Set higher standards for your own performance than anyone else around you, and your only competition will be with yourself
Rick PitinoRead
When you coach Russ Smith, you have a nervous breakdown on every possession. He's not from a different country. He's from a different planet.
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What this quote means
The quote highlights the intense and unpredictable nature of coaching a talented, yet challenging player.
In this quote, Rick Pitino humorously describes the intense pressure and constant stress that comes with coaching Russ Smith. He emphasizes that Smith's unique playing style makes every moment on the court a source of anxiety for the coach, likening his talent to that of someone not just from another country, but from another planet, illustrating how extraordinary and unpredictable he is as a player.
Themes
CoachingStressBasketballPerformanceCompetition
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Example use cases
In a sports commentary about the challenges of coaching.
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