I had 10 to 12 close buddies who I played ball with all the way from elementary to high school. That is where I learned to compete.

Character is the glue that bonds solid and meaningful relationships

Courage is the ability to do the right thing, all the time, no matter how painful or uncomfortable it might be.

I had 10 to 12 close buddies who I played ball with all the way from elementary to high school. That is where I learned to compete.

Integrity, the choice between what's convenient and what's right.

I hired top-notch people, trusted them to do their jobs, and then came to grips with the fact that I wouldn't be coaching as much.

We wanted guys who had been productive in college, and we made it a point to pick performance over potential.