9 Quotes & Sayings By Dan Gable

Dan Gable is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling memoir, "Dan Gable: College Football's Last Icon." He has also written articles for ESPN.com and the New York Times. He has televised his story to more than 30 million homes on ESPN, ESPNews, and other networks. Dan lives in Florida with his wife, Sherri, and three dogs.

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Gold medals aren't really made of gold. They're made of sweat, determination, and a hard-to-find alloy called guts. Dan Gable
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I never won anything by myself. I was always strong because of help that gave me extra strength to win. Dan Gable
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Right out of high school I never had the fear of getting beat, which is how most people lose. Dan Gable
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More enduringly than any other sport, wrestling teaches self-control and pride. Some have wrestled without great skill - none have wrestled without pride. Dan Gable
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My advice to young wrestlers is that your surroundings really make a difference. You want to put yourself in good, positive surroundings. Dan Gable
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My wrestling and family go together. It's always been that way, from day one with my mom and dad, my sister, my wife, four daughters, grandsons, son-in-laws. Dan Gable
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I went to college. I had a double major in biology and physical education, but my major was wrestling. Dan Gable
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Freedom across the world is a result of many individuals working together. Dan Gable