"I never gave rah-rah speeches or contrived pep talks. There was no ranting or raving, histrionics or theatrics before, during or after practice and games. For every artificial emotional peak they might create, a subsequent valley, a letdown, is produced." -- John Wooden
Could there be a finer name than "wooden" for a man like that? In fact, I'm sure that the coach radiated plenty of energy and intensity -- heck, the guy planned out his practices to the minute and taught his players how to put their socks on the right way. His dedication to perfection in most every detail separated himself from his peers, and no doubt inspired his players that they were playing for one of the most passionate, prepared men in the business.
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