Basketball Quote by Kay Yow
“This is a mind over matter thing. We have to find it within ourselves to play for two hours. We love the game, so it's not like we're doing something we hate. We're doing something we love.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: ESPN SportsCentury, 2005
Passion fuels perseverance; love for the game sustains long effort.
In simple terms: Love drives long‑term effort.
Key Takeaway
Play because you love it.
Themes
passion
perseverance
teamwork
Mood
encouraging
determined
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- coaching
- training
- marathon
- musical performance
Key Concepts
intrinsic motivation
sports psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain love for a demanding activity?
- What signs indicate fatigue?
A Different Perspective
Burnout can occur without balance.
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