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"For athletes, the Olympics are the ultimate test of their worth."

"We typically don't choose our athletes until about a month prior to the Games because anything can happen."

"I am always fighting inside the Council to get the message across that at each competition venue, we should send somebody to inspect and to make sure the athletes will be looked after in a correct manner."

"I've witnessed thousands of superior athletes try to becomes hitters and fail at it."

"Athletes who take to the classroom naturally or are encouraged to focus on grades should be able to do well in the classroom. I believe the reason you go to college is to get your degree. It's not a minor league or an audition for the pros."

"My concentration level blocks out everything. Concentration is why some athletes are better than others. You develop that concentration in training and concentrate in a meet."

"I wish I had said 'some athletes here are competing unfairly.' It was my opinion, never an accusation."
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"I usually don't mind giving autographs, but when hundreds of folks with paper and pen start coming at you, it's time to seek shelter."

"As simple as it sounds, we all must try to be the best person we can: by making the best choices, by making the most of the talents we've been given."

"Getting to know athletes from all over the planet is a big part of the Olympic experience."

"I love her attitude, but as much as I'd like to bring my medals to a speech or appearance, I never do."

"Former Olympians also get paid to make appearances. Many of them won their medals in an era when Olympic success didn't go hand-in-hand with financial success."
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