When I'd get tired and want to stop, I'd wonder what my next opponent was doing. I'd wonder if he was still working out. I'd tried to visualize him. When I could see him working, I'd start pushing myself. When I could see him in the shower, I'd push myself harder.

Once you've wrestled, everything in life is easy.

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.

My coaches were great. My mom and dad. My dad never missed a wrestling meet.

If you're afraid to fail, you'll never succeed.

A lot of my intensity in wrestling was due to my mental preparation before the matches. I got myself into a different world.

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.