"I won't accept anything less than the best a player's capable of doing... and he has the right to expect the best that I can do for him and the team!"
- Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.
About this Quote
This quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes speaks with the value of shared respect and accountability in any group setting. He stresses that both the gamer and the coach have a duty to offer their best effort. The player must strive to reach their highest capacity, and the coach ought to offer the very best guidance and assistance possible. This quote also speaks to the importance of collaboration and trust between the player and the coach. The coach should be willing to accept absolutely nothing less than the very best from the gamer, and the gamer ought to expect the best from the coach. This quote is a suggestion that both parties should be held to a high standard which mutual regard and trust are necessary for a successful group.
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