Born October 14th, 1910, Coach John Wooden is one of the most thought provoking and inspirational people in sports. I received this from a friend and wanted to share. I would enjoy hearing your feedback.
DO NOT CAUSE YOUR OWN FAILURE
1969 Preseason Letter to the Team
“Recorded history shows us that the underlying reason for the failure of every civilization or cause has been a breakdown from within, and I deeply believe that most potentially great teams that did not measure up to what seemed possible and logical failed to do so because of friction in one way or another from within. Let us not be victimized in such a manner”.
HOT TO INFLUENCE THE FUTURE
1972 Preseason Letter to the Team (following his eighth national title)
“I must caution you that you cannot live in the past. The 1971-1972 season is now history, and we must look toward the future. The past cannot change what is to come. The work that you do each and every day is the only true way to improve and prepare yourself for what is to come. You cannot change the past, and you can influence the future ONLY BY WHAT YOU DO TODAY”.
Adapted from excerpts on http://www.coachjohnwooden.com/
See you in the trenches - vmsteveo
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John Wooden is the greatest college coach and teacher of all time.... Period.... The guy is a legend...
I agree. Much to learn from such a great leader. I coached basketball for my sons (11 yrs old) team and used a lot of his advice for my own benefit as well as insights for the players when I was at a loss for words.
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