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Attitude Quote by Sue Bird

“I think when you've played in a league for as long as I have, it would be foolish for a coach not to ask a player with that kind of knowledge about other players. A lot of this goes beyond the court. Are they a good teammate? Are they good in the locker room? What's their attitude like? Do they…” quote by Sue Bird
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“I think when you've played in a league for as long as I have, it would be foolish for a coach not to ask a player with that kind of knowledge about other players. A lot of this goes beyond the court. Are they a good teammate? Are they good in the locker room? What's their attitude like? Do they work hard?”

Sue Bird

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2022 interview with Sue Bird on ESPN, discussing player evaluation and team dynamics

Coaches should assess players holistically, considering character, teamwork, and work ethic beyond on‑court skills

In simple terms: Look at the whole person, not just stats

Key Takeaway

Evaluate character, teamwork, and effort

Themes

sports leadership team dynamics

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • team selection
  • leadership training
  • conflict resolution
  • performance reviews

Key Concepts

psychology management coaching

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance talent with character in team building?
  • What signs indicate a positive locker‑room influence?
A Different Perspective

Focusing only on performance metrics can miss crucial interpersonal factors

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