Always remember the pain of defeat, and never let it happen again.

Wrestlers are a little more dedicated than, and are different from, the other people, which may be strange.

Wrestling is the only sport I've ever competed in that puts you totally in a situation of constant motion without breaks. I could play football or baseball, swim -- but there's always some kind of situation that would break my thoughts, break my concentration.

But we've got to work. We can't just live on reputations at all - by any means.

The 1st period is won by the best technician. The 2nd period is won by the kid in the best shape. The 3rd period is won by the kid with the biggest heart.

You don't really measure the year until the whole year is done. I'm sure there are some concerned people, including the coaches right now.

If you are afraid to fail, you will never succeed.