Famous Quotes by Volleyball Players to Inspire and Motivate Young Athletes
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What are some famous quotes by volleyball players to inspire and motivate young athletes?
How will these quotes help them to do well as a volleyball player?
Read this till the end to know everything about it!
Inspiration and motivation are two of the major pillars of a volleyball player’s playing journey.
In this post, you’ll get to know some famous quotes by volleyball players and how they can inspire a young athlete.
Let’s dive in! Shall we?
Did you know that Dmitriy Muserskiy, standing at an impressive 2.18 meters, is among the tallest athletes in the world. His towering presence on the court has been instrumental in his team’s success, earning him numerous accolades, including MVP titles at the 2013 FIVB World Grand Champions Cup and EuroVolley 2013.
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Famous Quotes by Volleyball Players
Popular Volleyball Quotes
It’s not how tall you are, it is how good you are.
Marv Dunphy.
The will to win is more important than the skill to win. … Keep your head high and work hard every day, because you’ll never get that day back.
Lloy Ball.
The best thing we can do is take care of the things we have control of and not be concerned with things we can’t. We can control our standard of training, preparation and commitment.
Alan Knipe.
You have to be willing to fail, to improve.
Al Scates.
No amount of talent trumps hard work.
Alaina Bergsma.
You have to study psychology. A coach is a teacher, the player is his pupil … has a character which the coach has to get to know.
Nikolai Karpol.
As a player and as a coach, I have to say that both professionalism and passion are equally important in both cases.
Andrea Giani.
The strongest factor for success is self-belief. Believing you can do it, believing you deserve it, and believing you’ll get it.
April Ross
Quotes by Kerri Walsh Jennings
- The harder you work, the harder it is to surrender.
- Adversity, if you allow it to, will fortify you and make you the best you can be.
- You have to believe in yourself when no one else does – that makes you a winner right there.
Quotes by Misty May-Treanor
- A lot of people had doubts. I tried to tell people I never had doubts.
- I would like to instill in people just to work hard. As long as they keep at it, their dreams will happen.
- Over the years, I’ve made many sacrifices to win two Olympic gold medals and put together winning streaks that will never be broken.
Quotes by Flo Hyman
- To be true to one’s self is the ultimate test in life.
- Pushing yourself over the barrier is a habit. I know I can do it and try something else crazy. If you want to win the war, you’ve got to pay the price.
- To have courage and the sensitivity to follow your hidden dreams and stand tall against the odds that are bound to fall in your path is a must. Life is too short and precious to be dealt with in any other fashion. This thought I hold dear to my heart and I always try to be true to myself and others that I encounter along the way.
Quotes by Lindsey Berg
- Be a leader. A setter should be high energy. … You should never be the most silent player in the gym.
- I’m not the most physical person, not the tallest, not the skinniest. Know your dreams. Know how hard you can work. Work hard, have fun doing it, and you can really make it places that you really never thought you would. Dedication, passion and heart gets you where you want to be.
- Show class, have pride, and display character. If you do, winning takes care of itself.
Quotes by Karch Kiraly
- We are all going to fall short. We are going to have some bitter losses, very painful defeats and failures. We have to use those to come back even stronger. … That’s what makes it sweeter.
- My general rule is that everyone doesn’t necessarily get treated the same way, … But everyone has to be treated fairly.
- Over the years, I realized that if I’d done everything possible to prepare myself for matches and tournaments, it took a weight off my shoulders and allowed me to play without fear of losing. … win or lose.
- There’s nothing worse than the feeling of wishing you had another chance at a play because you weren’t ready. … Don’t even expose yourself to the possibility of being caught off-guard.
Quotes by Giba
- Volleyball has given me a lot and medals are great, but it’s not my life. Show the people what volleyball is, what joy it brings. Seeing kids smile is amazing.
- First, I play because I love volleyball. Second, volleyball is the second sport in Brazil. I can help provide motivation for the kids in my country to play the sport. And third, it is a way to honor and defend my country.
- Every generation has that period of maturity. And it is happening right now with Brazil, so we have to be patient with this team. It is normal, my generation also went through it. We spent four years losing and then started winning everything.
Quotes by Wilfredo León
- I only prepare to win gold, not for silver or bronze. I train to win and winning leads you to gold.
- I don’t have the gold medal [yet]. So this is the best motivation that I have right now. My motivation always is I’m hungry. I need medals and I need gold medals, that’s why I’m pushing all the time.
- When I was 13-14 years old, my teammates were 23, 24, 27…some veterans were even 29 years old. I had to learn to live with that, even with some jokes that were too heavy for a kid of my age at the time. It strengthened my character, gave me discipline and the tools to live in this world, and made me understand which was the right path to follow.
FAQs on Famous Quotes by Volleyball Players
Why are Quotes from Famous Volleyball Players Important for Young Athletes?
They provide real-life motivation, showing that even champions faced challenges. Their words inspire discipline, resilience and passion for the sport.
How can Athletes Use These Quotes in Daily Training?
Players can keep quotes visible in journals, lockers or training spaces as daily reminders of focus, hard work and perseverance.
Do Quotes from Famous Volleyball Players Really Impact Performance?
