With a new National Champion at hand, let's review some quotes from John Wooden from Wooden: A Lifetime of Observations and Reflection On and Off the Court, with Steve Jamison.
I won't burden readers with the classic quotes needing no repetition.
"Being a role model is the most powerful form of educating." (On parenting)
"Make friendship a fine art."
"By applying yourself to the task of becoming a little better every day over a period of time, you will become a lot better."
"Drink deeply from good books, including The Bible."
"Why is it easier to give others blame than to give them credit?"
"A child must develop a love of academics early, and it usually doesn't just happen."
"Remember that love is the most powerful medicine in the world."
"Character is what you really are. Reputation is what people say you are."
"The effort is what counts in everything."
"Be true to yourself. You know what's right. Don't let someone else decide for you."
Lagniappe. Okay, here's a Wooden classic.
Don't whine.
Don't complain.
Don't make excuses.
Lagniappe 2. "Every day in player development day." Development is skill, athleticism, knowledge, resilience, sharing.
Learning how other people approach the game is an everyday opportunity. Slappin' Glass shares some examples. They discuss the role of big in the zone, wings stunting and funneling, and disguising the coverages.
Lagniappe 3. Finish! Villanova guards excel attacking the rim, using their bodies and finishing off two feet.
