Never try to be better than somebody else. But most importantly, never cease trying to be the best you can be.

Being a role model is the most powerful form of educating. Youngsters need good models more than they need critics. It's one of a parent's greatest responsibilities and opportunities.

The greatest ally you have to get things working well and the players performing as a team is the bench. Don't be afraid to use it, either for the star player or anyone else.

Push yourself to keep improving or you'll stay as close to the bottom as you are to the top

If we, as coaches, aren't teachers, we are nothing

It isn't about what you do, but how you do it

You cannot antagonize and be a positive influence, and you will antagonize when you discipline through emotion.