I think it comes easy to work hard. I was always taught, don’t short-change yourself. Keep working to get better.
DEREK JETERGod, I hope I wear this jersey forever.
More Derek Jeter Quotes
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It doesn’t take talent to work hard.
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During the off-season, I go to the movies almost every day.
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I try to stay as private as possible; I know that’s difficult, especially playing here in New York, but I make an attempt at it.
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As long as I’m having fun I’m going to play.
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You gotta have fun. Regardless of how you look at it, we’re playing a game. It’s a business, it’s our job, but I don’t think you can do well unless you’re having fun.
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The one thing I always said to myself was that when baseball started to feel more like a job, it would be time to move forward.
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God, I hope I wear this jersey forever.
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I’ve hung out and dated people I’ve never even met before.
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Sneak out when things go good. It bothers me when people have good games and stand in front of their locker waiting for the media, then they have bad games and sneak out the back.
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What kind of influence did my parents have on my life? Well, they had the most influence. These are the people who are closest to me. My parents are very positive people. They’ve been supportive. They’re always there.
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I want to own a team one day. You know, that’s my next goal.
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If I put my name on something, I’m going to be involved. I’m not just going to put my name on it and not pay attention.
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I never think about my own stats, as long as I’m contributing to the team.
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My parents always felt if I worked hard enough I could make any dream come true.
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Athletics keeps us healthy, gets us up and running around. It also gives you an opportunity to meet a lot of different people, which is very important.
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