I do not want players who do not have a keen desire to win and do not play hard and aggressively to accomplish that objective.

If you spend too much time learning the 'tricks' of the trade, you may not learn the trade. There are no shortcuts. If you're working on finding a short cut, the easy way, you're not working hard enough on the fundamentals. You may get away with it for a spell, but there is no substitute for the basics. And the first basic is good, old fashioned hard work.

Teamwork is not a preference, it is a requirement.

It is impossible to attain proper physical condition without being sound both mentally and morally.

Failing to prepare is preparing to fail.

Loyalty is very important when things get a little tough, as they often do when the challenge is great. Loyalty is a powerful force in producing one's individual best and more so in producing a team's best.

I continually stress to my players that all I expect from them at practice and in the games is their maximum effort.