I’d rather have a lot of talent and a little experience than a lot of experience and a little talent.
JOHN WOODEN
JOHN WOODEN
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John WoodenJohn Wooden The best competition I have is against myself to become better.
John WoodenJohn Wooden Champions never complain, they are too busy getting better.
John WoodenJohn Wooden I like to spend time in the past, with the things that have been important to me.
John WoodenJohn Wooden Don’t let making a living prevent you from making a life.
John WoodenJohn Wooden Just try to be the best you can be; never cease trying to be the best you can be. That’s in your power.
John WoodenJohn Wooden Be more concerned with your character than your reputation.
John WoodenJohn Wooden Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.
John WoodenJohn Wooden I’m not afraid to die.
John WoodenJohn Wooden Never lie, never cheat, never steal.
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