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We devote our entire lives to becoming good ball players. We take batting practice until our hands bleed
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"We devote our entire lives to becoming good ball players. We take batting practice until our hands bleed"

- Willie Stargell

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In this quote, Willie Stargell, a previous professional baseball gamer, is revealing the extreme dedication and sacrifice that goes into becoming a successful ball player. He highlights the intense nature of the sport, specifying that players devote their entire lives to it. This suggests that being a ball gamer is not just a task or a pastime, however a lifestyle. Stargell likewise discusses the intense physical toll that players withstand, as they press themselves to the limitation by taking batting practice till their hands bleed. This highlights the decision and determination needed to master the sport. In general, Stargell's words communicate the extreme enthusiasm and commitment that drives ball gamers to constantly strive for achievement.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Willie Stargell between March 6, 1940 and April 9, 2001. He/she was a famous Athlete from USA. The author also have 42 other quotes.

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