My parents were my heroes and my role models. So I thought long and hard over decisions that I would make because I never wanted to disappoint them and break their hearts.

Today in coaching, it's a two-way street. They can fire you whenever they want. Bottom line: It's all about what you can do to better yourself professionally. This is a better move.

Life is simple. Make good decisions and good things happen. Make bad decisions and bad things happen.

I'm living the American dream.

John Wooden has been a vital force in the lives of many with his inspirational messages. He represents all the elements necessary to be a winner in the Game of Life, which makes him the perfect person to write this book filled with lessons. Coach Wooden has been a mentor to people in every walk of life.

Really, UCLA's a great place as well, but they don't have the kind of environment they have here. The fans here have a passion.

You'd have to live in a cave not to know about the Carrier Dome. It put Syracuse on the map.