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The difference between winning and succeeding - John Wooden

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With profound simplicity, Coach John Wooden redefines success and urges us all to pursue the best in ourselves. In this inspiring talk he shares the advice he gave his players at UCLA, quotes poetry and remembers his father's wisdom.

Wooden recalls a time when he didn’t let Bill Walton board the team’s bus. Why not?

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