Mix idealism with realism and add hard work. This will often bring much more than you could ever hope for.

It's too late for preparation when opportunity strikes.

Never complain about the officiating. It does no good. During the game I don't want to be fighting two opponents.

If a player's not doing the things he should, put him on the bench. He'll come around.

When you see a successful individual, a champion, you can be very sure that you are looking at an individual who pays great attention to the perfection of minor details.

The close games are usually lost, rather than won. What I mean by that is games are mostly won because of the opponent making mistakes during crucial moments.

Lead, don't drive. And give credit. Don't blame. If an officer on your team suggested something and it worked well, give them credit. If it doesn't work well, you take the blame because you made the decision.