Al McGuire Quotes

A collection of quotes by Al McGuire.

Al McGuire was an American college basketball coach and television analyst. Born on September 7, 1928, in New York City, he had a successful coaching career at Marquette University, leading the team to a National Championship in 1977. After retiring from coaching in 1977, McGuire became a popular and colorful commentator for college basketball games on NBC. Known for his unique personality and witty commentary, he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1992. Al McGuire passed away on January 26, 2001, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of basketball.

Remember, half the doctors in this country graduated in the

Remember, half the doctors in this country graduated in the bottom half of their class.

Al McGuire

Graduation

I don't know why people question the academic training of an

I don't know why people question the academic training of an athlete. Fifty percent of the doctors in this country graduated in the bottom half of their classes.

Al McGuire

Sports

I think everyone should go to college and get a degree and t

I think everyone should go to college and get a degree and then spend six months as a bartender and six months as a cabdriver. Then they would really be educated.

Al McGuire

Education

Winning is overrated. The only time it is really important i

Winning is overrated. The only time it is really important is in surgery and war.

Al McGuire

Time