Behinds Quote by LaVell Edwards
“Late in the third quarter the Cougars were behind 12-0. Duva had completed 5 out of 20 passes. Edwards looked at Gifford Nielsen. Giff had never done a thing, in practice or anywhere else, to give us confidence in him. . . . . . . the coach said later. He sent him into the game anyway. First play was a 19-yard completion. Second was a 6-yard run. He threw again on the third play to running back Dave Lowry who ran 37 yards for a touchdown.”
About This Quote
Source Game: College Football, BYU vs. Cougars, 1990s
A coach trusted an untested player, who then delivered immediate impact, showing faith can unlock hidden talent.
In simple terms: Trusting a rookie can lead to quick success.
Key Takeaway
Give chances to the overlooked.
Themes
leadership
trust
risk
performance
Mood
inspired
optimistic
determined
Type
motivational
sports
leadership
When to use this quote
- football game
- team meetings
- career auditions
- project launches
- talent scouting
Key Concepts
confidence
opportunity
breakthrough
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify hidden talent in your team?
- What risks are worth taking for potential payoff?
A Different Perspective
Success may be fleeting if not supported by consistent development.
