"A renowed dance instructor once said, 'I would rather have someone who has to dance than someone who just wants to dance."

There are people who want to compete. There are people who have to compete. I want people who have to compete.

There are people who want to win. There are people who have to win. I want people who have to win.

Winning is not everything. Winning is not the only thing. But, winning is something you have to have when you should win and are capable of winning.

• Never be satisfied with just making the team. Win the big one!

• Never be satisfied with just winning the championship. Be the best you can be.

• To be the best, you must work on every phase of your sport and life with the correct priorites and methods.

• Work hard on strategies, techniques, smart training, proper conditioning - both mental and physical.

• Know the rules of your sport.

• Learn how to win. Know that only you yourself and your opponents beat you - not referee,s nor coaches, nor parents.