One of my constant reminders was, "End practice on a happy note." I wanted the boys to want to come out to… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
You must believe in what you're doing, that what you're doing is the proper thing, the right thing. And you must have… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
In spite of all that doctors know, and their studies never end, the best cure of all when spirits fall is a… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Cervantes said the journey's better than the end. Practices, to me, were the journey. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
One of my constant reminders is, 'End practice on a happy note.' I want the boys to want to come out to… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
I constantly caution our teams: 'Play your game, just play your game. Eventually, if you play your game, stick to your style,… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Defense is a definite part of the game, and a great part of defense is learning to play it without fouling. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
“It's not so important who starts the game but who finishes it. -John wooden” — John wooden Copy Share Image
“I remain convinced to this day that compassion like that—sincerely caring for your players and maintaining an active interest in their lives, concerns, and… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
I'm not going to say I was opposed to the Vietnam War. I'm going to say I'm opposed to war. But I'm also opposed… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Being a role model is the most powerful form of educating...too often fathers neglect it because they get so caught up in making a… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Approval is a greater motivator than disapproval, but we have to disapprove on occasion when we correct. It’s necessary. I make corrections only after… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Each of us has a huge capacity to learn and to achieve. Being ever alert makes the task of becoming all we are capable… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Stay the course. When thwarted try again; harder; smarter. Persevere relentlessly. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
