To my father, Notre Dame represented the underdogs of the world, the Italians, and the Polish people. I told him that one day I would play football for Notre Dame and worked hard to make that dream come true. — Rudy Ruettiger Copy Share Image
Now, I'm not positive 24 hours a day. I have my grieving moments. But when I go to a school to speak to a bunch of kids, I get pumped up. — Rudy Ruettiger Copy Share Image
You've got to eliminate the confusion in your life. And eliminate the excuses. — Rudy Ruettiger Copy Share Image
If you have a dream, you can achieve it. You just have to know how to get there. — Rudy Ruettiger Copy Share Image
Don't ever, ever quit. Recognize that stopping now, regrouping to try a new approach isn't quitting. If you quit you'll regret it forever — Rudy Ruettiger Copy Share Image
People didn't understand my passion. I dreamt big. I saw myself playing at Notre Dame. I saw myself in a classroom. — Rudy Ruettiger Copy Share Image
Big dreams bring all sorts of challenges. To meet them, you have to have character, courage and a commitment to contribute to your community. — Rudy Ruettiger Copy Share Image
I have no status or stardom. I was just willing to die for my dream. — Rudy Ruettiger Copy Share Image
