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.
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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My parents always felt if I worked hard enough I could make any dream come true.
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I attribute much of my success in New York to my ability to understand and avoid unnecessary distractions.
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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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I never think about my own stats, as long as I’m contributing to the team.
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It doesn’t feel different being here (at the All-Star Game) I feel like I’m on an All-Star team everyday.
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I like to dance and sing when there’s no one around, but, if I’m out, I’m really shy about it. So it takes a lot to get me going, but I enjoy being around music.
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When I was younger, I was always taught not to make excuses.
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It’s never over. You don’t want to be in the position to be down four runs in the ninth inning, but it’s not over until the last out.
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In order to lead people, you have to get to know them.
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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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Sportswriters are what make sports great and fun to watch.
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The only legacy I want is to be thought of as a winner.
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You forget about it whether it was 15-2 or 3-2. It’s still a loss. It doesn’t matter what the score was if we win tomorrow.
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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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