Tom Thibodeau : (4)

" The physical toughness is the obvious – the ability to push through things no matter what’s coming at you, to keep going, to not give in. Never surrender. Usually the victory goes to the guy who can play through it the longest. Of course, the mental part is equally important. " - Tom Thibodeau

" It’s more than just playing hard. You have to maintain concentration and you have to combine that with your intensity level. " - Tom Thibodeau

" Injuries are part of the game for everybody. You have to manage those circumstances as best you can. " - Tom Thibodeau

" All my coaches growing up, they were teachers, coaches, and I always had an appreciation for the most demanding teachers because I thought they got the most out of you. " - Tom Thibodeau