Wooden: A Lifetime of Observations and Reflections On and Off the Court

What You Are

A favorite observation of my dad’s was the following: “Never believe you’re better than anybody else, but remember that you’re just as good as everybody else.” That’s important: No better, but just as good!

I attempted to keep that in mind both when we weren’t winning national championships and when we were. It helped me avoid getting carried away with myself.

It goes back to the importance of having strong guidance and role models in the home. That’s where the standards are set.