Football Quote by Don Drysdale
“My own little rule was two for one. If one of my teammates got knocked down, then I knocked down two on the other team.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports Illustrated, 1970
A personal code of retaliation: when a teammate is hurt, retaliate twice against the opponent.
In simple terms: Retaliate double when a teammate is hurt.
Key Takeaway
Defend teammates aggressively.
Themes
teamwork
justice
competition
Mood
defensive
intense
Type
ethical
strategic
When to use this quote
- team sports
- locker room dynamics
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
retributive justice
sportsmanship
Questions to Reflect On
- Is double retaliation fair?
- How does this affect team morale?
A Different Perspective
May provoke escalation and damage sportsmanship.
