God, I hope I wear this jersey forever.
DEREK JETERWhen you put a lot of hard work into one goal and you achieve it, that’s a really good feeling.
More Derek Jeter Quotes
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The only legacy I want is to be thought of as a winner.
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My parents always felt if I worked hard enough I could make any dream come true.
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Everyone fears rejection.
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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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It doesn’t seem like the season really gets under way until you have your home opener
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I try to sign for as many kids as possible. Kids come first, and I’ll always sign for a kid before an adult.
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I looked up to my parents because they were very successful in what they wanted to do. I was lucky; I didn’t have to look far for role models.
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As long as I’m having fun I’m going to play.
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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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I want to own a team one day. You know, that’s my next goal.
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I think it comes easy to work hard. I was always taught, don’t short-change yourself. Keep working to get better.
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Work hard, love what you do, put your best foot forward and never forget the kid in you.
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I get nervous watching teammates. I get nervous for them. Late in the game, pressure situation, I’m nervous for them.
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When it was time for parent-teacher conferences, I remember that I was always embarrassed about what my parents would hear about me!
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I will never brag about myself, but my family, I can go on forever.
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