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“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” quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes
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“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”

Oliver Wendell Holmes

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.

Key Takeaway

Practice modesty and integrity.

Themes

sportsmanship humility integrity

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • competitive sports
  • teamwork
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

ethical conduct character building

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay humble when succeeding?
  • What does true sportsmanship mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Winning can breed arrogance.

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