As long as you try your best, you are never a failure. That is, unless you blame others.

Others may have more ability than you, they may be larger, faster, quicker, better jumpers ... but no one should be your superior in respect to team spirit, loyalty, enthusiasm, cooperation, determination, industriousness, fight effort, and character.

When you choose to become part of a team, you cease to exist as an individual.

Bad times can make you bitter or better.

Adversity often produces an unexpected opportunity. Look for it ! Appreciate and utilize it! This is difficult to do if you're feeling sorry for yourself because you're faced with adversity.

The athlete who says that something can't be done should never interrupt the one who's doing it

I seldom was ever off my seat on the bench during the game.