that won’t be happening.
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There’s no use fussing on a boy who doesn’t have any ability.
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The first time you quit, it’s hard. The second time, it gets easier. The third time, you don’t even have to think about it.
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Be aware of “yes” men. Generally, they are losers. Surround yourself with winners. Never forget – people win.
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Recruiting is the one thing I hate. I won’t do it unless my coaches tell me I’ve just got to. The whole process is kind of undignified for me and the young man.
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Set goals – high goals for you and your organization. When your organization has a goal to shoot for, you create teamwork, people working for a common good.
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Show class, have pride, and display character. If you do, winning takes care of itself.
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You take those little rascals, talk to them good, pat them on the back, let them think they are good, and they will go out and beat the biguns.
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You’re still going to win with preparation and dedication and plain old desire. If you don’t have genuine desire, you won’t be dedicated enough to prepare properly.
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Motivating people- the ingredient that separates winners from losers.
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Don’t talk too much. Don’t pop off. Don’t talk after the game until you cool off.
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Don’t give up at half time. Concentrate on winning the second half.
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There is no sin in not liking to play; it’s a mistake for a boy to be there if he doesn’t want to.
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It’s not the will to win that matters-everyone has that. It’s the will to prepare to win that matters.
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