The biggest thing we get out of it is seeing the kids smile. And hopefully we will also see that the lessons we're teaching - not only the fundamentals of hockey, but also the life values - are sinking in.
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Growing up, if I hadn't had sports, I don't know where I'd be. God only knows what street corners I'd have been standing on and God only knows what I'd have been doing, but instead I played hockey and went to school and stayed out of trouble.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Sports can provide a positive direction in life, keeping individuals away from negative influences.
Bobby Orr's quote reflects on the pivotal role that sports played in his upbringing, suggesting that they offered him structure and purpose. He acknowledges that without the discipline and focus provided by sports, he might have found himself in a much less favorable situation, illustrating how positive activities can steer young people away from trouble and towards a more constructive path.
Themes
SportsHockeySchoolTroubleGrowthDiscipline
In practice
Example use cases
A coach might use this quote to inspire young athletes to stay committed to sports.
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All quotes →Once you turn pro and you're making the big money and kids are buying your sneakers and your skates and your gloves and so on, you are a member of that role model club.
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Minor sports in the community is fun and recreation for everyone, not just the elite. I think back to my days in minor hockey and those are my fondest memories, having fun.
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I've been a very lucky guy. I played on championship teams. I played for Canada. I've won some awards and I'm very proud of those accomplishments. But I don't think there's anything greater than to come home and to be recognized at home. This is the pinnacle.
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I was the happiest guy in the world when I was on the ice. You're being paid to play a game! That's pretty special.
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If you're going to help somebody, sneak in, sneak out, do what you can. I just sneak along and do my thing and meet wonderful people, some people I've never met, new friends.
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