More than 10,000 athletes came to Atlanta seeking Olympic medals. Only a few of them will be lucky and skilled enough to claim one.

For athletes, the Olympics are the ultimate test of their worth.

Working hard becomes a habit, a serious kind of fun.

Each of us has a fire in our hearts for something. It's our goal in life to find it and keep it.

Rather then focusing on the obstacle in your path, focus on the bridge over the obstacle.

There can be distractions, but if you're isolated from the heart of the Games, the Olympics become just another competition.

I usually don't mind giving autographs, but when hundreds of folks with paper and pen start coming at you, it's time to seek shelter.