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.
DEREK JETERI 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.
More Derek Jeter Quotes
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This is why you play – to get an opportunity to play in the playoffs.
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When you put a lot of hard work into one goal and you achieve it, that’s a really good feeling.
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Yankee Stadium is my favorite stadium; I’m not going to lie to you. There’s a certain feel you get in Yankee Stadium.
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I’m not one to sit around and be satisfied about something. I can always get better.
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There may be people who have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do – and I believe that.
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That’s how you win – pitching and defense.
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I can have fun anywhere, as long as I’m with good people. But in the offseason, I like to go somewhere warm, a nice spot in the Caribbean.
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I think everyone is ticklish. You just gotta find the right spots.
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I think when things linger, that’s when they become a distraction. I don’t want any distractions.
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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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Surround yourself with good people. People who are going to be honest with you and look out for your best interests.
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My dad had been shortstop when he was in college, and you know, when you’re a kid, you want to be just like your dad.
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I think sometimes people need to get used to an idea.
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The last thing you want to do is finish playing or doing anything and wish you would have worked harder.
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Your image isn’t your character. Character is what you are as a person.
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