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Quote by John Wooden

“If I did only what I wanted to do, I would not be obedient to the Creator. Sometimes He wants us to do certain things that we may not feel like doing. When it comes to what God asks of us, we need more than good intentions we need to follow through fully.”

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John Wooden

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

“We almost have to force or drive ourselves to work hard if we are to reach our potential. If we don't enjoy what we do, we won't be able to push as hard as we need to push for as long as we need to push to achieve our best. However, if we enjoy what we do and if we're enthusiastic about it, we'll do it better and come closer to becoming the best we can be.”

Ifs Needs Long Hard Able Force Enjoy Achieve Hard Work Becoming Enthusiastic Becoming The Best

Book:Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success (Large Print 16pt)

Source: Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success (Large Print 16pt)

“Make no mistake, I always want to win, but I never fight with an opponent. My fight is within me it is the struggle to be the best I can be at whatever I do.”

Want I Can Fighting Winning Mistake Struggle Opponents Being The Best

Book:Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success (Large Print 16pt)

Source: Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success (Large Print 16pt)

“We can become great in the eyes of others, but we'll never become successful when we compromise our character and show disloyalty toward friends or teammates. The reverse is also true: No individual or team will become great without loyalty.”

Character Shows Eye Individual Successful Team Loyalty Compromise Reverse Teammate Becoming Successful Disloyalty

Book:Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success (Large Print 16pt)

Source: Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success (Large Print 16pt)