You have to perform at a consistently higher level than others. That's the mark of a true professional.

The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital.

My father said about money: 'You have to have some. But you don't have to have all of it. Just be honest with yourself.'

I had a great bunch of kids. They all hung with us. The coaching staff hung with us. And we played tough every game. If you've got kids that want to play and react to you, it's fun. I'm having a good time.

When a team outgrows individual performance and learns team confidence, excellence becomes a reality.

Everybody likes to win. It sure beats the devil out of losing.

You must relate athletic experiences to life.