I've always put great emphasis on the academics and getting your degree. It's important because basketball is short term. The long term is what are you gonna do after college and after you no longer can bounce the ball. — Pat Summitt Copy Share Image
I have a love-hate relationship with losing. I hate how it makes me feel, which is basically sick. But I love what it brings… — Pat Summitt Copy Share
The willingness to experiment with change may be the most essential ingredient to success at anything. — Pat Summitt Copy Share
“We installed something Dean called “the persistence drill,” which tested their stamina: they had to make consecutive full-court layups for two straight minutes—and if… — Pat Summitt Copy Share
I remember every player-every single one-who wore the Tennessee orange, a shade that our rivals hate, a bold, aggravating color that you can usually… — Pat Summitt Copy Share
She taught me that it's ok to let down your guard and allow your players to get to know you. They don't care how… — Pat Summitt Copy Share
Change equals self improvement. Push yourself to places you haven't been before. — Pat Summitt Copy Share
You spend more of the game preparing to win in the final seconds. And that is what separates winners from losers. — Pat Summitt Copy Share
In order to grow, you must accept new responsibilities, no matter how uncertain you may feel or how unprepared you are to deal with… — Pat Summitt Copy Share
Rebounding wins championships, you need to emphasize it and work with kids on it. — Pat Summitt Copy Share
If you don't want responsibility, don't sit in the big chair. To be successful, you must accept full responsibility — Pat Summitt Copy Share
