Motivational Athletic Quotes

Inspirational athletic quotes are a great way to pump up yourself and your team before a big competition. Coaches use motivational sports quotes all the time before a big game or to prove a point as they are coaching.

Whatever the reason for your quote search, I hope that you find some athletic motivation in the words of wisdom below.

Athetic Quote Collection

"Everyone has the desire to win, but only champions have the desire to prepare."
- Author Unknown


"When you are out there on the soccer field playing, nothing else matters at the time. It's like the whole world has disappeared, and you and your teammates are all that matters."
- Amber Massey


"I never thought about losing,
but now that it's happened,
the only thing is to do it right.
We all have to take defeats in life."
- Muhammad Ali


"If you never lose then you can never appreciate the victories."
- Laura Twitchell


"Any guy who can maintain a positive attitude without much playing time certainly earns my respect."
- Earvin "Magic" Johnson


"The breakfast of champions is not cereal, it's the opposition."
- Nick Seitz


"Play like you're in first, but train like you're in second."
- Unknown


"Training is what you are doing while your opponent is sleeping in."
- Brian Owen


"An athlete is a normal person with the gift of an undying passion to be the best and achieve greatness."
- Amanda Ring


"I hated every minute of training, but I said, don't quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion."
- Muhammad Ali


Did you enjoy these athletic motivational quotes? Be sure to share them with your fellow coaches and teammates for inspiration before the next big game or competition.

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