My Personal Best: Life Lessons from an All-American Journey

"Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming."

But for me the "score" that matters most is the one that measures your effort—and ultimately, only you know the score.

Ward Lambert's priorities in basketball were simple: conditioning, fundamentals, and team spirit. His priority as a person was more direct and demanding: stand up for what you believe—even when you stand alone.

The mark of a champion, I believe, is consistency of performance at your highest level under pressure.

"Never lie. Never cheat. Never steal," was his first set. "Don't whine. Don't complain. Don't make excuses," was the second set.

before casually discounting the potential of any individual or team, give them a chance to succeed—give them your sincere belief and full support.

It never got personal, because the purpose of criticism or discipline is not to punish, embarrass, or ridicule, but to correct and improve.

"I don't care how tall you are, I care how tall you play."

"Do not mistake activity for achievement,"