Brag Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes
“To brag little - to show well - to crow gently, if in luck - to pay up, to own up, and to shut up, if beaten, are the virtues of a sporting man”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Sporting Man, Oliver Wendell Holmes, 1885
Humility, honesty, and restraint define true sportsmanship.
In simple terms: Humility and honesty are virtues.
Practice modesty and integrity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- competitive sports
- teamwork
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay humble when succeeding?
- What does true sportsmanship mean to you?
Winning can breed arrogance.