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“You're either competing or you're not.”

Quote by Pete Carroll

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Pete Carroll is a celebrated American football coach, most famous for his time as the head coach of the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL, where he guided the team to a Super Bowl win in 2013. With a background in college coaching, Carroll has also served as the head coach at Southern California and the New England Patriots. His innovative play-calling and motivational approach have made him a prominent figure in the football community. more

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