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“One of the greatest motivating things that a coach has is the bench. They all love to play, all of them. You sit them on the bench, and they come around pretty good.”

Quote by John Wooden

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John Wooden is a legendary basketball player and coach, born on October 14, 1910, and passed away on June 4, 2010. His achievements and influence in the basketball world have made him one of the greatest figures in basketball history. more

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Book:Wooden's Complete Guide to Leadership (EBOOK BUNDLE)

Source: Wooden's Complete Guide to Leadership (EBOOK BUNDLE)