John Wooden

I would spend almost as much time planning a practice as conducting it. Everything was planned out each day.

John Wooden

I’m not going to say I was opposed to the Vietnam War. I’m going to say I’m opposed to war. But I’m also opposed to protests that deny other people their rights.

John Wooden

I’ve never stopped trying to do what’s right. I’m not doing it to earn favor with God. I’m doing it because it’s the right thing to do.

John Wooden

I’d be satisfied just coaching in high school. I turned down a number of colleges when I was teaching in South Bend, Indiana, before I went into the service. I honestly believe that if I hadn’t enlisted in the service, I would never have left high school teaching. I’m sure I would have never left.

John Wooden

I’d rather have a lot of talent and a little experience than a lot of experience and a little talent.

John Wooden

If a player’s not doing the things he should, put him on the bench. He’ll come around.

John Wooden

If I did only what I wanted to do, I would not be obedient to the Creator. Sometimes He wants us to do certain things that we may not feel like doing. When it comes to what God asks of us, we need more than good intentions we need to follow through fully.

John Wooden

If I were a young coach today, I would be extremely careful in selecting assistants.

John Wooden

If I were ever prosecuted for my religion, I truly hope there would be enough evidence to convict me.

John Wooden

If we are surrounded by flawless individuals, it can make our own mistakes seem magnified. And if a problem appears overlarge, it becomes more intimidating to attempt to overcome it.

John Wooden