If the only reason I coached was to win basketball games, my life would be pretty shallow
Mike KrzyzewskiLeaders should be reliable without being predictable. They should be consistent without being anticipated
Mike KrzyzewskiFirst of all, what happens is, when you're good at something, you spend a lot of time with it. People identify you with that sport, so it becomes part of your identity.
Mike KrzyzewskiAs teachers and coaches, we must remember that when mere winning is our only goal, we are doomed to disappointment and failure. But when our goal is to try to win, when our focus is on preparation and sacrifice and effort instead of on numbers on a scoreboard then we will never lose.
Mike Krzyzewski