What is a coach? We are teachers. Educators. We have the same obligations as all teachers, except we probably have more influence than anybody but their families. And, in a lot of cases, more than their families.

Success and excellence are not the same. Excellence grows within a person, is largely within that person's control, and its meaning lasts. Success is measured externally, by comparison to others, is often outside our control, and is perishable.

I stayed on the track I wanted to stay on. I don’t think I deviated from what I’m all about and what I thought was important. Whether you want to call that a legacy, or whatever you want to call it.

The kids that were the victims ... I think we all ought to say a prayer for them.

Some things I thought were important for a young man to know.

There has to be some self-denial.

Success without honor is an unseasoned dish; it will satisfy your hunger, but it won't taste good.