It's not my job to motivate players. They bring extraordinary motivation to our program. It's my job not to de-motivate them.
Lou HoltzDon't ever ask a player to do something he doesn't have the ability to do. He'll just question your ability as a coach, not his as an athlete.
Lou HoltzSo many times people are afraid of competition, when it should bring out the best in us. We all have talents and abilities, so why be intimidated by other people's skills?
Lou HoltzI won't accept anything less than the best a player's capable of doing... and he has the right to expect the best that I can do for him and the team!
Lou Holtz