Yes. Positive words from role models can boost confidence, mindset and motivation, helping athletes push through tough moments and stay committed to the team.
Conclusion
Positive statements said by famous sports icons are always inspirational in my opinion.
I am sure that by now, these quotes would have motivated you to start playing/improving your skills as a young player.
What are your thoughts about these quotes?
How inspirational are these for young volleyball players?
Share them away in the comments section below!
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You know. Its not only volleyball players that will benefit from these quotes. It can be applied to all team sport players. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Mary Ann, thanks for your comment. Glad to know that you found these quotes relatable for players of many team sports.
I love these quotes! Very inspirational, thanks for sharing.
Hi Colette, thanks for your comment. Glad to know that you found these quotes inspirational.
Wonderful quotes for volleyball AND life! Very inspiring. Thank you so much!
Hi Kat Stano, thanks for your comment. Glad to know that you found these quotes inspirational.
Every volleyball player could benefit from these inspiring quotes! Both new and experienced!
These same concepts can apply to every aspiration in life as well!
Hi Katherine Moon, thank you very much for your kind words. Glad to know that you found this post relatable.
So many great quotes! Super motivating. Thank you
Hi Jen, very happy to know that you found the quotes in this post motivating!
These are great and a bit of positive talk goes a long way, love this one . The best thing we can do is take care of the things we have control of and not be concerned with things we can’t.
Hi Kira, I totally agree with your first point. Awesome favorite quote selection!
There all very very inspiring…This one caught my attention: “The best thing we can do is take care of the things we have control of and not be concerned with things we can’t. We can control our standard of training, preparation and commitment.” love it…Manage and focus what you can control and don’t sweat the things you can’t…amazing.
Hi Karen, thanks for your comment. Glad to know that you found this post inspiring. I agree with your last point. Wonderful favorite quote selection!
Great quotes, thanks for sharing
Hi Roberta, glad to know that!
These are great for sharing. I’m sure volleyball players just love to hear them.
Hi Jenny, thank you very much!
Wow so many great quotes, thanks for pulling together. I especially love this one as it is suitable motivation for everyone ‘You have to believe in yourself when no one else does – that makes you a winner right there.’ x
Hi Rhian Scammell, thanks for your comment. Glad to know that you found the quotes in this post enjoyable. Awesome favorite quote selection!
“No amount of talent trumps hard work.”
Alaina Bergsma.
This is my favorite quote from the list – I feel it fits so well for so many different things and is very motivating. Thank you for sharing these quotes.
Hi Jupiter Hadley, I totally agree with you. It is an awesome quote and it is surely a motivating one.
So many inspiring quotes here! I especially love the reminder that hard work beats talent, such good motivation for young players & applies to all sports.
Hi Trish, thanks for your comment. Glad to know that you found these quotes motivating.
My son’s coach had inspirational quotes all over the place when he played high school basketball. It was a great way to get the kids fired up.
Hi Claudia, I totally agree with your last point. Very happy to know that your son played high school basketball.
I love these quotes. Motivational quotes like these are perfect for any team or career. They always inspire you to do better and be better.
Hi Ben, thank you very much. Glad to know that you found these quotes inspiring and I completely agree with your last point.
I am all for motivational quotes as they do help and they are the little things that you do remember
Hi Samantha Donnelly, I 100% agree with you!
So many great quotes to choose from on the list. I also like the first quote by Karch Kiraly. We won’t win all the games but they’ll motivate us to do better!
Hi Melanie E, thanks for your comment. Glad to know that you found this post valuable. Wonderful quote selection!
Great list of famous quotes by volleyball players. I appreciate how these quotes inspire and motivate players – especially young athletes!
Hi Debbie, thanks for your comment. Glad to know that you found this post inspiring for young athletes.
Love this collection! 🏐 These famous quotes are such a powerful way to inspire and motivate young athletes. Volleyball players have a unique perspective on teamwork, perseverance, and passion — and their words really resonate. Thanks for sharing this uplifting content!
Hi Lee, thank you very much! Glad to know that you found this post inspiring for young athletes.
Some great quotes. I particularly like Lloy Ball’s inspirational quote.
Hi Travelling Teacher Shenanigans, thank you very much. Great favorite quote selection!
I think quotes absolutely enhance performance, no matter what sport or field you’re in. They can really fire you up!
Hi Beth, I 100% agree with your points!
I totally agree with Marv Dunphy. You do not need to be tall, your talent will shine!
Hi Melanie E, what an awesome quote selection as your favorite one!
Thanks for sharing these motivational quotes for volleyball players. Al Scates nailed it!
Hi Crysti, glad to know that you found these quotes helpful.
inspiring and good article!
Hi Dolly SJ, thank you so much!
In any walks of life inspirational quotes are a great way of cheering anyone on, giving them that boost when needed
Hi Samantha Donnelly, I totally agree with your points!
This is so true. I always give my family quotes to motivate them. And they said it’s effective.
Hi Marie Cris Angeles, very happy to know that you found these quotes motivating!
As somebody who is quite short I really like the “it’s not how tall you are….” quote. Some really inspiring ones here.
Hi Yeah Lifestyle, glad to know that you found these quotes inspiring!