Each of us must make the effort to contribute to the best of our ability according to our individual talents. And then… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Since the most important responsibility of a coach in regard to the actual playing of the game is to teach his players… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
I believe it’s impossible to claim you have taught, when there are students who have not learned. With that commitment, from my… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
The four laws of learning are: the first is demonstration of what you want. The second is the criticism of the demonstration.… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Never did I want to call the first time-out during a game. Never. I wanted UCLA to come out and run our… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
If you spend too much time learning the 'tricks' of the trade, you may not learn the trade. There are no shortcuts.… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Effective leaders are, first and foremost, good teachers. We're in the education business. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
The coach must never forget that he is, first of all, a teacher. He must come (be present), see (diagnose), and conquer… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Decisions are more apt to be accepted when you've listened to suggestions first. I wanted them to see the reason behind what… — 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
