Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out.
JOHN WOODENI was built up from my dad more than anyone else.
More John Wooden Quotes
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Success is never final, failure is never fatal. It’s courage that counts.
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I’m not afraid to die.
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The true test of a man’s character is what he does when no one is watching.
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I am not as good as I ought to be. I am not as good as I want to be. I am not as good as I’m going to be. But I am thankful that I am better than I used to be.
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Teaching players during practices was what coaching was all about to me.
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Be more concerned with your character than your reputation.
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I’d rather have a lot of talent and a little experience than a lot of experience and a little talent.
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A coach is someone who can give correction without causing resentment.
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I think you have to be what you are. Don’t try to be somebody else. You have to be yourself at all times.
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Winning takes talent, to repeat takes character.
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Be prepared and be honest.
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Never make excuses. Your friends don’t need them and your foes won’t believe them.
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Whatever you do in life, surround yourself with smart people who’ll argue with you.
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It takes time to create excellence. If it could be done quickly, more people would do it.
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I had three rules for my players: No profanity. Don’t criticize a teammate. Never be late.
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