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First we become the best, then we'll become first.

Lou Holtz

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Lou Holtz
Age: 87
Born: 1937
Born: January 6
American Football Coach
American Football Player
Football Coach
Follansbee
West Virginia
Louis Leo Holtz
Louis Holtz
Leadership
Sports
Become
Best
Firsts
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If you make a fist and hold it for two hours, you won't be able to pick up a glass because you'll be so weak. Let's stay loose. Let's have fun.
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Build your empire on the firm foundation of the fundamentals.
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Broadcasting is easy you just talk until you think of something to say.
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I don't drink water, haven't drank water in 40 years.
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They say a tie is like kissing your sister. I guess that is better than kissing your brother.
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The best way to save face is not to use the lower half.
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The standards you establish for others must reflect the standards you set for yourself. No one will follow a hypocrite.
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I used to pray that God would make me a great athlete, and He never did.
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Remember this. Bear Bryant retired at age 69, and he died 28 days after he stopped coaching. If you don't have something, and a purpose in your life, you're gonna die.
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If you are killing time, it's not murder. It's suicide.
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I bet you went on one date and wanted to get married.
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I never learn anything talking. I only learn things when I ask questions.
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It's always better to face the truth, no matter how uncomfortable, than to continue coddling a lie.
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Do what's right. Be on time, be polite, and be honest remain free from drugs and if you have any questions, get out your Bible. 2. Do your best. Mediocrity is unacceptable when you are capable of doing better. 3. Treat others as you want to be treated. Practice love and understanding.
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Motivation is simple. You eliminate those who are not motivated.
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You were not born a winner, and you were not born a loser. You are what you make yourself be.
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When all is said and done, more is said than done.
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All I've seen agents do is talk players into having bad senior seasons because they're trying to keep themselves from getting injured.
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