Bear Bryant Quotes

There is a big difference in wanting to and willing to.

I can reach a kid who doesn’t have any ability as long as he doesn’t know it.

Football games are generally won by the boys with the greatest desire.

The first time you quit, it’s hard. The second time, it gets easier. The third time, you don’t even have to think about it.

I don’t hire anybody not brighter than I am. If they’re not brighter than I am, I don’t need them.

There is no substitute for guts.

If you don’t have discipline, you can’t have a successful program.

Don’t tolerate lazy people. They are losers.

Be aware of “yes” men. Generally, they are losers. Surround yourself with winners. Never forget – people win.

You must learn how to hold a team together. You must lift some men up, calm others down, until finally they’ve got one heartbeat. Then you’ve got yourself a team.