“Regarding one's career: always be prepared, no short cuts - hard work is the only alternative that really works.” HardCareersCuttingHard WorkPreparedAlternativesBe PreparedShort Cuts Author:Kiana Tom
“The World Cup was a huge frustration because I had prepared really hard for it. But in the World Cup there is no formula, no recipe for success.” WorldHardHugePreparedCupsFrustrationFormulasRecipesRecipe For SuccessWorld Cup Author:Kaka
“If you want to make it as a sportsperson - Become knowledgeable in the sport you want to participate in. Think about the sport and what it can offer in its entirety. You shouldn't want to become a professional sportsperson because of the money. There's a lot more to gain from being involved in sport. Work hard to get what you want. If it's your ambition, go for it. You don't have to be the best in the world to make it as an elite athlete. You need to be a grafter and be prepared to sacrifice.” IfsThinkingWorldWantNeedsHardSportsSacrificeHard WorkInvolvedOffersAmbitionGainsPreparedAthleteWhat You WantBeing The BestElitesBe PreparedKnowledgeableEntiretyElite Athletes Author:Hope Powell
“You play all your life and train all your life and then you are not playing. It's not easy to deal with. But you can't roll up in a ball and hope it goes away. You have to take it on the chin and train hard and be prepared to play. We all know the game changes in an instant and anything can happen so you have to keep the hope that comes your way.” KnowsWayHardPlayHappensGamesEasyDealsBallsTrainPreparedInstantBe PreparedChinsAnything Can HappenTrain Hard Author:Shay Given