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Championship Standard: Work
Title: "Most battles are won before they are fought." — Sun Tzu, 450 BC
Center piece of the story: Work gives you confidence, it is a choice, and the game and your teammates deserve your best.
"Before I get in the ring, I'd have already won or lost it on the road. The real fight is won or lost somewhere away from the crowd. You've got to win it in the gym and on the road before you dance under those lights." — Muhammad Ali
Great teams are comprised of athletes and coaches that have learned how to work and prepare. Great work habits show an investment in yourself and demonstrate respect for your teammates. Success is always a direct by-product of the work habits of your team. At some point, hard work becomes a standard and expectation of the team.
"Do more than is required of you." — General George S. Patton
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