The more I talk to athletes, the more convinced I become that the method of training is relatively unimportant. There are many ways to the top, and the training method you choose is just the one that suits you best. No, the important thing is the attitude of the athlete, the desire to get to the top.

Age is whatever you think it is. You are as old as you think you are.

Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships.

I wanted to make an impact beyond running fast and jumping far.

Once I made a decision, I never thought about it again.

Spirit ... has fifty times the strength and staying power of brawn and muscle.