Ball player Quote by Bob Costas
“commenting on baseball players who test positive for steroids: It?s an announced test, so you not only failed the steroid test, you failed the IQ test.”
About This Quote
Source Broadcast: 2005, ESPN commentary
Failing a steroid test also reflects a lack of intelligence, according to the speaker.
In simple terms: Failing steroid test equals failing IQ test.
Key Takeaway
Avoid shortcuts; value intelligence.
Themes
sports
ethics
intelligence
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
observational
opinion
When to use this quote
- athlete training
- drug testing policies
- education on ethics
- performance improvement
Key Concepts
cheating
cognitive assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- Is this a fair comparison?
- How can athletes be educated on ethics?
A Different Perspective
Intelligence is not measured by test results alone.
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