Famous Quotes & Sayings

Lindy Ruff

I think it's a heck of an accomplishment. It's a mark nobody would have expected at the start of the year. ... It's something they should be proud of.

I think the most important thing in this first game was to come out with a good feeling and a good sense of accomplishment.

Robin Cook

It is an historic step, and I am delighted that the U.K. played a leading role in its achievement.

It is always great to get an award - particularly when it talks about a lifetime achievement, ... There's something about starting and keeping going, rather than a one-off spike.

Just getting back to the finals is a heck of an achievement in itself when everyone is gunning for you. Sean handled himself well throughout it all.

Joe Johnson

It is a great accomplishment and I look forward to doing more of that. I'm a versatile player and that allows me to not only score, but rebound and get my teammates involved. It makes it easy on myself and the team.

I think Will has done a superb job and the team has too, obviously. It's a step in this process for a school that went from (Division) III to II and I, and this is not a culmination by a long shot, but to get into the dance is a tremendous accomplishment, when you look at where the basketball team was four years ago.

Jack O'Connell

It is clear that California must do more to improve student achievement. The scores released today are not surprising and are another indication of the challenges we face.

Haile Selassie

Last May, in Addis Ababa there was convened a meeting of Heads of African States and Governments. In three days, the thirty-two nations represented at that Conference demonstrated to the world that when the will and the determination exist, nations and peoples of diverse backgrounds can and will work together in unity for the achievement of common goals and the assurance of that equality and brotherhood which we desire.

I was asked by Governor Bush. What an honor to be asked to serve under Jeb Bush. Everything Florida is doing is right. You've got strong accountability, and you're closing the achievement gap.

I think we had a nice meet. The kids swam well at different times during the meet. We just weren't as consistent as I had hoped. To get there was a great accomplishment for these kids and hopefully we can get more next year.

Phil Jackson

When he's shooting well, I encourage him. We're trying to measure personal achievement with team goals.

Richard Jackson

We've done the double over them now, and that's no mean achievement.

Tommy Amaker

To get a road win is a significant achievement. Road wins are treasured in our league. The way our guards played, especially Daniel Horton and Dion Harris, was the difference. They played with a swagger.

Jack Valenti

To endure in a volatile, unpredictable arena populated by egos the size of small planets is not an inconsiderable achievement,

Danny Devito

What would a smarter person than me do? Then do it!

James Jones

He observed neighborhoods, people in neighborhoods, and he learned how they talk. I think that is the greatest achievement that he has done - he brought that to his plays, the language of people.

Michaelle Jean

Here in Toronto, the Canadian model is showcased for the world to see. It is an achievement that has eluded many societies and one that we Canadians sometimes take for granted, and that is unfortunate.

For us to have four boys under a minute is quite an accomplishment.

Aristotle

For what is the best choice, for each individual is the highest it is possible for him to achieve.

John Winthrop

For we must consider that we shall be a city upon a hill. The eyes of all people are upon us, so that if we shall deal falsely with our God in this work we have undertaken, and so cause Him to withdraw His present help from us, we shall be made a story and a byword through the world.

Given the poor grades that Texas received ... it is amazing that student achievement continued to improve over the last decade. We must, however, be concerned that the chickens will eventually come home to roost and the current inadequately funded system will no longer be able to provide the gains in achievement that we have seen in the past.

Robbie Fowler

For me to get anywhere near him is a fantastic achievement and to surpass him by one - I'm delighted. I grew up an Everton fan but Kenny is a proper Liverpool legend and to get anywhere near him is fantastic.

If today was the day you were finally going to win, did you show up?

William Taylor

If states were closing achievement gaps on their own, the federal government would not have needed to intervene.

He's been an outstanding kid to have in our program. I think (finishing second) is quite an accomplishment. It's been a joy to have him. It just kind of breaks your heart when you've got to lose a kid like Wes. Going into next year he's the only guy we lose. But I can't replace him.

Jim Nelson

The Rand report confirms what those of us in Texas have known for many years -- that Texas is at the forefront in education reform, leading the nation in achievement gains among minority students and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds,

Unless we are of one accord, we are just beating the bushes coming to these meetings and accomplishing nothing.

I think what George Mason has done is the greater accomplishment. Once Penn was by North Carolina, because of the other upsets they were playing teams that were comparable to them and teams they knew they could beat.

I think it's remarkable for a team to go on the road at Hudson and then go on the road at Mayfield and do the job they have done. It will be nice to get home on our field next week, but winning three of these four road games was quite an achievement for us.

It had been a difficult year, but to get 20 wins was a big accomplishment. There were many times this season when we could have thrown in the towel, but we never did that. I couldn't be more proud.

Rachel Tucker

It had to be a book that held my attention and kept me wanting to read it; when my husband finished 'The Road', I started it straight away and didn't put it down until I finished - it was such an achievement and relief to know that I could read, comprehend and, most importantly, enjoy a book!

Robert Clarke

It has been another great year for Honda in the IRL. We've faced increased competition from both Toyota and Chevrolet this season, along with the challenges of opening of our new facility in Santa Clarita, California. This achievement is a tribute to the tremendous hard work and dedication of all our associates at HPD, our teams and drivers, and our technical partners.