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“Don't let yesterday take up too much of today.”
Source: Wooden: A Lifetime of Observations and Reflections On and Off the Court
“Never make excuses. Your friends don't need them and your foes won't believe them.”
Source: Wooden: A Lifetime of Observations and Reflections On and Off the Court
“If you don't have time to do it right, when will you have the time to do it over?”
Source: Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success (Large Print 16pt)
“Parenting is the most important profession in the world.”
Source: The Greatest Coach Ever: Timeless Wisdom and Insights of John Wooden
“Good values are like a magnet – they attract good people.”
“Good judgment, common sense, and reason all fly out the window when emotions kick down your door.”
“Thou didst thy best, that is success.”
Source: Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success (Large Print 16pt)
“All change may not be progress, but all progress is the result of change”
“You control the terms of the conflict. Make them play your game. Don't try to play theirs.”
“Don't beat yourself. That's the worst kind of defeat you'll ever suffer.”
“You have not taught until they have learned.”
Source: John Wooden's UCLA Offense
“I don't think I was a fine game coach I think I was a good practice coach.”
“Great leaders are always out front with a banner, instead of behind with a whip.”
“1. Be on time. 2. Never criticize a teammate. 3. Never use profanity.”
“Drink deeply from good books.”
Source: Coach Wooden One-On-One
Source: Wooden: A Legacy in Words and Images (EBOOK)
“Build shelter against a rainy day.”
Source: My Personal Best: Life Lessons from an All-American Journey
“Pray for guidance and give thanks for your blessings everyday.”
“Promise yourself that you will talk health, happiness, and prosperity as often as possible.”
“Promise to wear a cheerful appearance at all times and give every person you meet a smile.”
“Loyalty is a cohesive force that forges individuals into a team.”
“The two hardest things to handle in life are failure and success.”
“Dwelling in the past prevents doing something in the present.”