Tyron Woodley Quotes

I can't practice every practice or play every play like, 'Oh, I'm trying to get in the Hall of Fame.'

The Olympic Rings tattoo has played its part and will continue to motivate me.

My jersey hanging from the ceiling is going to be a symbol of the hard work of the people I played with.

That's what really motivates me: to make my coaches proud, my teammates proud, and the fans proud.

It is very good to be Olympic champion, but that is not the strongest field.

You always dream of going to the Olympics and winning gold. I've learned over the years that there are lots of gold medals, but certain stories stick out and make a difference.

If there's any indirect way I can motivate or inspire Olympic athletes... that is one of the greatest honors. Even Natalie Coughlin saying that I inspired her. I'm so humbled by that. I think that's amazing.

If there was no Bill Bowerman, there would have been no me. He had about as much of an impact on my life as any one person could have. He taught me about competition and ingrained it in me. He taught me not to praise ordinary performances.

On behalf of all Americans, I would like to congratulate Michelle Smith on her dedication and determination which have made her a wonderful role model for all young athletes in Ireland and around the world.

I believe now that I've cemented my spot as the best swimmer in the world, and I can't describe how proud that makes me. I just want to keep working hard and hopefully just inspire more youngsters to keep swimming and encourage South Africans to become a winning nation.

The World University Games Gold medal was a great confidence booster for me. It highlighted my talents, my performance and dedication.

When I look back at my basketball career, I want to say I tried to inspire as much as I could.

I really want to make a big mark in athletics, to be a legend and be a good example to kids.

I like to watch the best in every sport, so definitely like Tom Brady or Tiger Woods, his comeback story, or even Usain Bolt. I look up to those guys just because they're great.

Cristiano was an example for everyone, with his dedication to work.

I'm just very impressed with the way Jimmy Anderson goes about his business.

Coach Vermeil was the greatest.

I would like to be remembered as a boxer who tried to do his best.

Being an Olympian, I always have this strong belief in excellence.

Be great in act, as you have been in thought.

As a modern-day role model, I'd have to go for Tiger Woods. I'm also a massive Sachin Tendulkar fan.

I just want to be great. I want to stand out, be a great leader for this defense, and I'm just trying to leave it all out on the field.

Our athletes are our heroes.

When you've won a gold medal and you're at the top of your sport, everyone's trying to beat you. I find that incredibly motivating.

I very much looked up to Janet Evans and Summer Sanders.