Reputation is what others think about you. What's far more important is character, because that is what you think about yourself. — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
I grew up in team sports. I think I understand the psyche of America. I think when children sign up to play,… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
I always think it's best to pretend you're in a tenuous position. Just as a player, you always want to stay in… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
It's about learning your craft. That's a wonderful thing--especially with today's consumerism and instant gratification. You can'tbuy that. It's about making decisions,… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
I think it's really important to have portion control. I don't believe in losing weight quickly. — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
I think if you're put on a team as a child, like you are in soccer and other sports, I think the… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
I think one of the concerns, anytime you're in the human business, like sports, it's a very high - risk endeavor. You… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
I feel that tennis is an art form that is capable of moving the players and the audience - at least a… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
We have, or have had women presidents or prime ministers in Liberia, Chile, Germany, Great Britain...and yet the US of A still… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
It's important to try to get people to think about women's wellness. — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
Natural talent only determines the limits of your athletic potential. It's dedication and a willingness to discipline your life that makes you great. — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
I was always in the tennis business-from 1968. I was in tournaments and also on World Team Tennis teams as well. — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
In 1973, women got 59 cents on the dollar; now we are getting 74 cents on the dollar. In the area of finance and… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
Martina's gone with people who don't want to be out, and it drives her crazy because she'd rather be open. — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
They're not put on earth to be martyrs; they have to want to come out. It depends on your culture, where you work, where… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
Trust and respect is something you earn, not something that is given. — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
When we reach the point where the women athletes are getting their pick of dates just as easily as the men athletes, then we've… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
Everyone has people in their lives that are gay, lesbian or transgender or bisexual. They may not want to admit it, but I guarantee… — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
A girl didn't get an athletic scholarship until the fall of 1972 for the very first time. — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
Women get the attention when we get into the men's arena, and that's sad. — Billie Jean King Copy Share Image
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