If they took the idea that they could escape poverty through education, I think it would make a more basic and long-lasting change in the way things happen. What we need are positive, realistic goals and the willingness to work. Hard work and practical goals.

When you're a coach you've got to go up the ladder, you've got to be ready to travel. That's the nature of coaching

My English teacher, Dr. John Lindstrom, taught me an appreciation for the written word. Until his class, I'd dabbled in journalism and essay writing. But when he selected one of my essays as the best in the class, it gave me the confidence to see myself as a writer.

A lot of young players don't really know much about the history of the game and a lot of them are missing out on what the game is all about, especially the whole concept of sportsmanship and teamwork.

The extra pass and the extra effort on defense always get the job done.

I was latching on to something that was part of my heritage, because many of the slaves who were brought here were Moslems.

What I learned in my time isn't necessarily being taught now, and I'd like to help impart that knowledge to a new generation of players.