Volleyball rules are simple. If it is on the floor, pick it up and get it into the air. If it is in the air, keep it off the floor. —

- John Kessel

Never back down, never fear anyone, for the best opponents will help you to play your best.

- John Kessel

Volleyball is like going to church ... many attend, but few understand.

- John Kessel

There are three choices in life and sport - either you do it, you don't do it or you think about it. Most humans think about it. We will do it.

- John Kessel

Play your heart out each game, so you can look your teammates in the eyes and ask, without saying it, 'I played full out, did you?'

- John Kessel

You cannot turn your winning attitude on when you think you 'need it.' You must work on it every day, every practice, every match - win or lose. Focu…

- John Kessel

Never mishandle hope or self-confidence - those are elements of life, not just a game.

- John Kessel

The wise coach takes all the heat when his players lose, and gives them all the credit when they win.

- John Kessel

Coaching is something that takes place only when learning does. No matter what you are doing in your practices, if your players are not learning some…

- John Kessel