The winning team has a dedication. It will have a core of veteran players who set the standards. They will not accept defeat.

I do not believe that there is any secret or single formula for success, but there are common threads of thought and action that characterize the successful people that I have been fortunate enough to know and observe. I do know, from my own experience, that our chance of succeeding is much greater when we organize and take charge of our lives. When we are willing to make decisions, we aggressively pursue those things in life that are important to us.

We need to know where we are going and how we plan to get there. Our dreams and aspirations must be translated into real and tangible goals with priorities and time frames.

After a few games I knew I was going to be able to compete. The idea of being a star never crossed my mind.

I had a hockey puck and stick-the only ones in town. I definitely would have played hockey ahead of football, had it been available.

I've caught fish as big as I am. I've caught marlin close to 300 pounds.

The focus of my life begins at home with family, loved ones and friends. I want to use my resources to create a secure environment that fosters love, learning, laughter and mutual success. I will protect and value integrity. I will admit and quickly correct my mistakes. I will be a self-starter. I will be a caring person. I will be a good listener with an open mind. I will continue to grow and learn. I will facilitate and celebrate the success of others.