13 Quotes by Bo Schembechler
Bo Schembechler, a renowned American football coach, is revered as one of the most successful and influential figures in the history of college football. As the head coach of the University of Michigan Wolverines for over two decades, Schembechler built a legacy of excellence, integrity, and passion for the game. Known for his tough and disciplined coaching style, Schembechler instilled a strong work ethic and a commitment to fundamentals in his players. Under his leadership, the Wolverines achieved great success, including numerous conference titles and Rose Bowl appearances.
Schembechler's dedication to the "Team, Team, Team" philosophy, emphasizing the collective effort over individual achievements, created a sense of camaraderie and a winning culture within the program. Beyond his impact on the football field, Schembechler was also known for his strong moral compass and his dedication to his players' academic and personal development. His influence extended beyond Michigan, as his coaching tree produced successful coaches who carried on his principles and values. Schembechler's enduring legacy as a leader, mentor, and icon of college football continues to inspire generations of players and coaches.
Bo Schembechler Quotes
No man is more important than The Team. No coach is more important than The Team. The Team, The Team, The Team, and if we think that way, all of us, everything that you do, you take into consideration what effect does it have on my Team?
Every day you either get better or you get worse. You never stay the same. (Meaning)
By your own soul, learn to live. If some men force you, take no heed. If some men hate you, have no care. Sing your song, dream your dreams Hope your hopes, and pray your prayers.
When your team is winning, be ready to be tough, because winning can make you soft. On the other hand, when your team is losing, stick by them. Keep believing
Not making a decision is the worst thing you can do. So long as you feel you made the right decision based on the information you had at that time, there's no need to fret about it. If it fails, you'll know what to do next time.
Those who stay will be champions
Quit worrying about your next job. Just do the best you can at the job you have now, and the offers will come. And when they do, if you have confidence in yourself you don't have to feel that you can't turn it down if it isn't quite right for you because you fear you'll never get another offer. You will. Wait for the right opportunity, and turn down all the rest. It will make all the difference.
Deep down, your players must know you care about them. This is the most important thing. I could never get away with what I do if the players feel I didn't care for them. They know, in the long run, I'm in their corner.
I figured this was the easy stuff, and if we couldn't show up on time, looking right and acting right, we weren't going to be able to do anything else.
Early is on time and on time is late.
Nothing good ever happens after midnight.
Every coach, every executive, every leader: They all know right from wrong. Even those Enron guys. When someone uncovers a scandal in their company, I don't think they can say, "I didn't know that was going on." They're just saying they're too dumb to do their job! And if they really are too dumb, then why are they getting paid millions of dollars to do it? They know what's going on.
No coach is more important than the Team
― Bo Schembechler Quotes
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